Think of four girls you know. Now guess which one will be sexually abused before she’s 18. Now think of six boys you know. Which one of them will be sexually abused before he’s 18? 20 percent of child sexual abuse victims are under the age of 8. More than 90 percent of abusers are [...]
Bon Secours Virginia Named “Best Company” for Hourly Workers
April 3, 2012 by 2 Comments
Working Mother magazine today named Bon Secours Virginia Health System one of the “Best Companies for Hourly Workers” for 2012, in recognition of its policies and programs that promote employees and that support a dynamic work-life culture. “Since the majority of our workforce is comprised of hourly workers, we are especially excited to be recognized [...]
Raising the Happiest Baby on the Block
March 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
New babies are such a blessing, but they can also bring with them sleepless nights, crying, and sometimes quite a bit of extra stress. Bon Secours Love and Learn has partnered with Birthjourneys to offer a Happiest Baby on the Block Class to new and expectant parents. This class focuses on helping parents learn step-by-step [...]
Keeping Children Safe from Predators
March 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Mary Immaculate Family Focus and the Newport News Police Department Community Resource Unit will present a seminar on “Keeping Children Safe From Predators.” Parents and professionals, please join us as we explore ways to help you protect children by teaching them to be smarter and safer. The best way to combat child exploitation and abduction [...]
Dogs and Storks™: Prepare Your Pet for Baby
March 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Welcoming a new baby into your life is exciting, but preparing your family for the new arrival can be stressful – especially if you have a furry family member. You can help your dog cope with this big change by learning a few tips and tricks from an animal behaviorist on how to prepare your [...]
Good Sports: Tips for the Everyday Athlete
March 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an amateur athlete, it’s important to know how to prevent injury, and achieve optimal health and performance. Join us as we bring together a comprehensive team of sports medicine specialists, surgeons, physical therapists and nutritionists, to discuss these important issues and more. There will be free demonstrations, refreshments, and [...]
Shoulder and Knee Injury Prevention
March 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Bon Secours Sports Medicine has invited all Hampton Roads residents to attend a free seminar series addressing the prevention and treatment of sports-related knee and shoulder injuries. There are three evening seminars scheduled on the southside and peninsula for convenience: March 27th in Newport News, Virginia March 28th in Virginia Beach, Virginia April 3rd in [...]
Send Your Kid to Nursing Explorers Camp!
March 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Has your rising 6th, 7th or 8th grader shown an interest in a career in health care? The Bon Secours Virginia Health System’s Nursing Explorers Camps is a fun and educational opportunity for students to learn about the exciting pace of the medical field. This annual camp is designed to encourage the children’s passion for [...]
Quick Thanks from the Shamrock Marathon Team!
March 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Thank you to Bon Secours Sports Medicine and all Bon Secours and community volunteers for providing exceptional medical care during this year’s 40th annual Yuengling Shamrock Marathon weekend in Virginia Beach. The race weekend saw more than 25,000 finishers. Special thanks also to Dr. Ernesto Luciano, medical director of Bon Secours Sports Medicine, who served [...]