The new center aims to ease emergency department strain, but research on hybrid care models remains limited.
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The Pulse: New autism therapy clinic, biotech hub and longtime Southwest hospital worker honored
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10 Virginia hospitals listed as ‘at risk,’ but what does that really mean?
Analyses tied to Medicaid policy changes highlight hospitals’ financial strain, but experts warn it does not mean they will close.
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The Pulse: Carilion, Roanoke County schools expand workforce pipeline; cancer research advances; new grant supports proton therapy
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Researchers study long-term health effects of Hurricane Helene across central Appalachia
Research has found that life expectancies can decline for more than a decade in communities hit by severe flooding. A new study seeks to explore why that happens.
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The Pulse: Community resources and dental care expand; researchers raise safety concerns related to unregulated kratom
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The Pulse: More Virginians opt for Bronze health plan as Marketplace premiums increase; health care training and research expand in Southwest Virginia
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AI tool built by UVA Wise student aims to help connect patients with health care
Peter Gaublomme built Wise Care to guide residents to doctors, answer questions about health insurance and navigate local health care services.
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The Pulse: Virginia Tech researcher develops experimental vaccine to combat opioid addiction; health career opportunities expand in Roanoke
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Budget bill could cap Medicaid payments for adult dental services
Dentists warn that a $2,000 annual limit would halt treatment plans and worsen access to care in a region already short on providers.