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The nearest kidney transplant center is a 2-4 hour drive from patients in Southwest Virginia.

The life-changing impact Carilion’s Kidney transplant center could have for local patients

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The CDC estimates 1 in 7 adults have chronic kidney disease. In Virginia, there are currently over 2,300 people on the state’s wait list for a kidney transplant. Carilion Clinic said the need for kidney transplants is expected to increase by nearly 35% over the next five years in our region. Yet, the nearest transplant center is a 2-4 hour drive away. Carilion is working to change that, but the final decision is up to the Virginia Department of Health.

Esther Hicks of Forest lost 111 pounds through healthy eating and exercise.

Local woman loses over 100 lbs, recognized as Va Queen for most weight loss in state

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A local 75-year-old woman was just recognized as a Virginia Queen for losing 111 pounds, the most of any female in her organization in the state of Virginia in 2023. Esther Hicks is proving that weight loss can be achieved by committing to a healthy lifestyle.

Stroke Smart Virginia is a public health initiative to reduce pre-hospital delays and increase timely stroke treatment through simple education and actions

Salem first ‘Stroke Smart City’ west of Richmond, works to educate public

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LewisGale Medical Center and City of Salem leadership kicked off their Stroke Smart Salem partnership with a community activation day on Tuesday. Hospital leaders and community officials, including Salem Mayor Renee Turk and members of city council, canvassed businesses on Main Street to spread awareness about stroke education.

An infectious disease expert from the University of Virginia outlined how likely it is that you could get bird flu.

Poultry and livestock farmers most at risk for bird flu, UVA expert suspects unreported cases

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An infectious disease expert from the University of Virginia outlined how likely it is that you could get bird flu. Dr. Patrick Jackson said due to lack of surveillance, it's possible more cases have gone undetected, even in Virginia. He said those most at risk are in the agriculture industry and often lack access to healthcare or testing.

10 News anchor and health reporter Rachel Lucas tries IV hydration therapy

Ditching oral supplements, more people turn to IV hydration therapy. 10 News tried it out

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Some medical experts say taking supplements or vitamins orally isn’t the most effective way for your body to absorb them. That’s why another form of vitamin therapy is quickly growing in popularity, receiving those same medications through an IV. IV hydration therapy is a multi-billion-dollar medical industry and is expected to grow over the next decade. Several IV hydration businesses have opened in Southwest Virginia in recent years. 10 News anchor Rachel Lucas tried it.

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Breaking barriers to healthcare, how the NRV delivers resources directly to those who need it

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The Virginia Poverty Law center hosted a health fair Thursday in the New River Valley, bringing healthcare to those that need it most. Issues like food insecurity, loss of Medicaid coverage and lack of transportation are challenges facing many low and moderate-income families. The center said traditional health fairs have not been effective reaching those struggling individuals so Virginia poverty law center's Enroll Virginia is partnering with the Community Housing Program to offer these health fairs at all six properties this month.

A new, first-of-its kind study has many wondering: Are tampons safe?

Lead and arsenic may be in your tampons, first-of-its kind tampon study finds

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A first-of-its-kind kind study finds a potential health risk associated with using tampons. The recent research out of UC Berkeley found that many tampons on the market, including organic and non-organic, may contain toxic metals, such as lead and arsenic. The researchers looked at tampons sold both in the United States and Europe.

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June 19 is World Sickle Cell Day: How Carilion works to support sickle cell patients in SWVA

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June 19 is World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. It's observed each year with the goal to increase understanding of sickle cell disease, and the challenges facing patients, families and caregivers. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that impacts every aspect of a person’s life. Throughout history, it's long been misunderstood and medical professionals with Carilion say the disease has even come with some pretty unfair stigmas.