Uncommon compassion
Unwavering dedication
Unbreakable resolve

Helping you live your best life

News Center

All

Search Our News

New blood score may help identify patients most at risk of liver failure, liver cancer or death

June 23, 2026 Results from the new study suggest that the blood test could help doctors identify higher-risk liver disease patients sooner. View Story

placeholder image

Latest News

Dr. Khraibut in medical scrubs standing in a stadium at an event

Periodontist Sara Khraibut returns to Kuwait after 11 years, 2 degrees and 1 residency at VCU

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:12:00 EDT

Dr. Denby smiles while wearing a pink sweater and floral patterned blouse.

VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital names new chief nursing officer

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:18:00 EDT

Kids and CHoR representatives at the park

A day at the park combines free and fun educational activities to teach kids how to keep themselves safe

Hawley moving game pieces around on table

She shines the light – and leads the way – on the national challenge of gambling addiction

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:06:00 EDT

placeholder image

New blood score may help identify patients most at risk of liver failure, liver cancer or death

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:51:00 EDT

Mother and Daughter dancing in the hallway

Step right up! Carnival-themed prom brings the magic of the midway to our Children’s Pavilion

woman lying on bed, frustrated that she cannot sleep

Why does menopause disrupt your sleep? What doctors say may help

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:09:00 EDT

John Jones stocking food in fridge

New initiative to reduce food waste, increase composting at VCU and VCU Health

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:02:00 EDT

John Duval in a grey suit with a pattern tie.

John Duval, a visionary VCU Health leader, dies at 73

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:52:00 EDT

Senior man and young adult son enjoy talking with doctor

What it means to be an ‘Age-Friendly’ provider for older adults

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:01:00 EDT

View More Stories

In The Media

Foods and Drinks to Avoid if You Have Myasthenia Gravis

11 Everyday Habits That Could Be Silently Raising Your Blood Pressure

20 hospitals, health systems adding new C-suite roles in 2026

VCU Health’s Specialized Care for Chronic Pancreatitis

Lyme Primer: How the New HHS Strategy Stacks Up To Science

GLP-1 medications may improve survival and reduce recurrence in breast cancer patients, study finds

Why drugs like Ozempic might reduce cancer risk

6-year-old cancer survivor inspires Richmond to squeeze out childhood cancer

46 recent hospital, health system executive moves

Virginia Hospital-based Violence Intervention Programs Have Served Nearly 10,000 Patients, Saved Almost $102 Million in Healthcare Costs

View More Stories

Inspiring Stories

Dr. Khraibut in medical scrubs standing in a stadium at an event

Periodontist Sara Khraibut returns to Kuwait after 11 years, 2 degrees and 1 residency at VCU

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:12:00 EDT

Hawley moving game pieces around on table

She shines the light – and leads the way – on the national challenge of gambling addiction

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:06:00 EDT

Two dentists in their graduation caps and gowns

New graduates join VCU’s pediatric dentistry team

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:20:00 EDT

Nada and Shady together in school hallway

Couple finds a home at VCU to pursue research projects with personal meaning

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:23:00 EDT

Addison Browell on a beach standing in front of a sunset

Enduring a devastating diagnosis leads to inspiring career path for one local college graduate

Keith smiles while holding the straps on his hiking backpack, which is filled with equipment to provide help if there’s an emergency on a trail

At the Heart of Health: Massey social media manager prepares for the unexpected online and in the wilderness

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:06:00 EDT

Picture of Badge with tulip pin attached

Medical student Charles Payne recognized for extraordinary compassion during his OB-GYN rotation

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:49:00 EDT

Keegan smiles at Dr. Szabo in a patient room

10-year-old Keegan is now pain free thanks to the synergy between surgeons in rare operation

Dr. Sime holding stethoscope to patient's back

She breathes life into the fight against pulmonary fibrosis

Thu, 21 May 2026 09:12:00 EDT

A trauma survivor provides support to another survivor

Bear attack survivor helps other VCU Health patients in their recovery

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:57:00 EDT

View More Stories

News Releases

Dr. Denby smiles while wearing a pink sweater and floral patterned blouse.

VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital names new chief nursing officer

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:18:00 EDT

Doctor holds digital image of liver

New study reveals turbocharged GLP-1 drug helps shed body weight and fat in the liver

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:31:00 EDT

David Limbrick wears blue scrubs while standing in a hallway with a lot of windows.

Large-scale clinical trial provides long-sought answers for treating Chiari malformation and syringomyelia

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:12:00 EDT

McClenny wears a suit and tie.

VCU Medical Center names first AVP of quality and safety

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:51:00 EDT

VCU, VCU Health, VCU Pauley Heart Leaders, and Mayor Danny Avula break ground with shovels

VCU Health Pauley Heart Center breaks ground on new outpatient pavilion in Richmond’s Diamond District

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:16:00 EDT

Carissa smiles in a grey suit

VCU Health names inaugural AVP of marketing and communications

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:50:00 EDT

VCU Health launches nation’s first LGMD Center of Excellence

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:24:00 EDT

female patient at check up in clinic with doctor pressing stethoscope to her chest

Clinical trial results show weight loss drug reduces the risk of heart and liver diseases in people with obesity

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:05:00 EDT

VCU researchers stand with two Dogs on Call volunteers and therapy dog

'Ruff on Lyme' event raises awareness of disease prevention for canines and the positive impact of VCU research

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:51:00 EDT

Three VCU Health Pauley Heart Center team members pose for a photo in scrubs

VCU Health Pauley Heart Center first in Virginia to assess new therapy to prevent stroke

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:42:00 EDT

View More Stories

Health and Wellness

woman lying on bed, frustrated that she cannot sleep

Why does menopause disrupt your sleep? What doctors say may help

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:09:00 EDT

Close-up of dangerous deer tick lurking on green plant

More than just Lyme: What you need to know about other emerging tick-borne diseases

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:28:00 EDT

older man gets out of bed after experiencing back pain

Finding nighttime comfort: A patient’s guide to sleeping with spinal stenosis

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:40:00 EDT

Older man getting ready to sleep during the day with a CPAP machine in bed.

A sleep expert’s guide to understanding your sleep apnea treatment options

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:23:00 EDT

Gloved hand holding chlorine tablet above swimming pool with water testing kit and chemical bottles on stone ledge

How to safely handle pool chemicals

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:39:00 EDT

Man working on a laptop is experiencing a headache and holds his head.

How to manage chronic headaches

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:13:00 EDT

Vanderburg Hanners meets with a patient

Cholesterol 101: Why knowing your levels matters

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:08:00 EDT

People in bathing suits sitting and standing on rocks along the river as kayakers go by.

What this Virginia doctor wants you to know about river safety

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:14:00 EDT

Child sitting on bean bag with a book open

Overwhelming feelings? Creating a calming corner can help your little one bring back emotional balance

Computer illustration of hantavirus particles.

Should I be worried about the hantavirus outbreak?

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:09:00 EDT

View More Stories

Community Impact

Kids and CHoR representatives at the park

A day at the park combines free and fun educational activities to teach kids how to keep themselves safe

Marconi in front of fridge in a lab.

VCU pioneer in Lyme disease puts another tick-borne menace in his sights

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:00 EDT

A hospital volunteer speaks to high school students about the risks and consequences of impaired driving.

Project IMPACT: VCU Health’s program to curb impaired driving expands to Southside Virginia schools

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:34:00 EDT

VCU Health team members hold up signs with different words on them

Stronger together: How VCU Health ensures healing continues beyond the hospital

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:12:00 EDT

Woman pets therapy dog

More than 5,400 donors support VCU students, patients, faculty and researchers

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:15:00 EDT

Students talking behind a sign for Drug Take Back Day.

RVA community invited to Drug Take Back Day event at VCU on Saturday, April 25

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:21:00 EDT

Dr. Grey sitting behind the a fecal management system flow positioning device model he co-developed.

ICU device for fecal management finds industrial partner

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:01:00 EDT

A physician’s assistant checks a patient’s heartbeat.

How VCU Health Pauley Heart Center is expanding access to advanced heart care

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:42:00 EDT

A group of older women around a table in conversation.

New shared-meal project aims to support senior health

City skyline with VCU and VCU Health buildings

New report details VCU’s economic value to Virginia

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:12:00 EDT

View More Stories