Wendy C. Wolf | Preventing breast cancer through health-care reform

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One simple test could end up saving thousands of women’s lives. Yet, for those without health insurance, the test comes too late. According to the American Cancer Society, this year alone an estimated 40,170 women will lose their lives to breast cancer. Meanwhile, it is estimated that 4,000 breast cancer deaths could be prevented just…

Tom Perriello | Fifth District Report

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Last week, I had the honor of attending a very special bill signing at the White House. Surrounded by representatives from the major veterans service organizations, the President signed into law the Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act, which will ensure our veterans get the health care they have earned. As a member…

Tom Perriello | Fifth District Report

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As Congress continues to work on health-care reform, I am focused on making sure the voices of Central and Southern Virginians are represented in the debate. I know Virginians are deeply concerned about getting health care costs under control, securing the insurance people already have, and taking care of our seniors. Getting my constituents’ feedback…

Perriello pushes middle ground on health reform

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Fifth District Congressman Tom Perriello is joining with a group of fellow freshmen Members of Congress in pushing for key changes to the health care reform proposals currently in the House. The group is urging Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer to adopt proposals, including deficit neutrality, interstate competition, tort reform, and…

Fairfax expansions add more than 300 jobs

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Gov. Timothy M. Kaine today announced the expansions of six technology, distribution, and healthcare companies in Fairfax County. ACS State and Local Solutions, Beltway Supply Inc. Coveros Inc., Intec LLC, RightStar Systems and Senior Living.com are expected to create 334 new jobs over the next three years in Fairfax County.

Virginia launches program to increase health-care access for small-business employees

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Gov. Timothy M. Kaine announced on Monday that Virginia has been awarded $912,658 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through its new State Health Access Program (SHAP) to provide greater access to affordable health coverage for workers in Virginia’s small firms. The federal award will increase each year of the five-year grant…

Chamber prepping for Business Expo

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Exhibitors ranging from financial institutions to hospitality businesses will showcase their latest products and services at the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce’s ninth annual Business Expo. The Expo will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 3-7 p.m. at the JMU Festival Conference & Student Center. This year’s theme is “Survive and Thrive in 2010.”

White House Report | Obama on missile defense, Obama on health reform, Biden in Iraq, press briefing

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Remarks by President Obama on strengthening missile defense in Europe THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. As Commander-in-Chief, I’m committed to doing everything in my power to advance our national security. And that includes strengthening our defenses against any and all threats to our people, our troops, and our friends and allies around the world. One of…

RMH taps DeCeault to head Physician Practices

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David DeCeault, MBA, has been named executive director of RMH Physician Practices. In this role, DeCeault will be responsible for business management of nearly 60 RMH physicians and their practices. “We are pleased to welcome David to the helm of our physician practice management,” said Dale Carroll, MD, chief medical officer, and vice president for…