Fredericksburg Hospital Delivers 51 Babies In One Week, Including 4 Sets Of Twins

Mary Washington Hospital welcomed 51 babies in one week, including four sets of twins, during one of its busiest recent stretches.

15 Ways To Stay Active In Fredericksburg This Summer

From kayaking to pickleball, here's where to find outdoor adventures, leagues and family activities in Fredericksburg this summer.

Health Officials Monitoring Hantavirus Cruise Passengers: What To Know In VA

Health officials are tracking passengers who left a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak. Here's what Virginians need to know.

This Cancer Rising Sharply Among VA Young People

As cancer deaths rise in young adults, Virginians are urged to prioritize screenings to combat late-stage diagnoses.

ER Visits For Tick Bites At Highest Level In A Decade: What To Know In VA

Nationally, ER visits to treat tick bites are at their highest level in almost a decade, according to the CDC.

Drug-Resistant Stomach Bug On The Rise: What To Know In VA

Labeled a "public health threat" by the CDC, the bug can cause diarrhea, fever and more.

Massive Bread Recall Hits VA: Here's Why, What To Know

The recall involves bread sold in Virginia that may contain "metal fragments."

Pizza Recall Hits 10 States, Including VA

The recall was recently upgraded to Class II, meaning a product may cause "temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences."

Trader Joe's Recalls Additional 10M Pounds Of Frozen Food Item Sold In VA

Nearly 47 million pounds of food are affected by the ongoing recall of products sold at VA stores, including Trader Joe's and Kroger.

Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies In Frederickburg: Health Advisory

The Rappahannock Area Health District reported that a raccoon living in Fredericksburg tested positive for rabies.

Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Fredericksburg

Start the year feeling stronger & more balanced with a look at local spots offering everything from energizing workouts to calming escapes.

Highly Contagious Norovirus Spreading Rapidly In VA: What To Know

Nicknamed the "winter vomiting disease," the norovirus has sparked warnings from health experts ahead of the holidays in Virginia.

Virginia Baby Sickened In Botulism Outbreak Linked To Formula

At least 39 infants with suspected or confirmed botulism have been reported in multiple states, including Virginia.

Popular Deli Brand Recalling Cheese In VA Over Listeria Risk Just Before Thanksgiving

The recall notice, issued Monday by the company, said two cheese products were affected by the recall.

6 Dead, Dozens Sickened In Widespread Listeria Outbreak: What To Know In VA

The listeria outbreak has been linked to pre-packaged meals sold at stores including Trader Joe's and Walmart in Virginia.

27 Health Code Violations Found At Fredericksburg Eatery: Report

Rappahannock Area Health District inspectors reported violations at 14 of the 20 Fredericksburg food establishments they recently visited.

CDC Updates Guidance On COVID-19 Vaccine: What To Know In VA

The new guidance from the CDC ends months of confusion about the vaccine in Virginia.

VA Eases COVID-19 Vaccine Access Amid Shifting Federal Guidelines

The Virginia Department of Health this week issued guidance that should make it easier for residents to receive the shot.

COVID-19 Vaccines Harder To Get At Some VA Pharmacies: Here's Why

Multiple factors are making it more difficult to get the COVID shot in Virginia, Washington, D.C. and several other states.

New COVID-19 Vaccine Restrictions: What It Means For VA Residents

Newly approved vaccines for COVID-19 target the newest variant and are in place for the coming respiratory illness season in Virginia.

Cookies Sold At Target In VA Recalled, May Contain Wood Bits

The cookies were distributed to Target stores in Virginia and 20 other states, according to the FDA.

Where VA Ranks Among States With The Most Underprivileged Kids

A new ranking by WalletHub shows some states address the issues faced by underprivileged children more effectively than others.

10 Kinds Of Ice Cream Bars Sold In VA Recalled Due To Listeria Concerns

​The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to eat these 10 brands of ice cream bars.

VA Is Seeing A Surge In Tick Bite Visits To Emergency Rooms

Tick numbers have hit a record high in several states this year, increasing emergency room visits for bites. Here's where Virginia stands.

Oracle Cardiology Providers Cut Ties With Health Center In Stafford

Oracle Heart & Vascular patients may visit other providers serving Mary Washington in Stafford or the practice's Fredericksburg office.

Ready-To-Eat Deli Products Recalled Over Salmonella Risk

The voluntary recall was issued because the products may contain an ingredient linked to an ongoing Salmonella outbreak.

8 VA Hospitals At 'Immediate Risk' For Closure, New Analysis Says

A new report said proposed cuts to Medicaid threaten to upend health care in the nation’s most vulnerable communities, including in VA.

This Childhood Illness Increased 1,500% Nationwide: See VA Data

The spiking rates of two diseases could be signaling a return of childhood illnesses, according to a new ProPublica report.

VA Confirms State's First Measles Case Of 2025

State health officials are working to identify anyone who might have been exposed.

As Tick Season Starts In VA, Know What To Watch Out For

Learn which ticks that are commonly found in Virginia can cause serious and debilitating tick-borne illnesses.

Target Recalls Popular Baby Food Brand: What To Know In VA

The tubs of baby food were distributed to Target stores across the country, according to a recall alert.

'Quad-Demic’ Of Illnesses Straining VA Emergency Rooms

Respiratory viruses are at high levels and rising in VA, the latest health data shows. The state has seen 2 pediatric flu deaths this week.

‘Silent’ Surge Shows High COVID-19 Rates In VA

COVID-19 infections nationwide reached the highest levels in three years as Americans gathered with families for the holidays.

New Fredericksburg Pickleball Facility To Open Oct. 19 On Plank Road

Picklr Fredericksburg will offer nine indoor courts, two championship-size, one skinny-size, and all with pro-quality surfacing.

Virginians Can Order Free COVID Tests Again: How To Get Yours

Updated rapid tests are expected to be able to detect newer variants just as a new COVID variant arrives in Virginia.

Virus Causing Polio-Like Paralysis High Across South

Wastewater samples across the South are showing a spike in the rate of enterovirus D68, a respiratory illness. Does this include Virginia?

13-Year-Old Runaways Sought By Family, Stafford Sheriff's Office

Two 13-year-old runaways are thought to be traveling together and may be in the Spotsylvania area, according to authorities.

'Spavia Cares' Initiative Supports First-Time Cancer Patients In FXBG

Spavia Central Park and Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg team up to provide self-care gifts to first-time cancer patients.

VA Walmart Stores Recall Apple Juice For Elevated Arsenic Levels

The juice is being recalled in Virginia because the "product contains inorganic arsenic above action level set in industry guidance."

How VA Treats Jellyfish Stings: 'Don't Let Your Friends Pee On You'

As many as 150 million jellyfish stings occur worldwide each year. Here's what to know about jellyfish in Virginia and how to treat a sting.

Select A Plan With Whole-Health Benefits This Enrollment Period

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage plans offer benefits to support whole health, from nutritional support to home helpers.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.