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03/03/2026

Are you at high risk for lung cancer? A Low Dose CT Lung Screening may help catch cancer early — when treatment options are most effective.

You may qualify if:
• You’re 50–77 (CMS) or 50–80 (commercial insurance)
• You have a 20 pack‑year smoking history
• You currently smoke or quit in the last 15 years
• You have no symptoms of lung cancer
• You’re willing to screen yearly

This quick, non-invasive screening is available at all six Valley Health hospitals. Talk to your doctor or call 1-844-LDCT-NOW.

03/01/2026

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to elevate the importance of prevention, early detection, and support for everyone affected by this disease. 💙 Wear Blue Day is Friday, March 6—a nationwide movement to honor those impacted by colorectal cancer and spark lifesaving conversations. Join us by wearing blue and raising awareness all month long. For more information, visit valleyhealthlink.com/colorectalcancer.

02/26/2026

Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in America, yet nearly half of all women fail to recognize it as their greatest health threat. During a recent Community Health episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael talks with April Shewmake, DO, a board-certified interventional cardiologist at Wi******er Cardiology and Vascular Medicine | Valley Health. Dr. Shewmake shares information on the warning signs of heart disease, prevention strategies, how women face distinct risk factors, and the importance of knowing your numbers.

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02/26/2026

This weekend: Join us at the Valley Health Community Wellness Festival at Apple Blossom Mall on Saturday, February 28. Enjoy a day focused on health, prevention, and wellness for the entire family, featuring free and reduced-cost screenings, educational resources, and community partners. The Valley Health Community Wellness Festival is funded by Valley Health Foundations.

Learn more about all the events happening at the festival this weekend at valleyhealthlink.com/wellnessfestival.

02/25/2026

Good news for Anthem HealthKeepers members. Valley Health labs across Virginia are now in network. This update makes it easier for patients to receive convenient, local lab services close to home.

If you have questions about your coverage, contact your Anthem representative or your Valley Health provider. To see all our lab locations, visit: valleyhealthlink.com/lab.

02/24/2026

Safe Sitter is returning to WMH on April 1, 2026! Students in grades 6 to 8 can learn how to stay safe when they’re home alone, caring for siblings, or babysitting. This instructor-led class uses games, role-playing, and hands-on practice with manikins to teach skills like choking rescue and CPR. Register now: https://brnw.ch/21x0clj

02/19/2026

Don't forget to apply for a Community Partnership Grant before the February 25 deadline. Learn more about the grants, the communities they serve and the process on our website.

Visit https://brnw.ch/21x05Wf to learn more.

02/19/2026

⚠️Fraud Alert ⚠️

We are aware of reports of individuals impersonating Valley Health and falsely claiming to be part of a “Valley Health Fraud Team” in an attempt to obtain personal information.

Please do not engage with or respond to these calls, and do not share any personal or sensitive information.

If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a call, contact Valley Health directly using a trusted phone number, such as one listed on our website, an appointment reminder, or a patient bill.

Your safety and privacy are important to us. Thank you for helping protect yourself and others.

02/10/2026

Early detection saves lives. Valley Health’s Low Dose CT (LDCT) Lung Screening can find lung cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage — reducing the chances of dying from the disease.

If you’re 50–77 (Medicare/Medicaid) or 50–80 (commercial insurance) with a 20 pack‑year smoking history, currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years, this simple, 10‑minute scan could be right for you. Learn more or call our Lung Navigator at 1-844-LDCT-NOW (532-8669).

02/05/2026

Join us in welcoming Lindsey Prescher, DO, Valley Health’s new Medical Director of Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr. Prescher is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in the full spectrum of adult cardiac disease, with particular expertise in complex and minimally invasive heart valve repair and replacement procedures, aortic aneurysm surgical management, and transcatheter therapies (including TAVR, TEER, and TMVR). She also performs arterial conduit coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), anti arrhythmia procedures, and offers care for cardiac tumors and adult congenital heart conditions.

She is a retired Commander in the United States Navy and former Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Prescher completed her Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship at the Yale University School of Medicine, followed by an additional year of advanced training as a Fellow in Structural Heart Disease at Yale.

Dr. Prescher will help advance Valley Health’s heart surgery program by providing clinical leadership and expertise in the full scope of cardiovascular surgical care for our community. For more information visit valleyhealthlink.com/Prescher or call Valley Health Cardiothoracic Surgery at 540-536-6721.

02/04/2026

Valley Health is proud to support and partner with area community agencies, allowing us to work together for more meaningful impact on persistent health trends and disparities affecting our region. Valley Health’s Community Partnership Grant program provides one-year grants totaling $200,000 to area non-profit organizations that address critical health needs.

All applications for the 2026 Community Partnership Grants are due by February 25!

Apply today and learn more at: https://brnw.ch/21wZFk3

02/02/2026

On February 6, Valley Health caregivers will wear red to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and help save women’s lives. Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women, causing one in three deaths each year. Women at every age, stage and season of life need our support. Join us as we Go Red for Women.