Articles Posted in the +Extra Category

  • LoveYouWant

    The Love You Want

    Communication for Couples: 9 Tips for Getting the Love You Want Relationship on the rocks? Not getting the love you want? Take this advice from therapist Dr. Renee del Rio Heyliger of Williamsburg Behavioral Arts. Make it…

  • nano_hj

    Take Our Readership Survey & Win!

    Click here to take our readership survey for your chance to win an iPod Nano!

  • Senior Woman Exercising In Park

    Taking Time to Practice Tai Chi

    Written by Heather McGinley A traditional art provides maximum benefits in our modern world. While many health-conscious people will turn to Zumba and other fast-paced methods to gain an edge on their health in 2012,…

  • Piggy

    Health Care Reform & Access to Orthopedic Care

    Written by Bradley S. Ellison, M.D. Orthopedic care is a subspecialized medical and surgical discipline focused on the prevention and treatment of various musculoskeletal injuries and diseases, including hip and knee replacements, sports injuries, spinal…

  • Sentara Wins Quality Award

    Sentara Wins Quality Award

    Written by Brandy Centolanza Williamsburg Regional among top 10 percent of hospitals ranked nationally Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center has been recognized as a top hospital nationally based on quality, efficiency and resource use standards.…

  • Fitness

    Fit In 2012: A New Year, A New You

    Written by Thomas W. Clark, M.D. A dozen methods to successfully lose weight this year It’s a new year. It’s a new beginning. Studies show that of the 45 percent of Americans who make New Year’s resolutions,…

  • Senior Woman Exercising In Park

    Taking Time to Practice Tai Chi

    Written by Heather McGinley A traditional art provides maximum benefits in our modern world. While many health-conscious people will turn to Zumba and other fast-paced methods to gain an edge on their health in 2012,…

  • BellyFat

    To Get Healthy Lose the Gut

    Written by Susan Smigielski Acker A big belly can spell big trouble. Belly fat is more than just unattractive. It is dangerous to health and possibly a symptom of other issues. Belly fat is there…

  • Standing Alone for Emergencies-watkins

    Standing Alone for Emergencies

    Written By Blair Koster Bon Secours St. Francis Watkins Centre Launches Chesterfield County’s First Free-Standing Emergency Department. While you can’t be admitted as a patient to Bon Secours St. Francis Watkins Centre’s new free-standing emergency…

  • 92244532

    Brickman Richmond Sprint Triathlon Set For Oct. 9 Still Time to Register for Benefit Event

    Written By Crystal Vandegrift The Richmond area’s largest triathlon is just around the corner and there’s still time to get in on the action. The Brickman Richmond Sprint Triathlon will be held on Sunday, Oct.…

  • 200274732-001

    Top 5 Chiro Myths

    Written By Daniel D. Roth, D.C. Chiropractic itself has gone through many aches and pains as a profession since its development by Daniel David Palmer in 1895.  Since the scope of the chiropractic practice has…

  • 2011 year calendar. July. Isolated 3D image

    July Notes

  • med411041

    Three Ways Incentive Accounts Can Save You Money

    Written By Sharon Poulos When it comes to health insurance, employers are looking for ways to maximize their premium dollars. Employees want to pay lower premiums and less out-of-pocket. Health Incentive Accounts (HIAs) may be…

  • group

    Fit for Market

    Cancer outreach project offers an exercise in prevention   Written by Page Freer Before you head to the 17th Street Farmers’ Market this summer, be sure to pack your workout gear.

  • mens health copy

    Men’s Health Month: June 1-30

    Written by Stephen P. Sowulewski June is Men’s Health Month, and since 1994 the week that ends on Father’s Day (this year, June 13-19) has been recognized by Congress as National Men’s Health Week. The…

  • retirement

    Is Your Retirement Plan Protected?

    Written By David C. Kikoen Your retirement is the dream for you and your family’s future. Proper planning and protection of that dream are crucial to help make it a reality. These tips can help…

  • Coach_grads

    New Grads Need to Get Their Finances in Order

    With your diploma in hand, you’re ready to move on to the next chapter in your life. Start that period off right by making sure you have your finances in order.

  • 2011 year calendar. May. Isolated 3D image

    May Notes

  • Knowing 5 Facts Could Save Your Life

    Knowing 5 Facts Could Save Your Life

    According to the American Heart Association (AHA), stroke is third leading cause of death in the U.S., claiming 232,000 lives each year. It is also the leading cause of disability in the U.S., says Armistead…

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Autism Spectrum Disorders

    New insights into autism mean better diagnosis, understanding among physicians Written by Stephen I. Deutsch, M.D., Ph.D., & Maria R. Urbano, M.D. Autism spectrum disorders are a group of neurodevelopmental disorders with three major symptoms:…