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COVID-19 Vaccine: What you need to know
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released an updated immunization schedule, including new guidance for the 2025–26 COVID-19 vaccine. Where to get vaccinated: We will continue to monitor CDC guidance and share updates as recommendations evolve. ~ Updated October 23, 2025
Read MoreSeven ways to prevent falls
Falls can cause broken bones and head injuries More than 30% of people older than 65 – and 50% of those living in long-term care facilities – fall each year. These falls can cause everything from broken bones to severe head injuries and even death. In many cases, these falls could have been prevented through more…
Read MoreWhat can a preventive cardiologist do for you?
Inova’s preventive cardiology services can help you identify and reduce your heart disease risk When most people think of cardiology, they think of providers who focus on treating existing cardiovascular disease, from heart attacks and valve disease to heart rhythm problems and heart failure. And of course, many cardiologists do focus on these areas. But…
Read MoreInova Schar Heart and Vascular announces five new chairs as part of Dwight and Martha Schar’s transformational $75 million gift
Falls Church, VA, Aug. 21, 2025 – Inova is proud to announce the establishment of five prestigious chair positions for Inova Schar Heart and Vascular: the Schar Distinguished Chair, the Martha Schar Chair and three Schar Chairs. The creation of these chairs and resulting appointments were part of the transformational gift from longtime supporters of Inova…
Read MoreInova-led study finds positive long-term health outcomes in concussion patients treated with clinical-profiles-informed care
Fairfax, VA – A new study, co-led by Inova Sports Medicine, offers encouraging news for people recovering from concussion. Published in the Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, the study found that 85% of concussion patients who received clinical-profiles-informed care reported favorable long-term health-related quality of life scores one to six years after injury. Clinical-profiles-informed care…
Read MoreGroundbreaking Inova study finds potential link between long-distance running and colon cancer
Fairfax, VA – A groundbreaking new study led by Tim Cannon, MD, Sheridan Director, Molecular Tumor Board and Co-Director of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at Inova Schar Cancer, has revealed a potential link between extreme endurance exercise and increased risk of advanced colon cancer in younger adults, raising new questions about screening for high-performance athletes.…
Read MoreSleep hygiene: why quality sleep matters
Adam Hodes, DO, is a primary care physician board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Hodes focuses on preventive medicine that is founded in evidence-based practice. His approach prioritizes compassionate communication, ensuring that patients feel informed and empowered in their healthcare decisions. He sees patients in the Inova 360 Concierge Medicine — Ballston office. In our current world,…
Read MoreInova joins the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI)
Fairfax, VA — Inova announced today that it is joining the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI), an industry-led coalition committed to developing industry best practices and frameworks to further innovation, safety and security for health AI. As a coalition bringing together leaders and experts across the community of health systems, patient advocates, researchers, professional associations,…
Read MoreDoes your child have allergies or asthma? A pediatric allergy specialist weighs in
Demystifying symptoms, causes and treatments Darlene Mansoor, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained allergy and immunology physician. She serves as Medical Director of Inova Children’s Allergy and Immunology service. Coughing, sniffling, sneezing and wheezing – these symptoms are very common in children during late summer and early fall in the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, metropolitan…
Read MoreCardiac surgery at Inova Children’s makes a difference for infant with trisomy 13
Although not every medical problem has a cure, in some cases, a treatment can have a profound impact on a child’s quality of life. That was the case for baby Elisha, who was born in September 2024 with trisomy 13. Trisomy 13 is a rare genetic syndrome that typically causes severe intellectual disability and a…
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