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January 11, 2012
In this week’s CBS19 Healthwise segment, meet Dr. Mark Prichard. Dr. Prichard is the newest addition to the team at the Phillips Cancer Center at Martha Jefferson Hospital and shares important information on the signs, symptoms and treatment options for patients who are dealing with cancer of the blood.
August 3, 2011
Martha Jefferson is pleased to be able to provide state-of-the-art equipment and treatment options to patients who are diagnosted with cancer. However, our caregivers also realize there are many other aspects of a care plan that can make a big difference in the overall experience for patients. In this week’s CBS19 Healthwise segment, find out about why massage programs, diet options and just having a place to go to get your questions answered, can make a difference for patients.
May 4, 2011
When someone is diagnosed with cancer, it can be a difficult time for that person, as well as their family and friends. In this week’s CBS19 Healthwise segment, Stephanie Satchell provides a positive look at a cancer success story. Donna Southard went through treatment for both lung and brain cancer at Martha Jefferson Hospital. Not only did she push through and stay active during treatments, now that they’re over, she’s doing things she never dreamed she do.
March 30, 2011
As part of colon cancer awarness month, Martha Jefferson Hospital is providing ten at-risk men in the community with a free colonoscopy. The hope is to raise awareness about the disease and de-mystify many of the myths surrounding the screening. CBS19′s Stephanie Satchell spoke with two of the patients being screened to find out why they jumped at the opportunity.
March 9, 2011
Each year the MJ8K run and 4K walk, put on by the Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation, successfully raises funds for a variety of programs at Martha Jefferson. This year, the proceeds will go directly towards the Cancer Caner Center at the hospital and provide complimentary services, such as massages and yoga classes, for people going through cancer treatments.
As you’ll hear from one of the oldest race participants, it’s a good excuse to get some exercise and help a good cause.
March 2, 2011
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and to kick things off, CBS19′s Stephanie Satchell spent time with Dr. Jenny Smith of Charlottesville Gastroenterology talking about why it’s imporant to get screened for colon cancer, and how a quick procedure could lead to being able to be cured of cancer. (more…)
November 11, 2010
Thanks to the generous support of The Women’s Committee at Martha Jefferson Hospital and Martha’s Market and In The Pink Tennis Tournament, a variety of free services are offered to patients both during and after their treatments for cancer. NBC29′s Jennifer VonReuter talked to one patient about what the opportunities have meant to her, and how they have helped her recover. (more…)
October 27, 2010
In times of need, families and patients may need more support than just their team of caregivers while at the hospital. At Martha Jefferson Hospital there is a dedicated group of nurses, a doctor and a chaplain available to any patient who may want to talk or be in need to some added guidance. In this week’s CBS19 Healthwise, hear from Dr. Martha Battle, a newest addition to the Palliative Care team, and Suzanne Smith, chaplain at Martha Jefferson Hospital.
October 13, 2010
New genetic testing being done at Martha Jefferson Hospital is empowering people to know their own risk when it comes to cancer. Finding a particular gene could help protect, not only patients, but members of their family too.
October 2, 2010
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. To kick off the event, members of the Charlottesville community gathered Saturday to raise awareness and let people know how they might be able to help someone battling the disease.
