The demand for midwives continues to grow across the country as more women seek greater involvement in their birth plans and overall health journeys.
Leaders from Roanoke County Public Schools and Carilion Clinic are entering a long-term partnership to expand the regional workforce and provide ongoing support.
Roanoke hospitals are emphasizing the importance of sledding safety as they report a significant increase in injuries among children, urging parents and guardians to take necessary precautions.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says flu cases may still be on the rise amidst a record-breaking season with over 15 million cases and 180,000 hospitalizations.
Former Salem and University of Georgia football player Chris Cole brought holiday cheer to young patients at Carilion Children’s Hospital through a special Christmas toy drive.
A 19-year-old’s mission to honor his father’s memory reached a significant milestone Friday as he presented the proceeds from his foundation’s first fundraising event to the cancer center where his father received treatment.
Marking a significant milestone in helping children fight cancer in Southwest Virginia, the Life Ring Foundation doubled it’s pledge to support pediatric cancer care at Carilion Children’s. Carilion Children’s to add staff and improve cancer treatment with Life Ring Foundation donation
Flu cases are already starting to impact local school districts. Although the ideal time to get a flu vaccine has passed, a Carilion Clinic pediatrician is urging everyone to get the flu vaccine as soon as possible.
Staff members and volunteers from the hospital’s Family Advisory Board put together handmade Halloween outfits this week for infants in the neonatal intensive care unit at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and with National Mammography Day around the corner, it's a crucial time to highlight the importance of mammograms for early breast cancer detection.
Healthcare workers with both hospitals played a full softball game at Salem Memorial Field to raise money for the American Heart Association.
Football season is starting soon, but despite their busy schedules, players for Hokies football took time out of their day to do some arts and crafts with kids from Carilion. 10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore was there to capture all the excitement.
Back-to-school season is in full swing, and Carilion Clinic is helping kids get ready by making sure they look ready to go.
Carilion Children’s launched a new pediatric clinic in Rocky Mount, opening its doors to patients today, marking a significant expansion of healthcare services for families in Franklin County.
Carilion Clinic announced Tuesday plans to open freestanding emergency departments in Smith Mountain Lake’s Westlake area and the Daleville Town Center area.
The 2025 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships are underway this week in Roanoke, Virginia. Some of America’s top cyclists are competing in the challenging terrain of Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Behind the scenes, it takes a dedicated team of medical professionals to keep riders safe on the trail.
The USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships are underway in Roanoke this week.
A new Safe Haven Baby Box is now open at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, marking the first of its kind in Virginia. It's a way for mothers or parents to safely, anonymously, and legally surrender their newborn.
The Carilion Clinic announced the beginning of the public phase of its “Reaching Fair, Caring Close” campaign, an effort to raise $100 million to support the construction of the new Carilion Taubman Cancer Center.
Carilion Children's Dr. Fulton advised parents to share any concerning information about vaccinations they find online with their doctor first before making a decision. This way, both parties can make informed decisions about the child’s health.
Summer may have just started, but doctors say now is the time to get children vaccinated for back-to-school in the fall. Appointments are already filling up. 10 News talks to a doctor with Carilion Children's about what parents need to know.
Certified nurse midwives help meet patients where they are, improving access to care and lowering maternal mortality and morbidity rates. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 6 percent growth in employment of certified nurse midwives over the next decade. Carilion has now expanded to eight midwives on staff.
Carilion Clinic began rolling out their new security measures at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital on Tuesday. These upgrades were announced back in February.
Opening this spring, a newly expanded emergency department is nearly complete at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. The expansion makes it one of the largest emergency departments in the Commonwealth. The Emergency Department expansion has a particular focus on providing more space and care to pediatric patients.
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital is expanding its Crystal Spring Tower this year with the hope of serving more people.
Carilion Children’s is reaching out to the community for help in replenishing their toy supply for children in the hospital. Donations are being accepted at Carilion Children’s Tanglewood Center now through March 31.
Do you have any electronics you need to get rid of? You’ll be able to do just that safely at Carillion’s electronics recycling day. You can bring things like phones, computer towers, power tools, exercise equipment and more.
Carilion Clinic made its case to the Virginia Department of Health’s Division of Certificate of Public Need on Tuesday, seeking approval to open a kidney transplant center at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Currently, the closest transplant center is located at UVA Hospital in Charlottesville, a significant distance for many patients in the region.
Santa Claus made a memorable entrance in Roanoke today, trading his sleigh for some ropes and a little help from Roanoke Fire EMS. Along with his elves, Santa spread holiday cheer to children at Carilion Children’s Hospital, offering a much-needed break for families spending the holidays in the hospital.
A new addition to the Star City skyline is on the horizon, as Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital unveils progress on its Crystal Spring Tower.
A new employee at Carilion Clinic is lending a helping paw and an attentive ear to patients in need. Wali, a Saint Francis Service Dog, is making history as the Roanoke Valley’s first pediatric facility dog at Carilion Children’s Tanglewood Center.
For the Dr. Robert L.A. Keeley Healing Arts Program, art takes center stage in the healing journey.
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.
Sickle cell disease is a rare genetic blood disorder that affects every aspect of a person’s life. Predominately impacting people of color, the disease has long been misunderstood by the community and even doctors. It’s also historically come with some unfair stigmas. Carilion Clinic Sickle Cell Collaborative is holding an awareness walk this Saturday.
Carilion Clinic is bringing sports medicine professionals directly to the athletes.
Luke Shaffer, born at 23 weeks, has faced nearly 20 brain surgeries in his two years, with his family enduring countless challenges and showing remarkable resilience.
Neffy, a new nasal spray for Epinephrine, offers a needle-free alternative to the EpiPen for treating severe allergic reactions and is expected to be available by late September.
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.
Leaving children in hot cars, often due to routine distractions, results in tragic and preventable deaths, prompting calls for advanced safety regulations and technology.
Reshaping the way we interact with doctors and receive medical supplies; you may have noticed a drone flying above Carilion's Roanoke campus over the past year. Carilion is using that drone to deliver medical supplies by air across sites on campus. The technology could have wider implications for the future of tele-health and remote monitoring.
Access to medical care for children just got a bit easier in the New River Valley with the opening of their pediatrics specialty clinic.
The panelists featured anesthesiologist Dr. Abdullah Brown, OR and ER nurse Lana, and urologist Dr. Mazen Hasan.
Carilion is training to respond quickly to heart attacks in honor of Heart Health Month. Carilion is nationally recognized for it's heart response, and how quickly it's doctors can perform advanced lifesaving care. Learn about the critical difference that timely response can make in the event of a heart emergency and how Carilion's medical team is dedicated to saving lives. Discover firsthand what happens behind the scenes when 911 is called for a heart attack and witness the efforts to make every minute count.
As the population is aging, doctors are projecting a substantial increase in the number of hip, knee, and shoulder replacements in the next decade. Now, Carilion is re-starting educational sessions called Points on Joints to help navigate the process.
We spoke with an oncologist at Carilion, who said stomach cancer rates have gone down drastically in the last 100 years, currently making up less than one percent of cancers in America.
It's nothing short of miracle. Aubrey Scaletta from the New River Valley lost both her feet in an accident while riding in her father's pickup truck. After six surgeries, Aubrey is defying odds, not only walking, but dancing.
You can show your appreciation for a family member or friend while also making a difference through Carilion Clinic’s Lights of Love Christmas trees.
A new space to meet the mental health needs of the community. That's the goal of Carilion clinic's new mental health facility at Tanglewood mall.
This weekend, LewisGale and Carilion Clinic are taking swings at heart disease, for the annual “Homers for Hearts” charity softball game at Salem Memorial Ballpark.
The chair of pediatrics at Carilion Children's is warning that the poor air quality and its health effects can "linger."
Authorities are currently at the scene of the Carilion New River Valley Medical Center in Christiansburg, investigating an incident that occurred Sunday morning.
Family and friends in Roanoke are breathing a sigh of relief now that a young girl involved in a freak accident is home.The community is pitching in to help by raising money for her medical bills.Six-year-old Aubrey Scaletta had been at Carilion after she lost her feet in a freak accident. Doctors reattached them.Empty Tomb Motorcycle Ministry is hosting a ride where anyone can join. It’s happening July 8th at Exalted Ministries. The ride begins on Williamson Road in Roanoke and continues to Radford University.
With the sun out in full force this summer, sunscreen is a necessity. Luckily for Splash Valley guests, getting burnt won’t be a worry.
Carilion Clinic is expanding its footprint at Tanglewood Mall in Roanoke County to better meet the needs of the community.
