Posts in 2018

2018 was another year of growth and innovation for Mary Washington Healthcare. We are always proud to partner with both national and local agencies to improve the health of the people in our community. Here are 10 of the ways we impacted ...

Mediterranean. Paleo. Keto. DASH. South Beach. Atkins. Zone. Vegan. Raw Foods. So many diets! All promise to help you lose weight, lower your blood pressure, protect against disease or reduce your environmental footprint. Not sure which ...

Have you ever gone on a diet? If you have, you're not alone! You and 45 million of your closest friends go on a diet each year. Americans spend about $33 billion on weight loss products, yet two-thirds of adults are still overweight or ...

Carving out time for yourself is an integral part of living a healthy, whole and balanced life. Why it matters Making time for yourself allows you to: Recharge your batteries and counteract the stress and intensity of life Reflect and ...

Wondering which health screening tests and exams are right for you? Good for you! You’re taking a big-picture, proactive approach to your health. Screening tests are medical tests that look for signs of health problems before symptoms ...

When someone you love has Alzheimer’s disease, it can be confusing, frustrating, and overwhelming, not only for the patient, but also for the entire family. The more information you have about the signs and symptoms of ...

People often seek help for the immense sorrow that starts surfacing right around the holiday season. Music, parties, and festive decorations that are meant to bring joy, serve as painful reminders of loss or stress. If you're wondering ...

Fredericksburg, Va. – (November 28, 2018) – The Imaging Center for Women and Medical Imaging of Fredericksburg at Lee’s Hill and at North Stafford have all been named recipients of the 2018 Guardian of Excellence Award for ...

What is a Cancer Nurse Navigator? The MWHC Cancer Nurse Navigator team understands the many aspects of your life that can be affected by a cancer diagnosis, and are here to help you and your family get connected with appropriate services ...

Diabetes is a national health crisis that affects over 30 million people in the United States. But over 7 million people are unaware that they have diabetes. That’s why knowing how to prevent and manage this chronic disease is so ...