Carilion Clinic News

Carilion Clinic Richmond.com / Apr 10, 2021

To mark the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, President Joe Biden delivered a prime-time address to the nation on March 11. Biden mourned the loss of more than 527,000 Americans, including nearly 10,000 of our neighbors in the commonwealth. He also credited the people who heroically keep fighting on the front lines against the coronavirus.

Carilion Clinic Roanoke Times / Apr 9, 2021

Hospital admissions for COVID-19 have been ticking upward this week in the Roanoke Valley and in Virginia, as more younger people fill the beds that were once taken by older folks. Dr. Paul Skolnik, chair of medicine at Carilion Clinic, said admissions for people 61 and older went down in March, but rose for those 60 and younger.

Carilion Clinic WFXRtv.com / Apr 8, 2021

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) - Phase 2 of COVID-19 vaccination efforts are officially underway at the Berglund Center. "It's finally here to be able to vaccinate the general population," said Chad Alvarez, Senior Director of Retail Pharmacy at Carilion Clinic. According to health officials with the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts, the decision was based [...]

Carilion Clinic WSLS 10 / Apr 3, 2021

ROANOKE, Va - COVID-19 vaccination will open to the general population in the Roanoke Valley next week. The Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts have been working with Carilion Clinic to vaccinate thousands of people a day and moved through Phase 1c in about a week.

Carilion Clinic Franklin News Post / Apr 2, 2021

On Monday, Carilion Franklin Hospice celebrated "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day" to commemorate the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans and their families. The day is part of a national effort to recognize the men and women who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home more than 40 years ago.

Carilion Clinic WSLS 10 / Apr 1, 2021

ROANOKE, Va. - Carilion Clinic is hitting another major milestone in the battle against COVID-19. On Wednesday, the health system helped administer its 100,000th dose of the vaccine and 98-year-old June Rutherfoord was the lucky recipient. Her friends, family and congressman Ben Cline gathered to cheer her on, and officials also made an announcement congratulating her that could be heard across the Berglund Center.

Carilion Clinic American Medical Association / Apr 1, 2021

Maintaining a masked physical distance from those living outside one's home remains a cornerstone of preventive advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, remaining physically apart has led to social isolation for many. While peer-support programs serve a vital role, they tend to only address the tip of the iceberg of the distress and disconnection experienced by many physicians.

Carilion Clinic WSLS 10 / Apr 1, 2021

ROANOKE, Va. - Good news for families hoping to vaccinate their younger members against COVID-19. Pfizer/BioNTech says its vaccine is 100% effective and well-tolerated in children 12-15 years old. In a trial of 2,260 participants ages 12 to 15 in the US, the vaccine-elicited strong antibody responses one month after the second dose.

Carilion Clinic WFIR News Talk Radio / Mar 31, 2021

As of today between vaccinating their own employees and what's been distributed at mass clinics, Carilion has put 100,000 shots in arms. 98 year old Jeanne Rutherfoord received that landmark COVID-19 shot today at the Berglund Center. Rutherfoord received an ovation at the Berglund Center from clini

Carilion Clinic Virginia Business Magazine / Mar 31, 2021

Since his selection as president of Radford University five years ago, Brian Hemphill has fulfilled the mission he set when he was hired: to increase fundraising and open channels to boost enrollment. During Hemphill's tenure, he has seen the university reach record enrollment numbers and grow its endowment by $20 million.

Carilion Clinic WSLS 10 / Mar 30, 2021

As COVID-19 cases increase across the country, despite increased vaccinations, health experts fear another potential surge in the pandemic. "We've seen more recent surges again and lockdowns. We don't want that to happen here," said Carilion Clinic's Chair of Medicine Dr. Paul Skolnik.

Carilion Clinic WFXRtv.com / Mar 30, 2021

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) - Two people were brought to the hospital - one via helicopter - Monday evening after two trucks collided along I-81 North in Montgomery County. Montgomery County Emergency Services says members of Elliston Volunteer Fire Department, Shawsville Volunteer Rescue Squad, and Virginia State Police responded to a vehicle crash at mile [...]

Carilion Clinic SoccerNurds / Mar 29, 2021

Research report comprises size of the global Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Clinics market for the base year 2020 and the forecast between 2021 and 2026. Market value has been valued considering the key application and regional segments, and market share, while the forecast for each product type and application segment has been correctly delivered for the global and local markets.

Carilion Clinic Roanoke Times / Mar 28, 2021

As the 2021 Virginia General Assembly Session comes to a close, legislators will talk with local business leaders about legislation that will impact Virginia's Blue Ridge. When: 7:30 to 9 a.m. Cost: $10 Roanoke Regional Chamber members, $25 nonmembers TUESDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 6-9 OSHA STANDARDS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY OSHA 511 course covers OSHA standards, policies and procedures in general industry.