September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time set aside each year to focus on the disease that is the second largest cancer killer of men in the United States. The good news, however, is that if prostate cancer is caught early, the five-year survival rate is almost 100 percent. Read more..

Imagine a career that has the potential to save lives each and every day. From emergency medical technicians and anesthesiologists to physical therapists and trauma surgeons, those who work in the healthcare field come together to save lives or improve the quality of life for their patients.   Read more..

  Even though summer is still in full swing, school will be back in session before we know it. Getting a head start on preparing kids for the new school year is always a smart idea, especially when it comes to their health.   Some things on the back-to-school checklist can wait until the last minute. Three-ring binders. Pens, pencils and paper. Computers and calculators. But other things, like a young one’s annual physical, vision test or allergy assessment, require... Read more..

OurHealth Lynchburg and Southside magazine presents the sixth annual Senior Living Awards, which recognizes senior health communities and services who are voted on by the local community for their exceptional service and care to seniors.   To see a complete list, including First Place, Second Place, Third Place and Honorable Mention winners, please click here. Please join us in congratulating this years Senior Living Award winners. The Voting... Read more..

As the months heat up, it’s time to make sure you’re taking care of your skin! According to the American Cancer Society, the number of skin cancer cases per year in the US has been on the rise. At OurHealth, we care about helping you stay healthy, so we’ve come up with a list of ten dermatologist-approved tips you can use to protect your skin.  Read more..