We're addressing barriers and creating opportunities for our neighbors to lead healthy lives
Economic and social hardships place many members of our community at risk for avoidable illness, suffering, disability and premature death. With leading medical experts and deep roots in the Richmond area, it is VCU Health’s responsibility to address the barriers that prevent you, your loved ones and others from living healthy lives.
Removing obstacles facing our community
Our neighbors face challenges ranging from unemployment to hunger to violence. These challenges can dramatically affect your health. We are addressing these issues locally so that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to lead a healthy life.
Pam Parsons, ‘a relentless champion’ for community health, dies at 67
November 13, 2023
‘Food justice’ – and ideas to achieve it – are spotlighted at VCU Health and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services roundtable
November 03, 2023
VCU Health builds community for stroke survivors with a weekend retreat
November 01, 2023
Helping our communities during COVID-19
Economic and social differences can isolate people from the resources they need during public health emergencies, such as COVID-19. VCU Health is partnering with local organizations to bring medical and educational support to all members of our community in ways that best meet their needs.
COVID-19 and minorities: How to manage your health
January 24, 2022
Column: Do your part — get vaccinated
September 13, 2021
VCU Wilder School institute playing key role in state efforts to distribute COVID-19 vaccine equitably
April 16, 2021
Community members in Richmond’s East End share why they got vaccinated
February 16, 2021
Creating opportunities in our workforce
We are equipping current and future health care workers with the tools and compassion to treat patients with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This includes creating a workplace in which everyone has the same opportunities to advance and thrive.
Addressing economic barriers to teaching, VCU School of Dentistry awarded nearly $1M grant for faculty loan repayment
October 26, 2023
Motivated to understand the mysteries of science, Bryan McKiver shares his journey to becoming a researcher
October 05, 2023
Research on health disparities
As an urban academic medical center, VCU Health is conducting research on how disparities affect the health of our patients and community and is leading initiatives that can help eliminate inequities.
VCU liver institute leader earns No. 2 lifetime ranking worldwide for study of liver diseases
November 28, 2023
Racism and Health research guide created by VCU librarians provides crucial resources for students, instructors and researchers
November 27, 2023
VCU-led study is among first to explore the economics of how pharmacists can help improve blood pressure control
November 03, 2023