Health and wellness

For Jenny Sisk, losing weight had always felt like a battle, one she fought for more than 25 years. After taking the life-changing step to undergo gastric sleeve surgery, she feels stronger and healthier than ever.

Weight loss surgery in 2021 blessed Jessica Means with a reduced-size stomach that requires portion control and prioritized grazing habits.

When Frank Zimmerman first started having trouble breathing back in 2004, he didn’t realize that he was beginning a health journey that would get him where he is today.

When Roberto Robinson faced a life-threatening illness in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital’s Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU), he chose hope. Supported by critical care physicians, nurses and other clinicians, and the steadfast presence of family and faith, Robinson found inner strength, hope and resilience in his darkest moment.

Sentara Heart Hospital’s Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU) performs heart transplant surgery on a patient diagnosed with non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy. Read how Sentara’s cardiac care services and interventional cardiology saved a young mother.

Sentara Heart Hospital’s Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU) helped patient Jesse McCullough find strength, hope, and faith. Read about how Sentara’s interventional cardiology and its cardiac care services restored Jesse in more ways than one.

Unlike other cardiac rehab programs, Pritikin’s approach is comprehensive, built on three pillars: regular exercise, healthy nutrition and emotional well-being. For Carol, that holistic focus made all the difference.

Respiratory illness is making headlines across the U.S. Symptoms of common illnesses such as colds, flu, COVID-19 and RSV are similar, and treatment options vary based on risk level. High-risk individuals should seek urgent or emergency care. Primary care, walk-in clinics or urgent care facilities are recommended for mild symptoms. Sentara offers various care options, including primary, urgent and emergency care.

Stressors can steal some of your joy during the holidays. Learning how to navigate these can make the season brighter.

While many people interchange the terms "Alzheimer's disease" and "dementia," they are not the same.

Lung cancer is often diagnosed late because symptoms don’t occur until later stages. This article will discuss how lung cancer screening works, who should get screened and what you can do to lower your chances of getting lung cancer in the first place.

We understand that times can be tough, and everyone needs a little help sometimes. Our mission is to make sure no one in our community goes hungry. Whether you're facing temporary hardship or need ongoing support, we're here for you.

When patients walk through the doors of Sentara Martha Jefferson Health and Wellness Center for the Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation program, they begin a journey that transforms more than their heart health. They're investing in a lifestyle change across three pillars: exercise, nutrition and a healthy mindset.

Now’s a good time to make an appointment with your child’s pediatrician to get school and sports physicals, update vaccinations and review your child’s overall health.

As the warm embrace of summer invites us outdoors to enjoy long-awaited activities, the season also brings its share of health and safety concerns. Dive into our comprehensive summer safety guide.