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March 25, 2013
The Gardasil vaccine was approved by the FDA in 2006 and protects against the Human papillomavirus (HPV). In this week’s Martha Jefferson Monday segment, we dive deeper into the topic and talk with Dr. Margo Gill about how Gardasil works and who the vaccine is meant for.
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December 5, 2012
When you aren’t feeling well, the last thing you want to have to think about is shopping for supplies, or other things you might need to help you start feeling better. In order to try to make the process simple, Martha Jefferson Hospital offers an online marketplace where you can find all your healthcare needs with just a few clicks.
In this week’s CBS19 Healthwise segment, Stephanie Satchell gives us a tour of the site.
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GPS for the Body’ system provides real-time tracking of tumors during prostate cancer treatments
November 27, 2012
Charlottesville, VA. Martha Jefferson Hospital today became the first hospital in Central Virginia to use a new technology that more accurately delivers doses of radiation to prostate cancer patients. The Calypso® system allows doctors to precisely track and target tumors while avoiding damage to healthy tissue. Patients lie still for 30 minutes while the treatment machine rotates around them and aims radiation beams at the cancerous tumors.
Martha Jefferson radiation oncologist Dr. Sylvia Hendrix says previous treatments couldn’t track natural internal changes in the body.
“Physicians used to assume the prostate didn’t move during treatment. We now know that isn’t true. The Calypso system is very precise. If the prostate or the target area moves just a millimeter we can stop the treatment, reposition the patient, and precisely target the patient’s cancer.”
The Calypso system uses three tiny Beacon® electromagnetic transponders, each smaller than a grain of rice, which are implanted into the prostate during a simple outpatient procedure. The beacons work in a way similar to GPS markers enabling doctors to monitor the movement of the patient’s prostate and his cancer in real-time during radiation treatments.
The first patient to receive the treatment, Mr. Craig LaMountain of Greene County, noted that the procedure really is painless.
“You feel nothing. If I wasn’t worried about moving, I’d fall asleep.”
Hendrix says studies show patients who undergo Calypso experience few side effects from radiation, and they’re just temporary.
“Not only will patients receive better treatment, they will also have fewer long-term side effects including bladder issues, lower digestive issues, as well as sexual function,” said Hendrix.
Calypso is currently only treating prostate cancer patients, but it could be used for women with left-side breast cancer in the future.
For more information on Calypso, or to find a urologist who is Calypso-certified, call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009.
February 22, 2012
When a patient is in the hospital, their care is always the number one priority. However, outside of medicine and visits from the doctor, there are other factors that can work to help make a difference when it comes to recovery.
In this week’s CBS19 Healthwise segment, we highlight the new music therapy program at Martha Jefferson that’s available for patients to enjoy right from their bed or treatment chair.
December 12, 2011
This week, Dr. Laura Howard of Palmyra Medical Associates says acute laryngitis is What’s Going Around.
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November 30, 2011
As the colder weather sets in, people who suffer from allergies may think their in the clear, but that’s not the case. In this week’s Healthwise segment, Dr. Gary Rakes discusses what causes winter allergies, and how you may be able to prent them.
November 14, 2011
As the temperatures turn cooler and the days get shorter, some people may start to feel different due to seaonal depression. Seasonal depression can affect people in many ways, so in this weeks’ CBS19 Healthwise segment, learn some tricks to help combat the disease and stay happy during the holidays.
October 5, 2011
With the cooler fall weather on the way, people who exercise outside must be careful when lacing up their sneakers. Whether you’ve been working out outside over the summer or just getting into a routine, doctors from Blue Ridge Foot and Ankle Clinic have some advice on how to stay safe and keep your feet healthy.
August 22, 2011
With the big move to our new hospital on Pantops quickly approaching, Ron Cottrell, Vice President of Planning, and Barbara Elias, Replacement Hospital Project Director, sat down with Rick and Jane Monday to talk about the new hospital, and what people can expect come move day.
To listen to the podcast, click the link below.
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.
