Small steps towards wellness

Thank you so much for your warm welcome to the blogosphere. Your comments, suggestions and guidance are encouraging; please keep the feedback coming. I shared last time how new this is to me. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about new things and taking small steps. Last year, I started using an iPhone and now … Read More

Of Fishing and Wellness

First, I’d like to offer you a warm thanks for joining me on our new Good Sharing blog. I am excited to join the ranks of millions of bloggers all over the world. As this is a new undertaking for me, I hope you will help guide me with your comments, feedback and advice. Together, … Read More

Dr. John Port on the importance of men’s health and screening

Cold and flu season – what you should know

In this edition of Share The Health, Dr. Alicia Cress of Powhatan Medical Assoicates discusses the symptoms, differences and treatments of a cold and the flu.

Dr. Christine Browning discusses high blood pressure, causes and treatments

High blood pressure is among the most pervasive chronic conditions in America. An estimated 95% of Americans will battle high blood pressure at some point in their lives. High blood pressure is defined as a systolic pressure greater than 140 or diastolic pressure greater than 90. Unfortunately, most people with high blood pressure feel no … Read More

Project Search 2011: eight students whos success inspired us

We are blessed to be a part of Project Search, to get to know these students and to watch them succeed. Just like 2010, it was an easy decision for us to offer employment to these young professionals – they continue to teach and inspire us as well as contribute to our mission and organizational success. … Read More

Dr. George Brengel of Commonwealth Internal Medicine discusses the warning signs of heat exhaustion and how to avoid it

. It is still steamy up and down the East coast. Are you keeping cool and hydrated? Dr. George Brengel of Commonwealth Internal Medicine discusses the warning signs of heat exhaustion and how to avoid it. Dr. Brengel mentions the elderly as specifically susceptible to the effects of heat exposure. We encourage all of our friends … Read More

Bon Secours Ministry Continues Putting Down Roots – Tree Roots Actually

Thanks to newly planted trees, Bon Secours’ ministry is growing in different, lasting ways. In support of environmental stewardship and the health system’s continued commitment to green initiatives, Bon Secours Richmond was a sponsor of Richmond’s Third Annual Arbor Day Celebration on April 16 at the Carillon in Byrd Park. As part of this sponsorship, … Read More

Mission Matters

This post was submitted by Sister Anne Marie Mack, C.B.S., BSHSI Senior Vice President of Sponsorship. To me, the heart of Bon Secours’ mission is the people who carry it forward. We say that our staff is the heart and hands of Bon Secours. It’s really true. Employees who are content and happy with their … Read More

Healthy Kids’ Day/Bon Secours Walk

On April 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., this free event will feature pony rides, rock climbing, Zumba classes, healthy snack stations, obstacle courses and much more. Our own sports medicine doctors will be on hand in the Coaches’ Corner to discuss sports-injury questions, concerns and nutrition information. The one-mile walk will begin at … Read More