Plus: Ballad Health expands orthopedic services and the Appalachian College of Pharmacy names a new rural health leader.
Emily Schabacker
Emily Schabacker is healthcare reporter for Cardinal News. She can be reached at emily@cardinalnews.org or 406-690-0456.
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State to reorganize nursing scholarship programs after more than $10 million in funding was left unused
The scholarship programs were created to bolster the state’s healthcare workforce, particularly in rural areas where staffing shortages have been most severe.
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The Pulse: Virginia Tech researchers ID protein linked to heart recovery
Plus: A Carilion partnership brings a new AI tool, and Virginia is in the top 20 for child well-being.
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Measles outbreak in Buckingham County continues to grow
Since April, there have been 55 confirmed cases of measles in the area. Statewide, Virginia has reported 77 measles cases this year.
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Researchers from around the world gather in Roanoke for exercise science conference
Leaders said hosting the conference in Southwest Virginia reflects the region’s growing presence in scientific research.
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The Pulse: Carilion announces plan for new rehab hospital
Plus: New laws strengthen addiction recovery services, state launches maternal mental health awareness campaign
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The Pulse: UVa researchers make new discoveries into why cancer relapses
Plus: Plans for a home-away-from-home for patients and caregivers in Roanoke, Virginia smoking rates tick upward.
Posted inPolitics
Governor vetoes legislation to create prescription drug board
This was the fifth attempt by the General Assembly to create such a board, which was intended to review the pricing of high-cost prescription drugs and, in some cases, set upper payment limits.
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Healthcare providers say AI helps them focus on patients. But it also raises questions about privacy, security and the role of humans in medicine
Four out of five doctors report using artificial intelligence in the workplace for tasks such as note-taking, communicating with patients and conducting research.
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12 cases of measles confirmed in Buckingham County, health officials say
None of the people infected with the virus reported recent travel, suggesting the infection spread locally.
