Eric Swensen

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Public Information Officer

Eric has been with UVA Health marketing department since 2006, writing for and editing a variety of publications and websites. Before working at UVA, he spent about eight years as a reporter with The Progress-Index in Petersburg, Va., The Daily Progress in Charlottesville, Va., and the News & Record in Greensboro, N.C. Eric primarily handles corporate communications and major events.

Email | ews3j@virginia.edu

Phone | 434.924.5770

Coverage Areas | corporate communications, major events

Posts by Eric Swensen

Packaging of a THC product designed to look like Skittles candy.

October 30, 2024 Is That Candy or Cannabis?

Over the years, rumors have arisen that dangerous drugs or poisons could be introduced into your child’s Halloween candy. The…

An exterior shot of the Battle Building at UVA Health Children's.

October 8, 2024 UVA Health Children’s Named No. 1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report has named UVA Health Children’s, part of UVA Health, the No. 1 children’s hospital in Virginia for the fourth consecutive year.

The exterior of the hospital expansion at UVA Health University Medical Center.

October 7, 2024 Newsweek Ranks UVA Health University Medical Center Among America’s Best Specialized Hospitals

Seven specialties at UVA Health University Medical Center and UVA Health Children’s are ranked No. 1 in Virginia and among the top 50 nationally by national news publication Newsweek.

September 23, 2024 Harrisonburg Media Group to Host Radiothon Sept. 26 for UVA Health Children’s

Harrisonburg Media Group will host the inaugural Valley Cares for Kids Radiothon from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, on eight of its radio stations to raise money for UVA Health Children’s.

September 12, 2024 UVA Cancer Center Seeks Community Members for Community Cancer Research Fellowship

UVA Cancer Center invites community members to apply to its newly launched Community Cancer Research Fellows Program, designed to foster collaboration on cancer research between researchers and the community.

September 4, 2024 Forbes Rates UVA Health Among America’s Best Employers for Women

National business publication Forbes has ranked UVA Health among America’s 50 best employers for women and in the top 15…

August 19, 2024 UVA Cancer Center 1st in State to Offer New Lung Cancer Treatment

UVA Cancer Center is the first healthcare provider in Virginia to offer a newly approved immunotherapy – which supercharges the body’s immune system to fight disease – to treat small cell lung cancer.

August 15, 2024 Bridging Gaps in Rural Southwest Virginia Cancer Care

Backed by events like the recent Harold Lester Memorial Golf Tournament, the partnership between UVA Cancer Center and Mountain Empire Older Citizens plays a vital role in providing cancer support to Southwest Virginia.

August 13, 2024 Dan River Cancer Task Force Collaborates to Combat Cancer Disparities

The Dan River Cancer Task Force is refocusing efforts to address cancer disparities in Southside Virginia with a strategic focus on education, prevention and early detection.

August 7, 2024 Cape Ivy, Local Lions Clubs Donate Ponchos to UVA Health Children’s Patients

Local Lions Clubs are presenting a $3,000 donation today to local nonprofit Cape Ivy to provide 300 colorful, fuzzy fleece ponchos during the next year to children receiving cancer care at UVA Health Children’s.