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LewisGale medical center celebrates 50 years of mental health services in Southwest Virginia

Read full article: LewisGale medical center celebrates 50 years of mental health services in Southwest Virginia

The Roanoke Valley Psychiatric Center first opened in June 1975, positioning itself at the forefront of behavioral health care in the area. Since then, the program has treated approximately 75,000 patients.

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Fourth of July safety tips: Grilling and fireworks precautions

Read full article: Fourth of July safety tips: Grilling and fireworks precautions

As you look forward to celebrating the Fourth of July with delicious food and festivities, it’s important to prioritize safety to ensure you, your family, and friends have a fun and injury-free holiday. 10 News is working for you on how you can stay safe. We spoke with a Lewis Gale injury prevention expert.

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Local woman shares survival story after motorcycle crash

Read full article: Local woman shares survival story after motorcycle crash

It’s been nine months since a Radford woman was severely injured in a motorcycle crash in Christiansburg. Thanks to quick emergency care at LewisGale Medical Center, now in its second year as a Level 2 trauma center, she is rebuilding her life and sharing her story to help others during National Trauma Awareness Month.

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LewisGale Hospital Montgomery prepares for Metallica concert crowd

Read full article: LewisGale Hospital Montgomery prepares for Metallica concert crowd

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery has prepared extra staffing on Wednesday in its emergency department due to the sold-out crowd in Lane Stadium for the Metallica concert.

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Women increasingly seek midwifery care for non-traditional birth options

Read full article: Women increasingly seek midwifery care for non-traditional birth options

LewisGale has expanded its practice over the past five years in the Roanoke and New River valleys, providing 24/7 coverage on labor and delivery. They emphasize that midwifery care allows women to take control of their birth plans.

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A living donor; Local pastor’s life saved thanks to generosity of stranger

Read full article: A living donor; Local pastor’s life saved thanks to generosity of stranger

A local woman felt called to donate her kidney, providing a local evangelist a second chance at life. Now she hopes to raise awareness about the gift of becoming a living donor.

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Roanoke celebrates National Drug Take Back Day

Read full article: Roanoke celebrates National Drug Take Back Day

Law enforcement officials across the region teamed up with the DEA and others as part of National Drug Take Back Day.

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LewisGale Midwives marks milestone in maternal care, expanding staff and services

Read full article: LewisGale Midwives marks milestone in maternal care, expanding staff and services

LewisGale Midwives was the first hospital-based independent midwifery practice in the area when it launched five years ago.

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Don't have a primary care physican? You can still get a mammogram

Read full article: Don't have a primary care physican? You can still get a mammogram

Mammogram screenings are crucial for early detection of breast cancer, but many women face delays in getting them. These delays often occur because women either don't have a primary care physician or can't see one promptly. However, there are alternatives available.

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Honoring her mother’s fight: Giles Co. mom uses her own breast cancer survival to inspire others to get screened

Read full article: Honoring her mother’s fight: Giles Co. mom uses her own breast cancer survival to inspire others to get screened

Nearly 20 years after losing her mother to breast cancer, Erin Hachwi, a mother of two, was shocked to receive the same diagnosis. Now, she's honoring her mothers fight by sharing her story of survival in the hopes other women will prioritize mammograms and screenings.

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Share your story with WSLS 10 for World Cancer Day, February 4

Read full article: Share your story with WSLS 10 for World Cancer Day, February 4

In honor of world cancer day, WSLS is inviting you to share your story too through Pin it. We want to recognize survivors and those still fighting while remembering those we have lost.

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Blood donations drop as winter weather hits region

Read full article: Blood donations drop as winter weather hits region

With winter weather just hitting our area and even more expected in the coming days, that means for emergency crews and folks working at the hospitals, it’s all hands on deck. Oftentimes those emergencies may require a blood transfusion.

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Holiday season brings rise to domestic violence incidents

Read full article: Holiday season brings rise to domestic violence incidents

For many, the holidays are a time of the year they look forward to the most, but for others, its a time of the year that they have to live in fear.

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Holiday Healing: LewisGale Makes Christmas Happen for Musil Family

Read full article: Holiday Healing: LewisGale Makes Christmas Happen for Musil Family

The hospital staff at LewisGale brought Christmas joy to the Musil family by decorating Craig's room and providing gifts, despite their challenging circumstances.

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Pancreatic Cancer Awareness; LewisGale doctor explains the disease

Read full article: Pancreatic Cancer Awareness; LewisGale doctor explains the disease

10 News wore purple Tuesday in a show of support for a respected colleague in local television, Mark Spain, who was recently diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. In a special Healthwatch, a local doctor explains what pancreatic cancer is and some of the risk factors and warning signs of this disease.

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Special delivery! Blacksburg police officer helps mom deliver baby

Read full article: Special delivery! Blacksburg police officer helps mom deliver baby

Lt. Hayes with the Blacksburg Police Department went beyond his duties as an officer to help with a very special delivery last week.

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Salem first ‘Stroke Smart City’ west of Richmond, works to educate public

Read full article: Salem first ‘Stroke Smart City’ west of Richmond, works to educate public

LewisGale Medical Center and City of Salem leadership kicked off their Stroke Smart Salem partnership with a community activation day on Tuesday. Hospital leaders and community officials, including Salem Mayor Renee Turk and members of city council, canvassed businesses on Main Street to spread awareness about stroke education.

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Shelor Motor Mile, Subaru Love Campaign donate blankets to LewisGale patients

Read full article: Shelor Motor Mile, Subaru Love Campaign donate blankets to LewisGale patients

Local organizations are giving blankets to people who need them most.

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Providing hope, LewisGale becomes first in Virginia to offer new treatment for colon cancer patients

Read full article: Providing hope, LewisGale becomes first in Virginia to offer new treatment for colon cancer patients

LewisGale in Roanoke is only place in the Commonwealth providing Hepatic Artery Infusion (HAI) Therapy. LewisGale began offering HAI in December, and it’s already showing promise with patients like David Rockwell of Moneta.

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Communities show their appreciation to local EMS workers for National EMS Week

Read full article: Communities show their appreciation to local EMS workers for National EMS Week

According to a study from the Virginia Association of Counties, EMS volunteers are down across the state.

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LewisGale hosts mental health walk

Read full article: LewisGale hosts mental health walk

Walking for a good cause — that’s what LewisGale employees and other community partners did Thursday morning.

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Christiansburg man recounts horrific motorcycle accident and those responsible for saving his life

Read full article: Christiansburg man recounts horrific motorcycle accident and those responsible for saving his life

It's been 8 months since a Christiansburg man's life changed forever after a horrific motorcycle crash. Thanks to quick emergency care at LewisGale Medical Center, a newly recognized Level 2 Trauma Center, he is rebuilding his life and is back at the job he loves.

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Local doctor discusses bee sting care as warmer weather returns

Read full article: Local doctor discusses bee sting care as warmer weather returns

With bees out and about again for the spring, you can prepare for an increased risk of stings.

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Child Abuse Prevention Month: Experts aim to educate communities on warning signs, resources

Read full article: Child Abuse Prevention Month: Experts aim to educate communities on warning signs, resources

April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

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Healthwatch: Raising awareness for colorectal cancer

Read full article: Healthwatch: Raising awareness for colorectal cancer

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month.

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Saving lives with genetic testing

Read full article: Saving lives with genetic testing

Genetic testing could save your life when it comes to cancer prevention.

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LewisGale hosts Joggin’ For Your Noggin 5K and 1-mile fun run

Read full article: LewisGale hosts Joggin’ For Your Noggin 5K and 1-mile fun run

LewisGale’s Joggin’ For Your Noggin 5K and 1-mile fun run took place this morning.

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Rare Disease Day puts focus on critical research

Read full article: Rare Disease Day puts focus on critical research

Rare Disease Day falls on Leap Day this year, the rarest day — and not by accident.

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Security concerns after allegations from LewisGale employees

Read full article: Security concerns after allegations from LewisGale employees

10 News is investigating an incident that allegedly involved a gun at the hospital.

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HEALTH: January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Read full article: HEALTH: January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and research shows that late-stage cervical cancer appears to be on the rise.

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LewisGale Medical Center awards $20,000 grant to Feeding Southwest Virginia

Read full article: LewisGale Medical Center awards $20,000 grant to Feeding Southwest Virginia

LewisGale awarded $20,000 and almost 1,000 pounds of canned goods to the non-profit, Feeding Southwest Virginia.

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Crew at LewisGale Physicians in Salem goes above and beyond for patient in need

Read full article: Crew at LewisGale Physicians in Salem goes above and beyond for patient in need

A group of physician assistants at LewisGale have grouped together to support a patient going through a difficult time this holiday season.

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LewisGale Hospital Pulaski celebrates 50 years

Read full article: LewisGale Hospital Pulaski celebrates 50 years

LewisGale Pulaski held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday to celebrate 50 years of serving the community.

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LewisGale officials break ground on Christiansburg ER

Read full article: LewisGale officials break ground on Christiansburg ER

On Tuesday morning, officials with LewisGale Hospital Montgomery hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of LewisGale Hospital Montgomery Christiansburg ER.

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Fight for neonatal care at LewisGale ends after 13 years with NICU ribbon cutting

Read full article: Fight for neonatal care at LewisGale ends after 13 years with NICU ribbon cutting

LewisGale held a ribbon cutting for their new NICU Tuesday, which has been 13 years in the making.

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Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Nurses encourage low-dosage cancer screenings

Read full article: Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Nurses encourage low-dosage cancer screenings

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and LewisGale leaders are spreading awareness about getting low-dosage cancer screenings that can help patients learn if they have lung cancer.

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‘Crush the Crisis’ helps with national opioid crisis

Read full article: ‘Crush the Crisis’ helps with national opioid crisis

LewisGale Hospital participated in the National Drug Take Back event on Saturday.

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National Mammography Day encourages early detection and prevention

Read full article: National Mammography Day encourages early detection and prevention

National Mammography Day falls on October 20 this year.

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LewisGale honors parents suffering with pregnancy or infant loss

Read full article: LewisGale honors parents suffering with pregnancy or infant loss

LewisGale held Global Wave of Light Sunday, honoring parents who have suffered with pregnancy or infant loss.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Doctors push for early detection

Read full article: Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Doctors push for early detection

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.

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Carilion Clinic, LewisGale go head-to-head in charity softball game

Read full article: Carilion Clinic, LewisGale go head-to-head in charity softball game

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.

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LewisGale Medical Center continues work on new NICU center

Read full article: LewisGale Medical Center continues work on new NICU center

The finish line is in sight for LewisGale Medical Center's NICU.

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LewisGale Behavioral Health Hospital coming to Botetourt County

Read full article: LewisGale Behavioral Health Hospital coming to Botetourt County

LewisGale’s Behavioral Health Hospital is making the move from Salem to Botetourt County.

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Galen College of Nursing opens Roanoke campus

Read full article: Galen College of Nursing opens Roanoke campus

Galen College of Nursing now has a new campus in Roanoke.

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Botetourt County holds public hearing on LewisGale Behavioral Health Hospital proposal

Read full article: Botetourt County holds public hearing on LewisGale Behavioral Health Hospital proposal

One of the region’s biggest healthcare systems plans to move its Behavioral Health Hospital from Salem to Botetourt County.

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LewisGale emergency doctor warns against exposure to poor air quality

Read full article: LewisGale emergency doctor warns against exposure to poor air quality

A LewisGale emergency doctor warns against exposure to poor air quality.

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‘Stroke knows no age:’ 26-year-old LewisGale nurse suffers stroke on job

Read full article: ‘Stroke knows no age:’ 26-year-old LewisGale nurse suffers stroke on job

LewisGale ICU nurse, Katie Hougasian started to feel off at work when her coworkers quickly realized she was having a stroke.

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LewisGale unveils new VR physical therapy treadmill

Read full article: LewisGale unveils new VR physical therapy treadmill

New healthcare technology in the Roanoke Valley was unveiled on Tuesday. LewisGale Medical Center now houses a virtual reality treadmill.

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LewisGale Hospital Montgomery completes $15.9M expansion

Read full article: LewisGale Hospital Montgomery completes $15.9M expansion

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery held a ribbon cutting Tuesday for their $15.9 million surgical expansion.

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LewisGale doctor weighs in on Adderall shortage

Read full article: LewisGale doctor weighs in on Adderall shortage

An Adderall shortage is affecting some who live with Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), both locally and nationwide.

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January recognized as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Read full article: January recognized as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Doctors use the month to talk about the importance of getting a pap smear and getting vaccinate against HPV.

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New nursing school to open in Roanoke, partnering with LewisGale Medical Center

Read full article: New nursing school to open in Roanoke, partnering with LewisGale Medical Center

The new campus is aimed at educating more nurses in Southwest Virginia to help address the nursing shortage.

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LewisGale hosts ‘Crush the Crisis’ for National Drug Take Back Day

Read full article: LewisGale hosts ‘Crush the Crisis’ for National Drug Take Back Day

LewisGale Medical Center is one of the many places accepting unwanted and expired prescription drugs this Saturday.

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LewisGale breaks ground on new neonatal care unit

Read full article: LewisGale breaks ground on new neonatal care unit

LewisGale broke ground on their new NICU after 12 years of petitioning state legislators.

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‘You really think it could never happen to you’: Local advocate pushes for early breast cancer screenings

Read full article: ‘You really think it could never happen to you’: Local advocate pushes for early breast cancer screenings

One breast cancer survivor in the Alleghany Highlands is sharing her story and stressing the importance of early life-changing screenings.

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Juvenile dead after Northwest Roanoke shooting

Read full article: Juvenile dead after Northwest Roanoke shooting

A boy is dead after a shooting in Northwest Roanoke Saturday, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

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LewisGale addressing nursing shortage in Southwest Virginia

Read full article: LewisGale addressing nursing shortage in Southwest Virginia

On a patient’s worst day, nurses like Helena Tilley are right by their side.

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Crocheting for a cause: 96-year-old woman makes baby blankets, hats for local hospital

Read full article: Crocheting for a cause: 96-year-old woman makes baby blankets, hats for local hospital

Stitch by stitch, Munsey spent the past year crocheting about 100 baby blankets and hats for LewisGale Medical Center’s new NICU, which is set to open in 2023.

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New executives breaking barriers at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery

Read full article: New executives breaking barriers at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery

Lots of changes are coming to LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, and for the first time ever, three women are leading the hospital.

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LewisGale’s Blue Hills ER opens its doors, offers more access to healthcare

Read full article: LewisGale’s Blue Hills ER opens its doors, offers more access to healthcare

On Tuesday, LewisGale Medical Center’s Blue Hills Emergency Room will open on Route 460.

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LewisGale Medical Center hosts hiring event, looking to fill variety of positions

Read full article: LewisGale Medical Center hosts hiring event, looking to fill variety of positions

LewisGale Medical Center is looking to grow its team.

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Roanoke Valley hospitals not impacted by baby formula shortage

Read full article: Roanoke Valley hospitals not impacted by baby formula shortage

As the nationwide baby formula shortage drags on, lactation consultant Katherine Havener said more moms are seeking her help.

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National shortage of contrast dye could impact Virginia hospitals, postpone certain procedures

Read full article: National shortage of contrast dye could impact Virginia hospitals, postpone certain procedures

Due to a COVID-19 lockdown in Shanghai, China, where it’s mainly produced, it may impact the U.S.

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Meet Teddy: LewisGale Hospital Pulaski’s first-ever certified therapy dog

Read full article: Meet Teddy: LewisGale Hospital Pulaski’s first-ever certified therapy dog

The two-and-a-half-year-old labradoodle, Teddy is the hospital's first-ever certified therapy dog.

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LewisGale Regional Health System names new president, CEO

Read full article: LewisGale Regional Health System names new president, CEO

HCA Virginia has named Alan Fabian to lead the LewisGale Regional Health System as market president and LewisGale Medical Center’s chief executive officer.

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LewisGale looking for donors for its Christiansburg blood drive on Friday

Read full article: LewisGale looking for donors for its Christiansburg blood drive on Friday

Leaders with LewisGale Hospital need your help to save lives as part of the American Red Cross Blood Drive.

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LewisGale Medical Center reports zero COVID-19 hospitalizations for first time in two years

Read full article: LewisGale Medical Center reports zero COVID-19 hospitalizations for first time in two years

Thursday marked a major milestone in the fight against COVID-19.

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86-year-old dies in Giles County crash

Read full article: 86-year-old dies in Giles County crash

An 86-year-old man is dead after a crash in Giles County, according to Virginia State Police.

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‘Get a colonoscopy’: LewisGale doctor emphasizes the importance of colon cancer screenings

Read full article: ‘Get a colonoscopy’: LewisGale doctor emphasizes the importance of colon cancer screenings

Colon cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths, according to the CDC.

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LewisGale Hospital Montgomery breaks ground on $15.9 million expansion of surgery department

Read full article: LewisGale Hospital Montgomery breaks ground on $15.9 million expansion of surgery department

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery is celebrating its bright future as it broke ground on a $15.9 million expansion of its surgery department.

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How to keep your child safe after the Abbott baby formula recall

Read full article: How to keep your child safe after the Abbott baby formula recall

There’s a massive recall impacting three popular formula brands after a number of infants became sick.

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How a mother’s matchmaking skills turned into a loving marriage for this LewisGale couple

Read full article: How a mother’s matchmaking skills turned into a loving marriage for this LewisGale couple

In honor of Valentine's Day, we're sharing the love story of a couple who met as coworkers at LewisGale.

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LewisGale doctor shares experience working with Team USA Olympians before Beijing

Read full article: LewisGale doctor shares experience working with Team USA Olympians before Beijing

Dr. Stephen O'Neil is currently an orthopedic surgeon at LewisGale. Before arriving in Southwest Virginia, he completed his residency in New Mexico where he worked with USA's ski and snowboard team.

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LewisGale Hospital Pulaski launches program to combat substance abuse

Read full article: LewisGale Hospital Pulaski launches program to combat substance abuse

The program runs from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

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10 News Exclusive: Get an inside look at the new Blue Hills Emergency Room in Roanoke County

Read full article: 10 News Exclusive: Get an inside look at the new Blue Hills Emergency Room in Roanoke County

LewisGale's freestanding emergency room in Roanoke County is just months away from being complete.10 News got an exclusive look inside to check out the facility’s progress.

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LewisGale Medical Center breaks record for babies birthed in 2021

Read full article: LewisGale Medical Center breaks record for babies birthed in 2021

For the first time in 26 years, LewisGale Medical Center broke the record for the number of babies delivered at the hospital in a single year.

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Southwest Virginia schools prepare for students to return amid holiday COVID-19 surge

Read full article: Southwest Virginia schools prepare for students to return amid holiday COVID-19 surge

As COVID-19 cases surge after the holidays, parents, health officials and school leaders all have children’s safety at the top of their minds.

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Support local healthcare workers by keeping holiday lights up through January

Read full article: Support local healthcare workers by keeping holiday lights up through January

This year, LewisGale Health Systems is asking people to keep their holiday lights up longer than usual. It’s part of the health system’s parent company’s HCA VA statewide campaign, keep your lights up.

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LewisGale excited to open NICU after seeing record number of births in 2021

Read full article: LewisGale excited to open NICU after seeing record number of births in 2021

LewisGale’s tiniest patients will now have another level of care.

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LewisGale Medical Center to open NICU after years of seeking state approval

Read full article: LewisGale Medical Center to open NICU after years of seeking state approval

After a 12-year-long push, LewisGale is finally getting a NICU.

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‘It’s coming, it’s only a matter of time’: Hospitals prepare for potential increase in COVID-19 cases

Read full article: ‘It’s coming, it’s only a matter of time’: Hospitals prepare for potential increase in COVID-19 cases

Local hospitals are preparing to face a potential rise in COVID-19 cases.

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LewisGale introduces robot that detects early signs of lung cancer

Read full article: LewisGale introduces robot that detects early signs of lung cancer

November is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and LewisGale Hospital is showing off a new robot capable of detecting it earlier than ever.

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LewisGale mandating COVID-19 vaccines for all hospital employees

Read full article: LewisGale mandating COVID-19 vaccines for all hospital employees

LewisGale is now the latest to get in line with a vaccine mandate.

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Beloved LewisGale doctor dies suddenly after serving as an OB/GYN for 16 years

Read full article: Beloved LewisGale doctor dies suddenly after serving as an OB/GYN for 16 years

LewisGale Dr. Kevin Walsh has died suddenly.

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LewisGale hosts Drug Take Back Day event

Read full article: LewisGale hosts Drug Take Back Day event

It’s time to start collecting unused prescription drugs you have at home because this weekend is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

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LewisGale marking Emergency Nurses Week with celebrations

Read full article: LewisGale marking Emergency Nurses Week with celebrations

This week is dedicated to health care workers on the frontlines.

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LewisGale first in Virginia to use new technology that helps detect lung cancer earlier

Read full article: LewisGale first in Virginia to use new technology that helps detect lung cancer earlier

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem is the first hospital in Virginia to use new artificial intelligence to help diagnose and treat lung cancer.

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LewisGale breaks ground on new freestanding emergency room in underserved area Roanoke County

Read full article: LewisGale breaks ground on new freestanding emergency room in underserved area Roanoke County

Expanded emergency care is coming to the Roanoke Valley.

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LewisGale ramps up cancer treatment center with new partnership

Read full article: LewisGale ramps up cancer treatment center with new partnership

LewisGale is making a big move for cancer treatment in Pulaski and Salem.

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Local doctor gives tips on how to avoid acne, breathing difficulties caused by masks

Read full article: Local doctor gives tips on how to avoid acne, breathing difficulties caused by masks

BLACKSBURG, Va. – We’ve been wearing masks for nearly a year. Bowman said even though masks cover the majority of the face, people still want to put their best face forward. Another common complaint about wearing masks Dr. There are also nasal dilators, breathe right strips and nasal sprays you can get online or over the counter to help open your nostrils. Bowman recommended nasal sprays like Flonase, Nasacort, Nasonex, antihistamines Claritin, Zyrtec and Allegra.

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Colon cancer: Who is at risk and why?

Read full article: Colon cancer: Who is at risk and why?

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, also known as colon cancer or rectal cancer depending on where it starts. According to Dr. Brian Van Der Linden, a gastroenterologist at LewisGale Physicians, colon cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths in men and women in the U.S. Take a look at this list of risk factors:Risk factors for colon cancer (Copyright 2021 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.) Hollywood actor Chadwick Boseman died at 43 of colon cancer in 2020. “They’re having a diagnosis of colon cancer at a later stage and they’re dying from colon cancer at a higher rate because of that and so it’s very important for us to make sure all people are getting screened,” Van Der Linden said.

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Salvation Army of Roanoke, LewisGale hosts free health fair

Read full article: Salvation Army of Roanoke, LewisGale hosts free health fair

ROANOKE, Va. – The Salvation Army of Roanoke and LewisGale Family and Community Medicine residency program have a new partnership and their first project is a free community health fair. The fair is Saturday, Feb. 27 noon to 2 p.m. in the Salvation Army’s gym located at 724 Dale Avenue SE. Once inside, there will be a variety of socially distanced stations with residents from LewisGale psychiatric, family medicine and internal medicine departments. During a time where stress and anxiety are at an all-time high, Price-Clarke felt it was critical the event included mental health too. We want to make sure that they’re given the proper information to take care of their physical and mental health and mental health right now is something we really do need to focus on,” said Price-Clarke.

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LewisGale Medical Center concerned over drop in ER patients during the pandemic

Read full article: LewisGale Medical Center concerned over drop in ER patients during the pandemic

In most circumstances, a slow emergency room would be considered a good thing — but LewisGale Medical Center’s director of emergency services is concerned. Michael Henson, emergency services director at LewisGale Medical Center, said that when comparing the daily number of patients going to the ER before the pandemic to now, the hospital has seen a 30% drop. COVID -19 patients are separated from the rest of the patients, screenings are done at entrances, staff members wear masks and face shields and patients are only allowed one visitor. Henson did mention more people were going to the LewisGale free-standing emergency room near Tanglewood than the hospital in Salem. LewisGale Medical Center isn’t the only local hospital that saw a decline.

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Henrietta Lacks: How a Roanoke-native coined ‘mother of modern medicine’

Read full article: Henrietta Lacks: How a Roanoke-native coined ‘mother of modern medicine’

“It started a whole new phase in medicine which was investigative; able to create vaccines, able to address cancer, able to study cancer. They used her cells in different areas, even in space, even in the atomic bomb to see the effect of the cells,” Quiroz said. The Lacks family found out nearly 25 years later. Dr. Quiroz says the industry has learned from it and that Lark’s title of “Mother of Modern Medicine” is not just because of her cells. AdSome, like Dr. Reed, believe not enough is being done to address the unjust done to Lacks and her family.

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Coronavirus vaccines arrive at hospitals across Southwest, Central Virginia

Read full article: Coronavirus vaccines arrive at hospitals across Southwest, Central Virginia

ROANOKE, Va. – The coronavirus vaccine has officially made it to some hospitals in Southwest Virginia. Nearly 3,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine are now stored in ultra-cold freezers at Lynchburg General Hospital, ready to be administered. The first shots are expected to start Wednesday at Centra, Carilion and LewisGale, prioritizing health care workers in closest contact with COVID-19 patients. It’s a decent start,” Lewis said. The health department said that by the end of the month, Virginia should have enough doses to reach all health care workers and long-term care facility residents who make up the first priority group.

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Local health experts discuss vaccine distribution, latest COVID-19 numbers

Read full article: Local health experts discuss vaccine distribution, latest COVID-19 numbers

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Health officials in the Southwest Region, including Carilion, Centra, LewisGale, and Sovah, report 280 patients are hospitalized with the coronavirus, 61 are in the ICU and 30 are on ventilators. At Centra Health, officials are unsure when they’ll get the vaccine or how. “They do likely have some amount of immunity to it, unclear of how much and for how long. We still don’t still know is that enough immunity to protect them for a good enough while that we’d say, ‘well, let’s not vaccine,” said Dr. Christopher Lewis of Centra Health. Centra officials say they’re not going to mandate it for caregivers but strongly encourage it.

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Health officials prepare for coronavirus vaccine’s arrival in the New River Valley

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY Va – Health officials in the New River Valley are gearing up for COVID-19 vaccine distribution. New River Health Director Dr. Noelle Bissell said that while they still don’t know when they will get their first shipment of the vaccine, it will likely be a limited amount. Ralph Northam lays out state’s three-phased coronavirus vaccine distribution plan]She also said that both major health systems in the New River Valley have the proper equipment to store it once it is available. They have vaccine plans in place to be able to inoculate their staff and they have done their own prioritization,” explained Bissell. Bissell also wants to warn the community that once the COVID-19 vaccine is taken, there will likely be side effects.

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Lewis Gale OR staff receive Food for Frontline donations on National Nurse Appreciation Day

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SALEM, Va. – Wednesday marked the eighth Food for Frontline delivery and appropriately it went to the OR staff at Lewis Gale Medical Center. Wednesday is National Nurse Appreciation Day and they’re grateful to get food while one local business is thankful to make it. This order from the Food for Frontline initiative is going a long way for this small business. The complimentary meal is showing up at the perfect time - on a national day thanking our nurses. They are the heart of our institutions, the heart of Lewis Gale in what we do every day and for our patients and community here,” Lee said.

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LewisGale Hospital Alleghany temporarily suspending ICU services

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ALLEGHANY COUTNY, Va. – LewisGale Hospital Alleghany is temporarily suspending its ICU services amid the COVID-19 outbreak. In an email that LewisGale shared with its community partners in the Alleghany Highlands on Friday, hospital leaders cite “consolidation and conservation of resources” as a strategy they’re using to combat the health care crisis. The move allows LewisGale to shift employees and personal protective equipment (PPE) to other facilities, according to the letter. All other services at LewisGale Hospital Alleghany will stay open. Hospital leaders did not say when the ICU will reopen.

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LewisGale cutting hours, giving some employees 70% pay in response to the coronavirus

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SALEM, Va. – LewisGale is making a major change as its ecosystem is drastically changing due to the coronavirus. Because of restrictions related to the coronavirus, hospitals across the country are seeing a decrease in surgeries and outpatient volume. In response to that, HCA Healthcare, LewisGale’s parent company, has announced a new pandemic pay continuation policy. LewisGale will attempt to redeploy staff with reduced hours who work in clinical positions or support areas so they can keep working. This will effect all LewisGale Regional Heath System facilities, which include: LewisGale Hospital Alleghany, LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, LewisGale Hospital Pulaski and LewisGale Medical Center.

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