Community Resources

May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and it's the perfect time to educate yourself about stroke so you are prepared if you or a loved one exhibits symptoms. Myth 1: Stroke cannot be prevented. False: up to 80 percent of strokes are ...

In May alone, some 65,000 Americans will experience a stroke with many unaware that they were even at risk. Less than a third will arrive in the emergency room within three hours, the optimal time period for better outcomes. May marks ...

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 ...

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 ...

During an emergency, a good family communication plan can help ease the stress and worry that often accompany natural disasters. The following resources may be helpful as you build your own family communication plan. Even young children can ...

Have you thought about the type of care and medical treatment you might want should you ever become unable to make decisions or speak for yourself? It’s hard for most of us to imagine this scenario, especially when we are young and ...

We’ve all been on the fence wondering if we should call the doctor or not. Many common accidents and illnesses may not require a visit to the doctor or hospital. However, if you experience unusual symptoms that come on suddenly, last ...

What is The Conversation Project? The Conversation Project is a movement to help remind people, regardless of age or current health, of the importance of having end of life conversations with friends and loved ones before end of life. It is ...

April 10, 2018 Mary Washington Healthcare, Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, and Rappahannock United Way bringing Dr. Allison Sampson Jackson to Fredericksburg on April 18, 2018. Fredericksburg, Virginia – Local ...

Some cold weather safety tips from Mary Washington Healthcare's Director of Safety and Preparedness, Andy Holden: Personal protection Know the weather forecast so you can dress correctly for wind, cold or snow and ice. Add layers for ...