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Blood Donors at Inova Get COVID-19 Antibody Testing
Before donated blood is given to a patient, Inova Blood Donor Services has historically tested it for 13 infectious diseases ranging from HIV to Zika. Starting this week, we are adding another test to the lineup: a test for COVID-19 antibodies that could show if a blood donor has had the virus. If a donor’s…
Read MoreBoseman’s Death from Colon Cancer Part of Larger Trend, Says Inova’s Dr. Tim Cannon
A Good Morning America segment on the recent death from colon cancer of Hollywood actor Chadwick Boseman featured an interview with Inova’s Dr. Timothy Cannon of the Inova Schar Cancer Institute. Dr. Cannon noted that while overall colon cancer numbers are declining, it has been appearing more frequently in men under the age of 50…
Read MoreCOVID-19 and Children – Six Months In
Dr. Rick Place is Medical Director of the Pediatric Emergency Department at Inova Children’s Hospital (at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus in Falls Church, VA). Dr. Place is a board certified physician in both Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics. Although it feels like much longer, it has only been six months since the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 was…
Read MoreStatement from J. Stephen Jones, MD, President and CEO, Inova, Regarding Washington Redskins
Falls Church, VA – Inova is a sponsoring partner with the Washington Redskins. This morning, the Washington Redskins announced that they are undertaking a comprehensive review of the team’s name. J. Stephen Jones, MD, FACS, President and CEO, Inova Health System, issued the following statement regarding this review: “Inclusion and belonging are integral to the…
Read MoreInova Announces Partnership with Fairfax Family Practice Centers
Falls Church, VA – Inova Health System is pleased to announce that Fairfax Family Practice Centers (FFPC) will be joining Inova effective June 25. FFPC’s 12 medical offices, as well as its physicians, advanced practice providers, and residents will help expand Inova’s primary care services to meet the growing and diverse healthcare needs across Northern…
Read MoreBetty’s Life Is Saved with the Inova Stroke Team’s Quick, Coordinated Care
Editor’s note: Betty was treated at the start of the COVID-19 global health pandemic for a medical emergency – stroke. Today, she is recovered and back home. If you or someone you see is suffering with the signs and symptoms of a stroke, please call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. Fast care within…
Read MoreSummer is Here and the Need for Blood Donors is Critical
Falls Church, VA – Summer has always been a challenging time for the community’s blood supply, due to high school summer holidays and family vacations—this year, COVID-19 has presented us with a new set of challenges. As the restrictions are cautiously lifted, and elective surgeries have successfully restarted at Inova, the blood supply has been…
Read MoreInova Announces Plans for New Hospital in Springfield
Expansion of Services Part of Eastern Region Assessment Falls Church, VA – Inova Health System plans to expand its services to the Springfield, Virginia community on recently acquired property adjacent to the current Inova HealthPlex – Franconia/Springfield. The expansion results from a current, comprehensive assessment of the communities Inova serves in the eastern region of…
Read MoreShould You See a Doctor for Non-COVID Illnesses In-Person or by Telemedicine?
While COVID-19 has been on the forefront of everyone’s thoughts, there are still people coping with other health problems. So, when should you keep an appointment with your doctor, make an appointment, or talk to a medical health professional via telemedicine or “virtual visit”? Read about some general guidelines about how to proceed with your…
Read MoreInova CEO: You Can Trust Us for Safety, Quality, Preparedness and Excellence
In a video message on May 1, 2020, Inova’s chief executive Dr. J. Stephen Jones provided an update on the COVID-19 crisis and Inova’s role in it. “We’ve had to make tough decisions, and work hard to ensure we will always be there for our community. But we will emerge. There is no question, this…
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