Virginia Patients, Nonprofits Cope With Loss Of Federal Funding For HIV/AIDS Patients

Part Three of The Mercury’s Pulse Check series explores how a reduction of Ryan White funding could mean increased spread of the disease.

Vultures Are Dying Across VA: Here's Why, According To Officials

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has received reports of groups of dead black vultures across the state, possibly from a virus.

‘Demon Copperhead' Author, Virginian Lays Foundation For Women In Appalachia To Beat Addiction

Barbara Kingsolver opened the Pennington Gap facility in January with royalties from her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, 'Demon Copperhead.'

After Federal Funding Cuts, Va. Maternal Mortality Data Collection To Continue Until Next August

An effort to extend funding that Virginia uses to address maternal deaths was left out of the legislation.

Federal Funding For Research To Prevent Maternal Deaths In Va., Nationwide Set To Expire Sept. 30

Virginia’s Maternal Mortality Review Team, for instance, collects data and the Virginia Department of Health also posts a data dashboard.

Most Bed Bug Infested Cities: Where These VA Towns Rank

Pest management company Orkin recently released its annual list of the Top 50 Most Bed Bug-Infested U.S. Cities.

Nursing Homes, Health Care Associations Sue Youngkin Over Vetoed Nursing Home Bill

The governor vetoed an effort to bolster staffing efforts at nursing homes, a lawsuit alleges the veto was ‘unconstitutional.’

‘Squash On Sight:' Virginia Battles Invasive Spotted Lanternflies

With no natural predators, the colorful pests spread along railways and highways, leaving residents and vineyards searching for solutions.

VA Boar's Head Plant To Reopen After Deadly Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak

The VA deli meat plant linked to last year's listeria outbreak that killed 10 people and sickened more than 60 others is set to reopen.

Virginia Hospitals Receive $8.5 Million In Grants For Violence Intervention Programming

While receiving medical care for physical injuries, victims are connected to counseling, case management, or other community resources.

After Hopewell Water Plant Released Raw Sewage, State Officials Outline Health, Environmental Impact

A Hopewell communications worker also confirmed that a permanent repair at the plant is expected to be done by the end of the week.

Annual ‘Best Places To Bike' Report Ranks Va. Cities Low, Rankles Officials And Advocates

National report ranks Virginia cities low, despite the state’s beefed-up bike infrastructure designed to improve access and bicycle safety.

Hospital Associations In Va., 13 States Warn Against Proposed Cuts To Medicaid And Hospital Funding

GOP members are under pressure from President Trump to advance their budget bill to him by July 4.

Dual Threats From Trump And GOP Imperil Nursing Homes And Their Foreign-Born Workers

More than 800,000 immigrants and naturalized citizens comprise 28% of direct care employees, and home health care, including in Virginia.

'Razor Blade Throat' COVID Subvariant Emerges: What To Know In VA

The Covid subvariant "Nimbus" found in VA is known for its ultra-contagious and painful sore throat, described as "razor blade throat."

Most Bed Bug Infested Cities: Where These VA Towns Rank

Pest management company Terminix recently released its annual list of the Top 50 Most Bed Bug-Infested U.S. Cities.

Living Within 1 Mile Of These Places Doubles Parkinson’s Risk In VA

The risk of Parkinson's disease, which impairs movement, doubles for VA residents who live near a golf course, a new study says.

Second Measles Case Confirmed In VA

A teenager from the northwest region of Virginia who had recently traveled outside the U.S. is the state's second confirmed measles case.

Virginia Among The Happiest States In The U.S., Ranking Says

A new analysis by WalletHub revealed the state in which you live may have an impact on how happy you are. See how Virginia fared.

3 VA Cities Among Moldiest In The U.S., New Study Claims

A new study revealed the 150 U.S. cities where residents are most vulnerable to mold’s unhealthy effects. See which VA cities made the list.

​ USDA Documented Insects, Slime At Boar's Head Plants, Records Show

New reports show unsanitary conditions at Boar's Head plants went beyond a plant in Virginia linked to a listeria outbreak that killed 10.

2 VA Cities, DC Make Orkin’s Dubious ‘Rattiest Cities’ Ranking

Orkin has released its list of the "rattiest" cities in the country, and DC plus two Virginia cities are on the list.

Your ZIP Code In VA May Affect Ability To Get Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

A new study suggests the chance of being diagnosed may be more about the health system than individual factors that affect dementia.

Cantaloupe Recalled Over Possible Salmonella Contamination

The cantaloupe was sold last month in five states including Virginia, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

VA Resident Dies From Listeria-Tainted Deli Meat, CDC Says

As of Aug. 8, a listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats had killed three and sickened 43 people, according to the CDC.

Listeria Outbreak From Deli Meats Reported In VA

So far, 28 people have become ill and two have died, the CDC said, adding it cannot yet say which deli meats are behind the outbreak.

Giant Inflatable IUD Makes Stops In VA On U.S. Tour

Freeda the intrauterine device visited Virginia Beach and Richmond on a tour to draw attention to birth control access in the U.S.

Drug Overdose Rates Down In VA, CDC Says In Report

Nationally, overdose deaths were down by about 3 percent, according to the provisional data released Wednesday.

New COVID Variant Could Cause Spike In VA Cases: What To Know

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data released last week showed the variant represents 28 percent of new COVID infections.

Bird Flu Virus Found In Grocery Store Milk: Should VA Consumers Worry?

The highly pathogenic outbreak of bird flu has now been confirmed in dairy cattle in eight states, federal health officials said.

Virginia Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers Face Significant Challenges

The burden of Alzheimer’s and other dementias weighs heavily on Virginia family caregivers

Contagious Stomach Bug Spreading Across VA, South: CDC

Recent data from the CDC shows cases of norovirus spiking in recent weeks in Virginia and several other southern states.

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked To Cheese Sold At VA Whole Foods

At least two people have died in a Listeria outbreak linked to dozens of cheese and yogurt products shipped to retailers nationwide.

VA Cancer Cases Expected To Rise In 2024, New Study Says

A new report estimates about 611,000 Americans will die from cancer this year, and about 2 million will receive a cancer diagnosis.

Listeria Risk Prompts Spinach Recall In VA

Spinach from a NJ farm has been recalled in seven states, including Virginia, after a sample tested positive for listeria, the FDA said.

High Radon Levels Found In About 25 Percent Of VA Homes: Report

The American Lung Association and state environmental officials are urging VA residents to test their homes for this cancer-causing gas.

New COVID Variant Makes A Holiday Appearance: What To Know In VA

The new COVID variant is emerging in Virginia as another, HV.1, remains dominant, according to federal public health officials.

DC, 1 VA City Among The Most Roach-Infested In USA, Study Finds

The most roach-infested cities in the country were ranked according to calls for service. Here's where DC and a VA city fell on the list.

Flu Activity Moderate In VA As COVID, RSV Cases Continue To Rise

Flu activity rose nationwide this week. Twelve kids have died. The CDC director recommended masking amid rising cases of COVID-19 and RSV.

How Overweight Are VA Adults? New Study Weighs In

More than 7 in 10 U.S. adults 20 and older are either overweight or obese, according to CDC data. Here's how Virginia adults ranked.

Select A Plan With Whole-Health Benefits This Enrollment Period

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage plans offer benefits to support whole health, from nutritional support to home helpers.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.