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03/26/2026

Snacks can fit into a healthy eating plan and provide an energy boost between meals. Choosing nutritious foods from all the food groups can help increase variety and reduce sources of empty calories and added sugars.

03/26/2026

VCU researcher says ‘it’s time to take orodental health seriously’ to help prevent liver cancer and disease progression. VCU Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health 🦷🪥

Regular dental care may help protect the health of people living with liver disease. A study by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University and the Richmond Veterans Affairs Medical Center found that veterans with early-stage cirrhosis who received routine dental cleanings experienced fewer comp...

03/25/2026

From screening ages to warning signs, VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center’s leading expert on colorectal cancer answers common patient questions. https://bit.ly/3PE5Rxo VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center

03/21/2026

Dr. Jasmohan Bajaj, a professor in the gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition division at Virginia Commonwealth University, shares how Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Prevacid, Prilosec and Nexium could have an impact on your gut microbiome. Via Health. Virginia Commonwealth University

Some medications may disrupt the “good” bacteria in your gut microbiome, potentially affecting your digestive and overall health.

03/21/2026

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03/20/2026

31-weeks pregnant and diagnosed with placenta previa, Danielle Hayes was bleeding and scared. Winter Storm Fern could not stop her from getting to VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital. At the door, she was met by a few members of a system-wide maternity care team that admitted and prepped her for an emergency c-section.

What happened next was nothing short of beautiful team work, to keep 3 pound, 9 ounce baby Kamyrn alive and thriving. His journey to the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, 80 miles away, is full of unstoppable heroes.

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3PokEw6

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03/20/2026

Whether it’s carry-out, food court, office cafeteria or sit-down restaurant, there are smart choices everywhere. Here are some tips to help you eat healthy on the go and fit a busy lifestyle.

03/20/2026

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03/19/2026

Massey is one of two places in Virginia providing patients with this innovative brain tumor treatment. VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center recently debuted a first-in-market tile-based brachytherapy to treat glioblastoma. Discover what this means for patients seeking care for brain tumors.

03/18/2026

A VCU Health surgical gynecologist breaks down signs and symptoms of endometriosis. https://bit.ly/3PID6Q4

03/18/2026

When former VCU Men's Basketball player Joe Bamisile was injured during a high stakes Atlantic 10 game last year, fast care from the team's physician got him back on the court. Discover what makes VCU Health Sports Medicine a cut above the rest: https://bit.ly/4rw7yKC VCU Athletics 🏀🩺

03/17/2026

Feeling extra lucky today! VCU School of Nursing students are always dressed for the occasion in their green scrubs — learning to save lives and avoiding pinches. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀🌈🎩

Photos courtesy of VCU School of Nursing.