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Last Updated: Nov 03, 2025 09:27PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Keep the Lead Out: What Parents Need to Know

Nov 03, 2025 09:27PM

A Message from the Rappahannock Area Health District and the Virginia Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program

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“Is Tylenol Safe During Pregnancy? What Moms Should Know About Autism Risk”

Nov 03, 2025 09:23PM ● By Martin Davis

Tylenol and Autism

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Family Emergency Preparedness in Fredericksburg, VA: What Every Parent Needs to Know

Aug 13, 2025 11:49AM ● By Laura Carter

Emergencies can strike at any time—whether it’s a hurricane, winter storm, flood, house fire, or even a power outage. Here is what you need to know to keep your family safe

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Budget-Friendly, Kid-Approved: What to Pack in Your Child’s School Lunch

Jul 15, 2025 11:11AM ● By Laura Carter

Let’s be honest: packing school lunches every. single. day. can feel like another chore on an already full plate. You want your child to eat something healthy, you don’t want to spend a fortune, and—most importantly—you want them to actually eat it.

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At Risk: Rural Moms and Babies in the Wake of Medicaid Reductions

Jun 11, 2025 01:09PM ● By Caroline Murray

Nearly 1 in 4 childbearing-age women in rural Virginia rely solely on Medicaid for health care

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List of Doctors, Dentist, Eye Doctors and more that accept Virginia Medicaid in Fredericksburg VA, and Surrounding areas,

Jun 02, 2025 02:13PM ● By Laura Carter

Finding Doctors in Network with Virginia Medicaid can me a hassle. Here is an ongoing list. Check back for updates

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Measles is Serious, but Preventable

Apr 04, 2025 01:20PM ● By Emily Freehling

A Message from the Rappahannock Area Health District

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A Trusted Team for Allergy Treatment

Mar 24, 2025 10:37PM ● By Emily Freehling

Ask the Expert: Allergy Partners

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Mary Washington Healthcare

Mar 24, 2025 10:30PM ● By Emily Freehling

Family-centered approach guides expert care at the area’s only hospital pediatric unit

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A Fresh Start to the New Year: Dry January

Jan 08, 2025 09:06AM ● By Laura Carter

The start of a new year often brings resolutions and commitments to healthier living, making it the perfect time to try Dry January. This global movement encourages participants to give up alcohol for the entire month, offering a reset after the indulgences of the holiday season. Whether you're considering Dry January for health reasons, mental clarity, or simply to explore new habits, there are numerous benefits and tips to help you succeed.

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