April 29, 2021 UVA Health Names John C. Bennett New Chief Ambulatory Operations Officer

Following a national search, UVA Health today announced the appointment of John C. Bennett, MPA, as its new Chief Ambulatory Operations Officer, effective July 1.

April 28, 2021 More Than 25% of Infants Not Getting Common Vaccinations, Study Finds

Failure to complete the series of vaccinations leaves children at increased risk of infection, illness and death.

April 27, 2021 Epilepsy Discovery Reveals Why Some Seizures Prove Deadly

New research reveals a long-sought answer for why some patients die unexpectedly following an epileptic seizure.

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.