ROANOKE, Va. – One in five children nationwide could have a diagnosable mental health illness. Healthcare providers are bringing awareness to mental health in our children for the third annual...
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – The need for gambling addiction services in Virginia is increasing. New data show gambling addiction is impacting more young people, even those under the legal gambling age...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Teenagers in Roanoke learned about healthy ways to respond to trauma and how to build resiliency. Mental health experts, church leaders and gun violence prevention advoc...