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Carilion Clinic, Blue Ridge Cancer Care, and Feeding Southwest Virginia announce on Thursday, April 4, 2024, the opening of the first clinic-based food pantry dedicated to serving cancer patients undergoing treatment. Located within Carilion’s Cancer Center, the facility is a shared space where patients can consult with top oncologists from both medical institutions. This initiative aims to provide crucial nutritional support tailored to the specific needs of cancer patients.

First Clinic-Based Food Pantry Opens in Carilion’s Cancer Center

Carilion Clinic, Blue Ridge Cancer Care and Feeding Southwest Virginia partner to launch first clinic-based food pantry for cancer patients.
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The Roanoke Foodshed Network Celebrates National Nutrition Month in March

National Nutrition Month is an annual nutrition education and information campaign that focuses on the importance of making informed food choices, developing sound eating routines, and creating physical activity habits.
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Carilion Clinic Addresses Wellness with Weekly Community Events

Carilion Clinic and Morningside Urban Farm are teaming up to provide community events and fresh produce in neighborhood food deserts.
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Exotic Trends in New Medicine

New procedures and opportunities offer patients faster recovery, less scarring and more.
Arner has headed Crystal Spring Tower addition to Roanoke Memorial Hospital construction.

Arner Moves Up Again at Carilion

Steve Arner has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of Carilion Clinic. Nancy Agee continues as CEO.
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Teens at the Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Virginia make smoothies (powered by riding a bike) from ingredients they helped grow in Morningside Urban Farm, a Carilion Clinic project, run by farmer Cameron Terry.

The Roanoke Foodshed Network Grants $18,000 to Local Organizations

The Roanoke Foodshed Network is granting more than $18,000 to area nonprofits and schools to support food access work in the Roanoke region.

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