Health And Fitness
Know Stroke – Know the Signs
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of serious, long-term disability in adults. About 600,000 new strokes are reported in the U.S. each year.
The...
VGH Laboratory Supervisor Retires after 36 Years of Service
Leadership of Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH) Laboratory Services will be transferred today when current Lab. Supervisor, Carolyn Gavalas, retires after 36 years. Since 1977 a lot of changes have taken... National Nursing Home Week
In observance of Nursing Home Week, May 12 to 18, 2013 Virginia Gay Hospital and Nursing and Rehab encourages residents, families and other close relatives to “get personal” with their...
Physical & Occupational Services in Atkins
Until recently, patients in southern Benton County undergoing therapy treatments for both lower and upper body rehabilitation needed to travel upwards of an hour to receive professional care. Howe... Atkins Family Medical Clinic – A Healing Tradition Continues
Quality of life and quality of medical care tend to go hand-in-hand and for the past several months residents of southern Benton County are learning about the Virginia Gay “Healing Tradition&... Atkins Family Medical Clinic – A Healing Tradition Continues
Quality of life and quality of medical care tend to go hand-in-hand and for the past several months residents of southern Benton County are learning about the Virginia Gay “Healing Tradition&... National Hospital Week
A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new l...
Thank A Nurse - Today and Everyday
Thank a Nurse – National Nurses Week
Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics is joining the American Nurses Association in celebrating Delivering Quality and Innovation in Patient Care, as part...
May is Better Speech & Hearing Month
By Jenny Hoeger, Virginia Gay Hospital
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month!
My name is Jenny Hoeger and I have been a Speech/Language Pathologist for over 15 years. I can honestly say t...
Blood drives set for May 17, 18 in Vinton, Urbana
LifeServe Blood Center will kick-off the summer with a special promotion to remind donors to “GIVE.” Blood donations are especially important during the summer months as donations...