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New public counseling center planned for Roanoke

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A new Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare counseling center is set to open in Roanoke in 2025 and will centralize adult, children and youth services into one location.  The new facility, located ...

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Letter: Roanokers need more places to dispose of old medication

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As national and community pharmacies continue to be lifelines for health and well-being, it is crucial to address a shared responsibility that transcends individual establishments: the need for improv...

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40 Under 40: Mandy Lee

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Here @ Home has tips to talk about cannabis and THC effects with teens

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ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Marijuana use among teens in the United States has steadily climbed over the past three decades, as has the percentage of teens who view it as harmless. Parents now need...

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How to handle holiday stress

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ROANOKE, Va. – It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but that’s not the case for everyone. In fact, for some people, this can be a season of stress. Community Prevention Initiatives Coordi...

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Strategize screen time with your kids

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ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Gifts of electronics and lots of traveling can mean more screen time for kids during the holidays, but it is important to find a balance with that virtual fun before draini...

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Mental health services agency founding director dies

The death of the founding executive director of the region’s community mental health agency is conjuring positive memories of a local leader whose work impacted many lives. Fred P. Roessel Jr., who...

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William Byrd Middle School wins Red Ribbon Award

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William Byrd Middle School has been presented an award for the “Best Use of 2023 Theme: BeKind to Your Mind” for its efforts during Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31). Thirty-six schoolsapplied for the a...

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Parent’s worst nightmare: 10-year-old exposed to fentanyl at elementary school

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AMHERST, Va. (WDBJ) – The recent incident involving gummies in a bag with traces of fentanyl at an elementary school has sparked concerns among parents and the Amherst County community. Click he...

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CCPS Youth Risk Behavior Survey for community to review and support

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The Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare has supported Craig County Public Schools for several years in conducting surveys which help the community as well as the school to know what the students are expe...