We're addressing barriers and creating opportunities for our neighbors to lead healthy lives
Economic and social hardships place many members of our community at risk for avoidable illness, suffering, disability and premature death. With leading medical experts and deep roots in the Richmond area, it is VCU Health’s responsibility to address the barriers that prevent you, your loved ones and others from living healthy lives.
Removing obstacles facing our community
Our neighbors face challenges ranging from unemployment to hunger to violence. These challenges can dramatically affect your health. We are addressing these issues locally so that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to lead a healthy life.
NIH Director to join Facts & Faith Fridays in September
August 27, 2024
VCU Health Medical-Legal Partnership draws statewide attention for supporting patients, families and communities
August 20, 2024
Creating opportunities in our workforce
We are equipping current and future health care workers with the tools and compassion to treat patients with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This includes creating a workplace in which everyone has the same opportunities to advance and thrive.
VCU Health’s Military-Civilian Partnership continues to grow through new course offerings
July 02, 2024
Inspired by her VCU Health care team, burn survivor makes her nursing graduation ceremony a full-circle moment
June 11, 2024
VCU Medical Center earns “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer” designation by Human Rights Campaign Foundation
June 11, 2024
Investing in the next generation of cardiac sonographers
February 13, 2024
Research on health disparities
As an urban academic medical center, VCU Health is conducting research on how disparities affect the health of our patients and community and is leading initiatives that can help eliminate inequities.
