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How the FAST acronym helped a Virginia woman reach VCU Health’s Comprehensive Stroke Center just in time

May 04, 2026 A quick check of Holly Furlong’s face, arms and speech alerted loved ones to act immediately, getting her rapid stroke treatment. View Story

Holly sits in the driver’s seat looking out the window

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Holly sits in the driver’s seat looking out the window

How the FAST acronym helped a Virginia woman reach VCU Health’s Comprehensive Stroke Center just in time

Mon, 04 May 2026 10:52:00 EDT

View of children's hospital of richmond at vcu from street level with cars passing by

Celebrating 3 years of caring for kids, and big things ahead, in the Children’s Tower

Kevin and his family sit together on a couch smiling

Living kidney-donor transplant saves Virginia dad’s life and strengthens his family

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:24:00 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

Woman pets therapy dog

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

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:15:00 EDT

Woman wearing a sun hat sprays plants with pesticide

Gardening safety 101: How to avoid exposure to poison ivy, pesticides and more

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:38:00 EDT

A model of the memorial and interment site

Board of Visitors approves plans for memorial for East Marshall Street Well individuals

A older gentlemen holding a NICU baby in his arms.

A retiree’s gentle touch soothes babies in the NICU

Artist sits in front of a wall filled with graffiti.

Cancer center’s mural project becomes personal for artist

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:09:00 EDT

Doctor and vcu health patient hold up a sign for the LGMD Centers of Excellence

From patient to partner in advancing muscular dystrophy care

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In The Media

Drugstore Dialogue: Dermatologist Gives Hair Loss Treatment Advice

73-Year-Old Man Spends His Days Volunteering as a NICU Cuddler. Now He's Sharing the 6 Words He Tells Each Baby

Baby Born at 23 Weeks Officially Graduates from NICU After Being Given a 20% Chance of Survival

This 73-year-old is not a doctor or a nurse — but he shows up every week for the tiniest fighters

First responders light up the night outside Children's Hospital of Richmond

VCU Health breaks ground on outpatient heart center

VCU pediatric hospital taps 1st COO

50 recent hospital, health system executive moves

AAN 2026: How to Use AI Tools in Neurology Without Compromising Clinical Judgment

VCU Health creates new marketing leadership role

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Inspiring Stories

Holly sits in the driver’s seat looking out the window

How the FAST acronym helped a Virginia woman reach VCU Health’s Comprehensive Stroke Center just in time

Mon, 04 May 2026 10:52:00 EDT

Kevin and his family sit together on a couch smiling

Living kidney-donor transplant saves Virginia dad’s life and strengthens his family

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:24:00 EDT

A older gentlemen holding a NICU baby in his arms.

A retiree’s gentle touch soothes babies in the NICU

Artist sits in front of a wall filled with graffiti.

Cancer center’s mural project becomes personal for artist

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:09:00 EDT

Doctor and vcu health patient hold up a sign for the LGMD Centers of Excellence

From patient to partner in advancing muscular dystrophy care

The Monks smile while sitting at an event at camp

For this burn survivor, healing extends beyond the hospital

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:42:00 EDT

Rick and Tracey sit on a rock on top of a mountain

Giving together: One Virginia couple’s journey through living organ donation

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:54:00 EDT

Teenage holding a football in one hand and basketball in the other.

Myles is now back in action after being temporarily sidelined by a debilitating knee injury

Dr. Chery paints at his home studio

At the Heart of Health: VCU Health surgeon keeps a pulse on painting masterpieces

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:09:00 EDT

Shadows of doctors figures in front of a quote behind a yellow background.

A doctor’s dose of inspiration: Injecting the 'why' of the work

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:30:00 EDT

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News Releases

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

VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital

VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital scores four-star rating on Forbes’ first 'Top Hospitals’ list

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:52:00 EDT

Small white tiles filled with radiation are inserted into the brain where a tumor is removed

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center is first-in-market to offer brachytherapy brain tumor surgery

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:25:00 EDT

Dr. Delzell smiles in a black suit and red bowtie

VCU Health names designated institutional officer

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:35:00 EDT

Dr. Levy and President Rao signing construction beam

VCU Health ‘top offs’ ambulatory surgery center and medical office building in Chesterfield

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:44:00 EST

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Health and Wellness

Woman wearing a sun hat sprays plants with pesticide

Gardening safety 101: How to avoid exposure to poison ivy, pesticides and more

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:38:00 EDT

Two people look at the scans of a person’s heart after a stress test in the MRI.

What to know before a cardiac MRI: Safety, comfort and what this heart test can reveal

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:44:00 EDT

Young woman hugging and comforting mother on sofa at home

How VCU Health is helping the sandwich generation

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:14:00 EDT

Older man with a cane holding the hand of a caregiver

What’s the latest on Alzheimer’s disease? VCU Health expert shares insights

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:54:00 EDT

Male patient underwent MRI of brain and is consulting with hospital neurologist doctor.

How to recognize and prevent traumatic brain injuries

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:35:00 EDT

Colorectal cancer, doctor holding intestine colon human model.

A doctor’s guide to colorectal cancer

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:51:00 EDT

Doctor explaining changes in ovaries to patient on artificial model of uterus and showing ultrasound picture

Is it endometriosis? When to go to the doctor for painful periods

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:28:00 EDT

Table set with variety of color fruits, vegetables and meat

What foods to avoid to reduce your risk of chronic diseases, cancer

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:07:00 EDT

A variety of cleaning products on display

How to safely clean your home with household products

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:30:00 EST

A middle-aged Black woman undergoes a scalp examination by a dermatologist

A dermatologist’s guide to hair loss treatments

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:03:00 EST

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Community Impact

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

Two female dental students check a little girl’s teeth

More access, more smiles: Give Kids a Smile welcomes patients at two locations

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:32:00 EST

The Pauley outreach team stands in a classroom with a Hopewell High staff member

VCU Health Pauley Heart Center community outreach program creates pipeline of future health care workers

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:42:00 EST

Janet and a student are reviewing information for the pantry located at the school

At the Heart of Health: How a senior executive assistant became a champion for students facing food insecurity

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:39:00 EST

Three people holding toys in hands around christmas decorations

How a CHoR family and the VCU College of Engineering paired up to make play more accessible

February 12, 2026

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