Check your skin...If you can spot it, you can stop it. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. The three main types, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma, are mainly caused by UV ...

Testicular Cancer: Speak up and Speak out Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men ages 15 to 34 with over 8,700 men expected to be diagnosed in 2017. Risk factors for testicular cancer include having had an undescended testicle ...

Fredericksburg, Va. (March 23, 2017) - Dominion Raceway & Entertainment and Mary Washington Healthcare have announced a multi-year partnership in which Mary Washington Healthcare is the official Medical Partner of Dominion Raceway, a ...

Fredericksburg, Va. (April 3, 2017) – Mary Washington Healthcare’s Fredericksburg Ambulatory Surgery Center (FASC) has achieved accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Accreditation ...

What are Head and Neck Cancers? Head and neck cancer is a general term used to describe a number of different malignant tumors that develop in or around the lips, mouth, salivary glands, throat, larynx, nose, and sinuses. What causes Head ...

Colorectal cancer affects both men and women equally – 140,000 people are diagnosed with the disease every year. But colorectal cancer is preventable, and can be successfully treated and is often curable when detected early. Know your ...

Fredericksburg, Va. – (February 22, 2017) – The National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs announced today that Kids’ Station Learning Center, located on the Mary Washington Hospital campus, ...

Fredericksburg, VA (2/13/2017) – The Wound Healing Center at Mary Washington Healthcare and located at 14010 Smoketown Rd., Suite 103 in Woodbridge, Virginia, has been recognized with a national award for clinical excellence. Leaders, ...

February is National Cancer Prevention Awareness Month. However, just being aware is not enough, we need to TAKE ACTION! While there is no certain way to prevent cancer, there are certain risk factors that increase the likelihood. You can ...

Do you remember the feeling you had when a teacher or professor announced a pop quiz in school? That sudden jolt of fear that caused your heart to flutter was probably experienced by everyone in the room. While these sudden jolts of anxiety ...

Each year over 600,000 people die of heart disease in America. That’s about one in every four deaths. Risk factors include being a smoker or overweight, family history, or leading a sedentary lifestyle. Luckily, small changes can make ...

HPV Vaccine Offers Protection Against Certain Cancers Every year, 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with cancer caused by human papillomavirus, or “HPV” for short. Many of these cancers can be prevented through vaccination. ...

Mary Washington Medical Group Welcomes New Primary Care Practice Fredericksburg, Va. – (December 29, 2016) – Mary Washington Healthcare is pleased to welcome a new practice to the Mary Washington Medical Group family. On January ...

Lung cancer survival has improved over the last few decades thanks to advances in cancer treatment options. There is opportunity to continue this trajectory through better screening and detection that can find lung cancer before you have ...

Fredericksburg, Va. - (November 10, 2016) - Americans across the country celebrate Veterans Day on November 11th, a special day to salute the men and women who have bravely served our country in the military. Mary Washington Hospice is ...

Fredericksburg, Va. – (October 19, 2016) – In its survey of statistics reported for first quarter 2016, the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association found that Mary Washington Hospital achieved the lowest readmission rate ...

Testicular cancer affects the tissues in one or both testicles and is the most common cancer in men between the ages of 15 and 35. Despite this, it’s relatively rare—about 1 in 263 males will develop testicular cancer during his ...

She was waiting in the exam room after going through the check-in process, quietly afraid she had cancer. Not having insurance, she had put off coming to the Moss Clinic for a long time, too long she feared. While her interview and ...

All pregnant women want to be assured that their fetus has no major birth defects or chromosomal abnormalities, especially those who have had children with birth defects or pregnant women over a certain age (35+). Recent advances in ...

Its officially Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and by this time, nearly everything around you is draped in pink; pink ribbons, pink flowers, pink bracelets, bumper stickers, stamps, headbands, etc. But, while Breast Cancer is a horrible ...

I have been treating patients with breast problems for over a decade, and have treated more than one thousand patients with breast cancer, as well as thousands more with benign breast health concerns. Women, and sometimes men, present with ...

‘Tis the season of indulgences, a time when we help ourselves to an extra serving of our favorite dish and wear out our credit cards on gifts for the ones we love. The holidays are our favorite time of year—so why are we so ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are those you buy without a prescription from your doctor. These medications can help you feel better by treating or preventing health problems, including constipation, cold and flu, and nausea. As with any ...

A super food is a food source packed with higher nutrients per calorie as compared to other foods. While they may not be your typical superheroes in capes and tights, super foods do possess special powers. They power our brains, fight ...

Be sure to bundle up! Training in inclement weather can be a challenge. It’s really hard to get motivated to get off the couch when there is snow and sleet covering your sidewalk. What should you do? Cross training indoors is always ...

Is it that twinkle his eye that makes your heart skip a beat? Or could you have Atrial Fibrillation? What Is Atrial Fibrillation? Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is an irregular and often rapid heart rate that commonly causes poor blood flow to ...

There’s an old myth that says as people get older they aren't interested in intimacy. It’s time to set the record straight! Intimacy has no age limit! Relationships are a balancing act of two people sharing their lives, ...

This is the season for listing items on your wish list. Many couples are hoping that “baby” will be on that gift list for the upcoming New Year. More so, in our society, many couples want to know as soon as possible before ...

"Home care" is a term that encompasses a wide range of health and social services delivered at home if you or a loved one need medical, nursing, social services resources, or help with daily living activities. The need for home ...

Congratulations to Mary Washington Hospital for receiving the “Get With The Guidelines” Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. Mary Washington Hospital received the award for implementing specific quality improvement ...

Available to MWHC Associates beginning 8/1 Associates may get 90-day refills on formulary maintenance meds for the same co-pay as mail order if certain conditions are met. Questions? Consult your physician or the MAP pharmacist. (90-day ...

There’s never been a better time to refer your friends to MWHC, because you could earn up to $5,000. Tag your friends now and start earning your rewards. Questions? Click here for more details.

Do you need a prescription to exercise? Patients who have had cardiac issues or a known cardiac disease are often prescribed exercise by their doctors. Known as cardiac rehabilitation, this monitored, medical exercise improves a ...

In 1994, with much support from community members and government organizations, Mary Washington Hospital received permission from the Northwerstern Virginia Health Services Agency to bring open heart surgery to Fredericksburg. This November ...

One day in 2013, Donna began to feel strange. Her back and arms hurt, and she was having shortness of breath. Donna’s granddaughter, Camryn, immediately recognized the symptoms as those of a heart attack. Heart attacks are one of the ...

Are you fond of cherries or strawberries? How do you feel about tomatoes? Hopefully, you’re a fan! We’ve compiled a list of some of the reddest, healthiest foods for your heart! Red Wine: Okay, so, technically, it’s not a ...

For the past 11 years, The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has hosted the annual fashion show to promote awareness of women’s heart health. In 2013, Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin spoke to ABC News about the severity of ...

According to the website Pigments Through the Ages, red was one of the first colors that human beings were able to perceive. Studies show that people with temporary color blindness begin to see the color red again before any other shade. ...

To inspire you during this Wear Red Day, here are some shots of MWHC associates donning the striking shade as well as a video on how to live healthily and prevent heart disease from MWHC cardiologist, Dr. Robert Vranian! Thanks for taking ...

MWH Hybrid Operating Room Scheduled to be Completed Fall 2016 Mary Washington Hospital has offe red cardiac surgery for more than 20 years. In 2016, we’re adding the latest technology in advanced cardiac care for patients in the ...

Welcome to the Neuroscience Center of Excellence's first blog. This month, we are sharing the inspiring story of Bert and Colleen in order to initiate a community conversation about healthcare and neuroscience in the Fredericksburg ...

A good night’s sleep had eluded Mindy for years—until she found answers and relief at the Mary Washington Healthcare Sleep and Wake Disorders Center. Sleepwalking was Mindy’s most dramatic sleep disruption. She would get ...

Stress response has become a complicated link of mind, body, spirit and emotions. The responses originally designed to help us survive threats, today can put you at risk for health problems and disease. But it doesn't have to be that ...

Mary Washington Healthcare gathers quality data from independent agencies and public websites to see how we measure up. We find that our hospitals measure up quite well, often achieving performance among the top 10% of hospitals nationally. ...

HPV, also known as the human papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted infection. HPV is passed on through direct skin-to-skin contact during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. There are more than 40 types of HPV that can infect both ...

As a patient at Mary Washington Hospital or at Stafford hospital, you may receive care under three different options: inpatient, outpatient, or observation. Inpatients are kept in the hospital for care, testing, and monitoring when they are ...

New screening guidelines from the American Cancer Society have left many women confused about when they should get a mammogram. The Mary Washington Regional Cancer Center does not agree with some of the new guidelines, including the age at ...

Even with the layers of clothing worn when it’s cold outside, the head, face and neck (where most skin cancers occur) are often left exposed to the harmful effects of UV (ultraviolet) rays during the winter. One in five Americans will ...

So – what’s the deal with processed meat? That’s a common question I get from patients, friends, and coworkers who heard the newest processed meat news. Recently, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International ...

The MWHC Regional Cancer Center offers acupuncture as a holistic integrative therapy that treats mind, body, and spirit. To complement the care of its patients, the Regional Cancer Center has credentialed local, acupuncture practitioners ...

Glaucoma, a condition of increased pressure within the eye, typically occurs in people over age 60 when fluid builds up in the front part of the eye. The extra fluid increases the intraocular pressure which can lead to optic nerve damage ...

Over 5,000 of our family and friends in the Fredericksburg region will be diagnosed with cancer this year1. Sometimes we don’t like to hear about cancer statistics, but it is important to understand cancer’s impact in our ...

Did you know 50% of people over the age of 60 will develop cataracts? A Cataract is a progressive clouding of the eye’s natural lens. Symptoms of Cataracts include decreased vision, double vision, as well as increased glare causing ...

Darkness to Light I come from a dark, cramped place I was small and cold I began to push upward through what was trapping me I was afraid I was weary I was alone I grew tired of pushing, but in the silence I heard something calling me It ...

The Community Give is Tuesday, May 5. This is the Community Foundation’s 24-hour online giving campaign to benefit local non-profit groups. Mary Washington Healthcare asks that you give to Hospice Support Care. During this two-day ...

LASIK is the most popular method of laser vision correction. First performed in 1991, the procedure has evolved dramatically. At Mary Washington Eye Care Center, we perform an ALL laser LASIK procedure to treat nearsightedness, ...

Approximately 140,000 Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer per year. It is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. What is amazing is that approximately 60% of these deaths could be avoided. Colorectal ...

We know that sleep is essential for the wellbeing of children and teens. Sleep serves a restorative function for the muscular, skeletal, immune and nervous system. Sleep deprivation, on the other hand, has a deleterious effect on the health ...

One of the most common recommendations by doctors for injury prevention and recovery is hot or cold therapy. Also known as cryotherapy, applying ice immediately after an injury or physical trauma constricts blood flow and slows bleeding and ...

Yes, there is! And BOTOX is the answer! For decades, BOTOX® therapy has been used to help correct the muscle problems that cause blepharospasm. Blepharospasm is a muscle disorder that causes involuntary spasms of the muscles around your ...

A few weeks ago, I attended my regular Weight Watchers meeting and a woman commented that she had just gotten a new pair of prescription glasses. At that point, she had lost over 10% of her starting weight and she was feeling great (and ...

How can you help a child who is grieving the loss of someone they love? Death is more than the loss of the loved one’s physical presence. There are secondary losses a child experiences: Change or loss in sense of self: A child’s ...

We all know that taking a fall can hurt and injuries can range from bumps and bruises to broken bones. But did you know that certain groups of people may be more susceptible to a fall resulting in an injury? Anyone within the first 24 hours ...

I have always struggled with diets. I failed miserably at Weight Watchers; Atkins, well that just didn’t suit me; forget the South Beach diet. I have a Pinterest board labeled “Food is My Favorite.” So when my doctor told ...

The dog days of summer are upon us - it’s hard to believe August is already here! As your family squeezes in a few more trips to the beach before school starts, make sure you play it safe in the sun. Lindsey Williams, PA-C, from ...

Do you: Sit or stand for long periods of time? Exercise regularly? Experience swelling in your legs? If you answered yes to any of these questions, compression stockings can help energize and invigorate your legs. Compression stockings work ...

What is lymphedema? How does it relate to cancer? How can rehabilitation therapy help? An estimated 10.5 million Americans have, or have had, cancer. Any cancer survivor who has undergone treatment, including surgery or radiation therapy, ...

1. A-Fib is the most common type of arrhythmia, a problem with rate or rhythm of the heartbeat. In fact, more than 3 million people in the United States are diagnosed with A-Fib. 2. Having A-Fib means you are 5 times more likely to suffer a ...

Mary Washington Healthcare announced on August 19 at a ceremony in the atrium of Mary Washington Hospital that the nursing staff had earned redesignation in the Magnet Recognition Program developed by the American Nurses Credentialing ...

The Marine Corp Historic Half and the Semper Five Marathons are on May 15th. Mary Washington Healthcare is looking for volunteers to help at Water Point 6 at the Historic Half. To sign up for Water Point 6, please click on the link below, ...

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has designated Mary Washington Hospital as a Blue Distinction® Center+ in the areas of Cardiac Care and Knee & Hip Replacements. Blue Distinction Centers are nationally designated healthcare facilities ...