Virginia health news

Virginia Reports Second Confirmed Case of Measles in 2025

News Summary The Virginia Department of Health has announced the second confirmed case of measles for 2025, involving a teenager…

1 month ago

Virginia Representative Raises Alarm Over Medicaid Cuts

News Summary U.S. Representative Jennifer McClellan is voicing serious concerns regarding proposed federal Medicaid funding cuts that could leave over…

1 month ago

Virginia Celebrates 44% Decrease in Fentanyl Deaths

News Summary Virginia has achieved a remarkable 44% reduction in fentanyl-related deaths, as reported by the Virginia Department of Health.…

2 months ago

Richmond, Virginia: A Rising Center for Clinician-Provided Abortions

News Summary Richmond, Virginia, has seen a remarkable surge in clinician-provided abortions, ranking highest in the U.S. The state’s lack…

2 months ago

Virginia Faces Critical Health Funding Cuts Impacting Jobs and Research

News Summary The Trump administration's recent decision to cut nearly $300 million in health-related funding to Virginia has sent shockwaves…

2 months ago

Virginia Hospitals Face Rising Drug Use Disorder Cases

News Summary Virginia is experiencing a concerning rise in hospitalizations related to drug use disorders, with nearly 300,000 patients treated…

3 months ago

Virginia Faces Major Cuts in Health Funding, Jobs at Risk

News Summary Virginia is set to lose approximately $219 million in health funding, leading to the dismissal of over 500…

3 months ago

Major Settlement Reached in Opioid Crisis Efforts

News Summary On April 8, 2025, Attorney General Jason Miyares announced a significant multistate settlement worth up to $335 million…

3 months ago

Virginia Breathes a Sigh of Relief as Bon Secours and Cigna Strike a Deal

News Summary In a significant development for healthcare in Virginia, Bon Secours and Cigna have reached a multi-year agreement, which…

3 months ago