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The Sound of Progress
Focused sound waves could one day eliminate the need for invasive surgery. Read more
Jun 17, 2013
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Drilling Down
A guide to the mysterious world of dental procedures. Read more
Screen Savers
Top Hospitals and Healthcare 2016: Bon Secours St. Mary's delivers faster care to stroke victims with teleneurology. Read more
Dec 12, 2016
Going Gladiator
When a pair of gym partners had enough of their regular workout, they started their own hardcore training program, and today, they’re ready to pump you up. Read more
Mar 11, 2015
Vested Interest
UVA electrophysiologists use new electrode technology to pinpoint source of AFib. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Dead Weight
The latest round of “no cheat” fitness trends include aerial yoga, barre-centered classes, Navy SEAL workouts and the use of suspension trainers like TRX. Read more
Jun 6, 2016
Is Less the New More?
Today, when it comes to cosmetic surgery, minimally invasive is the name of the game. Read more
Mar 20, 2013
Mud, Sweat and Tears
Physical, dirty and even a bit dangerous, extreme racing is not for the faint of heart. Read more
Jun 3, 2013
Food Farmacy
New program for diabetics offers free nutrition classes and fresh produce from the hospital’s farm. Read more
Feb 7, 2019
Say Goodnight
Virginia sleep experts give us the prescription for perfect slumber. Read more
Jun 12, 2013
The Secret Lives of Dentists
What do our favorite dentists do when they're not safeguarding our oral health? Meet a photographer and a ballroom dancer, a team of cyclists, a musician and an artist, all as accomplished in their off-hours as they are in the examining room. Read more
Jul 2, 2015
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A Remarkable Renovation
In turns Robert E. Lee’s boyhood home, a boarding house, and a museum, this Alexandria estate has seen its share of history. Read more
Coastal Renaissance
Revitalization in Cape Charles has helped establish the new Eastern Shore. Read more
Fitness
Upwardly Mobile
Climbing tunes the mind to win uphill battles both on and off the rock. Read more
Sep 18, 2017
Illustration by David Hollenbach
En Garde!
Fencing is one of the world’s oldest sports, but it has always been a peripheral one in America, perhaps because it is not made for TV. However, its popularity is slowly growing. And one needn’t be young to fence—just agile, tactical and tough. Read more
Jun 30, 2017
The New Religion
Running changed his life, and now former NCAA track and field All-American Courtney Cornwall wants to pay it forward. Read more
May 18, 2017
Medicine
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A Little Something Extra
Which supplements really work and which to avoid when it comes to menopause symptoms, heart disease, mental health, and pediatric nutrition. Read more
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The Silent Treatment
Seeking solace from the nonstop chatter of our daily lives, many turn to meditation and silent retreats. Read more
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Front-Load Recovery
Prehab improves surgical outcomes. Read more
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Just Do It
Preventing cardiovascular disease: The simple challenge of saving your life. Read more
Wellness
Expanding Options
Top Hospitals and Healthcare 2017: VCU Massey Cancer team is first in the world to use a new breakthrough treatment for pancreatic cancer. Read more
Feb 27, 2018
Clear Path
Top Hospitals and Healthcare 2017: Sentara Heart teams vacuum dangerous clots from large blood vessels using game-changing technology. Read more
Jan 24, 2018
Dental
Recipes
Hanover’s Heirlooms
When it comes to tomatoes, ignore appearances; it’s what’s inside that counts. Read more
Sep 3, 2019
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Food
Virginia, the Food Capital of Everything
When it comes to what we eat, the Old Dominion is the top of the world. Read more
Dec 5, 2019
Dive In at Dredge
This new seafood restaurant brings a little Key West to the Northern Neck. Read more
Dec 3, 2019
Home
Valley Time
When Pixie and John Ruhlmann want to get away from it all, they head west to their country home in Strasburg. Read more
Oct 21, 2019
A New Point of View
The Richmond home of George and Louise Freeman is a study in transformation. Read more
Oct 14, 2019
Travel
Adam Ewing
A Proud Legacy
Virginia is home to 11 state-recognized Indian tribes that are working to pass their rich culture to the next generation. Read more
Nov 22, 2019
Blues Traveler
Follow along on a musical pilgrimage tracing the tangled roots of American blues, jazz, and rock—from Memphis to New Orleans. Read more
Nov 21, 2019
Culture
Longread
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Adam Ewing
A Need for Speed
NASCAR grabs all the headlines, but the real roots of stock car racing can be found at small dirt tracks like Wythe Raceway, where drivers spend more than they win to indulge a passion. Read more
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Sonoma of the South: Rappahannock County
Welcome to Rappahannock County—a tranquil island in a sea of development. Residents and visitors laud its rural charm and sophisticated culture. The question is, can it stay this way? Read more
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Salena Jones
Newport News' other jazz great. Read more
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Into the Woods
Summer is time for camp, and in Virginia, that tradition is as strong today as it was 100 years ago. A look at the enduring appeal of sunlit days and lake swims, archery and riding, cabin pranks and rousing choruses of “Little Bunny Foo Foo.” Read more
Even More Stories
Weddings
Emily Kirschner & Brady Quinn
May 24, 2015 • Mankin Mansion, Richmond Read more
Health
Voice Over
Passy-Muir valve restores speech to young patient at Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital. Read more
Feb 14, 2019
About Town
White Flower Gala
Nov. 18, 2017 • Gregory P. Klich Alumni House, Newport News Read more
