Roanoke biotech company looks for big success with Tiny Cargo
Researchers at a Roanoke-based biotech company might have discovered a way to extend their therapeutic delivery system’s shelf life. It could lead to big advances in mitigating radiation treatment for…
Alleghany High School Student Excels in Healthcare Program
The Virginian ReviewJuly 28, 2025 LOW MOOR, Va. (VR) — Since consolidation, Alleghany Highlands Public Schools (AHPS) has continued to expand opportunities for students to explore diverse career pathways, including…
Alum authors children’s book to spark early interest in health science careers
For Elizabeth R. Martin, M.D., an OB-GYN who graduated from the VCU School of Medicine, ‘everything comes back to contributing to the health of the community.’ https://news.vcu.edu/article/2025/07/alum-authors-childrens-book-to-spark-early-interest-in-health-science-careers July 31, 2025…
Local teenagers learn medical skills at Camp Carilion
https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2025/06/13/local-teenagers-learn-medical-skills-at-camp-carilion Cave Spring High School 9th grader Katie Sempek is diving into the world of healthcare this summer. Instead of spending Friday at the pool or out with her friends,…
Students get sneak peek at future career at ‘Camp Carilion’
https://www.wdbj7.com/2025/06/20/students-get-sneak-peek-future-career-camp-carilion ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – From Starting IVs to learning how a chest compression system works, soon-to-be medical professionals explored the healthcare world in a hands on experience at ‘Camp…
New State Report Finds Significant Dental Hygienist Workforce Shortages Throughout Virginia
Jun 17, 2025 Virginia Dentists Warn Patients Seeking Preventative Care to Expect Long Waits and to Schedule Appointments Now to Use 2025 Dental Benefits Virginia continues to outpace the national…
Regional partnership launches for health care workforce shortage
The Gazette-VirginianJune 13, 2025 As part of a new statewide initiative called the Virginia Partnership for Health Science Careers, a regional partnership in Southern Virginia will bring together schools, hospitals,…
GO Virginia grant boosts biotech in Roanoke, New River Valley
$4.9M in funding builds upon Va. Tech efforts Ralph Berrier Jr. //June 1, 2025// A $4.9 million grant from the commonwealth will allow leaders from the Roanoke and New River valleys to build…
VPCC, VHS Collaborate on Evening Nursing Class
Williamsburg Yorktown DailyWydaily.comApril 14, 2025 HAMPTON — When Virginia Health Services needed help providing Certified Nurse Aide training for a much-requested evening class, Virginia Peninsula Community College had the solution.…