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Ryan Stone
Wellness at Work
On-site gyms, health insurance incentives and wellness programs are just a few of the ways local companies encourage their employees to maintain a healthy lifestyle. more »
Jul 1, 2012 by Jessica Wright in Health
Amy Nance-Pearman
"Changed My Life" - The CrossFit Revolution
It’s not just the jargon that sets CrossFit apart and has aficionados talking about changed lives; it’s also a level of dedication and shared suffering that engenders new and genuine friendships, along with new and genuinely transformed bodies. more »
Jul 1, 2012 by Tony Pearman in Health
David Hungate
Newcomer Docs Give Roanoke a Fine Bill of Health
They seem to discover quickly what we know: It’s friendly here, easy to get around. There’s lots to do outside, the restaurants are good. Housing prices are significantly lower than in big cities. And yes, you can meet other single professionals... more »
Jun 1, 2012 by David Hungate, Rob Johnson in Health (1 Comments)
David Hungate
The World of Childhood Health
What do little Johnny and Susie need to lead a healthy, well-rounded lifestyle? Local pediatricians share their advice on adolescent check-ups, growth, development, diet and exercise. more »
Mar 1, 2012 in Health
The Big Business of Medicine in Roanoke
It’s not often that the Roanoke Valley is a national harbinger. But when it comes to the job market, we’re already where experts say the country is headed, with 25,000 workers – 17 percent of the entire workforce – employed in medical-related jobs. more »
Jan 1, 2012 by Brett Winter Lemon, David Hungate, Robert West, Rob Johnson in Health
Top Docs 2011-2012
For our biennial polling to determine the best doctors in the Roanoke Valley, we contacted more than 6,000 nurses. Here are the results of their votes.
Medical Professionals Portfolio 2011-2012
Click on the image above to view a special advertising section from our July/August 2011 “Top Docs” issue.
