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April 26, 2021 Anemia Discovery Points to More Effective Treatment Approaches

A combination of inexpensive oral medications may be able to treat fatigue-inducing anemias caused by chronic diseases and inflammation, a new discovery suggests.

April 23, 2021 UVA Develops Imaging Approach to Help Stop Epilepsy Seizures

The new imaging approach could let surgeons determine the best target in the brain to stop epilepsy seizures, opening the procedure to more patients.

April 21, 2021 UVA Hosting Prescription Drug Take-Back Day April 24

To help combat the opioid crisis and provide safe disposal of leftover prescription medications, the University of Virginia is hosting a free prescription drug take-back event from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 24.

April 20, 2021 Autism Develops Differently in Girls Than Boys, New Research Suggests

Conclusions drawn from autism studies conducted primarily in boys should not be assumed to hold true for girls, the scientists warn.

April 19, 2021 UVA Health Announces Billing Policies and Practices

Today, UVA Health announced new billing policies and practices that reflect fair and financially responsible guidelines based upon a patient’s ability to pay.

April 16, 2021 UVA Health Acquires Surgery Center, Improves Patient Care and Access for Procedures

UVA Health today finalized an agreement to acquire the Monticello Community Surgery Center, a stand-alone outpatient surgery center conveniently located adjacent to UVA Primary Care Riverside on U.S. 29 in Albemarle County.

April 16, 2021 New Vaccine by UVA, Tech May Offer Broad Protection From Coronaviruses

A new COVID-19 vaccine could protect against future strains of the COVID-19 virus, and other coronaviruses, and cost about $1 a dose.

April 15, 2021 Growth in Home Care Failing to Keep Up With Surging Demand

Growth in home care for Medicare patients is “small and inadequate” compared with increasing demand in an aging America, a new study finds.

April 13, 2021 UVA Health Elevated to Center of Excellence for Treating Cerebral Cavernous Malformations

The Angioma Alliance has elevated UVA Health to its highest designation as a Center of Excellence for its care of cerebral cavernous malformations – irregular collections of blood vessels in the brain that can cause seizures, paralysis and bleeding.

April 12, 2021 UVA Health Names Tracy M. Downs Inaugural Chief Diversity & Community Engagement Officer

Following a national search, UVA Health today announced the appointment of Tracy M. Downs, MD, FACS, as its inaugural Chief Diversity & Community Engagement Officer.