Health And Fitness
Bleeding Disorders in Women
Heavy blood flow during menstrual periods can be a sign of a bleeding disorder. Talk to your healthcare provider.
A bleeding disorder is a condition that keeps your blood from clotting properl...
VIDEO: VGH HealthStrong™ Award Winner
Virginia Gay Hospital was recently recognized by iVantage Health Analytics as a HealthStrong™ Award winner for Excellence in Efficiency, reflecting top quartile performance among all acute ca... National Influenza Vaccination Week
December 8-14 is National Influenza Vaccination Week. An annual flu vaccine is the single best way to prevent this serious illness. Get yours now!
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Protect Against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is common from fall to spring. It usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. But RSV can be serious, especially for infants and older adults. Help protect your chil...
STILL TIME TO GIVE!
Thank you very much for being a loyal supporter of Virginia Gay Hospital & Clinics. Your consistent financial commitment helps keep us strong and your trust in the work we do for the people of... HPV Vaccine is Recommended for Boys
CDC recommends that you get your boys and girls vaccinated at 11 or 12 to prevent cancers caused by HPV. Get your boys vaccinated.
Why do I need to protect my son against HPV-related diseases?...
RECORD BREAKING FUNDRAISER!
This year the Cardiopulmonary Departments were able to raise $5780 for the Virginia Gay Hospital Tree of Lights fundraiser. Our donation to the foundation will aid in supplying our patients with t... Holiday Tree Walk bidding ends at 5 p.m. today
TODAY -- Bidding ends 5pm on Tuesday, November 26th. Come early and place your final bids.
Celebrating the 21st year, the annual Tree of Lights fundraising campaign helps Virginia Gay Hospital ... Radon – Is Your Home Raising Your Lung Cancer Risk?
Mention radon to most people, and you’ll get a blank stare. But mention lung cancer, and you’ve got their attention! Most people don’t know that exposure to radon, an invisible o...
Cold or Flu?
Influenza season is just beginning so make sure you’re ready in advance with a flu shot. The flu vaccine is your best defense against seasonal flu. Everyone 6 months of age and older should ...