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Our blog helps inform you about HCA Virginia's services and patient experiences. Whether you seek others who share your health experience or need information about healthy living, our blog has your resources.
Your guide to creating a birth plan keyboard_arrow_right
September 16, 2024HCA VirginiaLearn what to include in your birth plan, what labor and delivery questions you'll need to answer and when to be flexible.When to use heat or ice for an injury? It depends keyboard_arrow_right
September 09, 2024HCA VirginiaIf you've ever had back or joint pain, you've probably wondered if it was best to treat it with heat or ice. Here's when to use heat or ice for an injury.Peripheral artery disease self-care: Tips for managing PAD keyboard_arrow_right
September 09, 2024HCA VirginiaPeripheral artery disease can slow you down if left unrecognized or untreated. Practicing peripheral artery disease self-care can help reduce symptoms.How to prevent falls: Ways to reduce the risk for older adults keyboard_arrow_right
September 09, 2024HCA VirginiaKnowing how to prevent falls helps older people stay healthy and active and continue living independently.Your guide to understanding breast screenings and mammograms keyboard_arrow_right
August 29, 2024HCA VirginiaHave questions about what to expect from your mammogram or breast screening or how to prepare? We answer some of your top questions and provide advice about how to prepare for screenings and when to get them.Early signs of pregnancy and what to do next keyboard_arrow_right
August 20, 2024HCA VirginiaEvery person and pregnancy are different. Learn some of the most common early signs of pregnancy and when to see a doctor.Low-intervention birth: What you need to know keyboard_arrow_right
August 07, 2024HCA VirginiaHoping for an unmedicated birth? Here's what you can do to help ensure your peace of mind and your baby's healthy arrival.Kids’ backpack safety tips: How to avoid injury this school year keyboard_arrow_right
August 05, 2024HCA VirginiaBackpack safety for kids is important to their health. Check out these tips for how to choose, pack and wear a backpack.5 reasons why having a service dog can make a difference keyboard_arrow_right
August 05, 2024HCA VirginiaThere are several ways people with disabilities can benefit from an assistance dog. Here are some reasons for service dogs and how to get one.Why is friendship important? Surprising health benefits of having friends keyboard_arrow_right
August 02, 2024HCA VirginiaLoneliness is an epidemic in the United States. But why is friendship important? For starters, it can combat loneliness and the health risks it brings.