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Centra news, tips, and the latest on what’s happening in health and wellness.
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Local kids prove anyone can make an impact

August 10, 2023
Meet some of our youngest and most energetic donors.
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Building on a legacy of support for nurses and patients

August 9, 2023
Cinda and George Hurt's most recent gift will support nursing education and development through Centra’s Virginia Henderson Institute of Clinical Excellence. 
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Marge Dillard: Tending to the health of her community

August 8, 2023
Meet one of our oldest (and wisest) donors. At 97, Marge Dillard has supported excellent care in just about every way possible.
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Hugh’s story: Safely returning to the hobbies he enjoys

August 8, 2023
Last fall, the Centra Foundation received a $360,000 grant from The Al Stroobants Foundation to meet an increased need in the region for echocardiograms.
Podcast

The DO Difference | & so much more

August 7, 2023
 
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Centra Lynchburg Hospitals Achieve Coveted Five-Star CMS Rating

August 1, 2023
Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Virginia Baptist Hospital (LGH/VBH) were recently awarded a five-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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Centra Takes Proactive Measures to Ensure Caregiver Safety Amid Rising Workplace Violence Threats

July 24, 2023
Workplace violence (WPV) and active threat situations have become increasingly prevalent in our nation, posing a significant risk to healthcare settings.
Podcast

What are Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) | & so much more

July 7, 2023
Did you know that nurse practitioners can work in primary care and specialty care?  
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Centra Implements Ai Technology for Advanced Stroke Care

July 6, 2023
Centra recently adopted an innovative Ai-based technology that empowers Centra to enhance the speed, efficiency, and accuracy of stroke identification and treatment.