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Sad dads research: fathers also experience postpartum depression Print E-mail
Wednesday, 26 May 2010 09:01
According to research from James F. Paulson, PhD, assistant professor of pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School, fathers in substantial numbers experience prenatal and postpartum depression.

 

The findings have made international news headlines, including stories in the New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Reuters, CNN, TIME and BBC News,

 

His analysis shows that about 10 percent of fathers experience prenatal or postpartum depression. The first 3 months postpartum show the lowest rates of depression (7.7 percent), while the 3- to 6-month postpartum period shows the highest rate (25.6 percent).

 

Last Updated on Wednesday, 26 May 2010 08:54
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EVMS Trauma: Run For Your Life 5K Print E-mail
Monday, 24 May 2010 13:42

052210-Trauma_Run_0322Conquering a course that weaved through the Eastern Virginia Medical Center, more than 300 men, women and children participated in the second annual EVMS Trauma: Run For Your Life 5K Run/Walk sponsored by SunTrust on Saturday, May 22.

 

Organized by Scott F. Reed, MD, associate professor of surgery and EVMS Health Services surgeon, the race raised awareness about the risks of traumatic injury. The event included a children's fun run sponsored by Tidewater Parent and a community education exposition.

 

View photos from the event. See the results.

Last Updated on Monday, 24 May 2010 14:15
 
Physician assistants celebrate transition with White Coat Ceremony Print E-mail
Tuesday, 18 May 2010 16:33

PA_White_Coat-2010_0063The annual Master of Physician Assistant Awards & White Coat Ceremony, held May 12, celebrated the achievements both of the graduating health professionals and the program itself, which marked its 10th year.

 

Instead of a traditional keynote speaker, the event featured remarks from Rita Fickenscher, MPA, a graduate of the 2001 inaugural class, and 2010 graduate Jenny Doll. Ms. Fickenscher spoke about the program's roots, and Ms. Doll commented on how far it has come and future goals for the PA program.

 

Click here for photos from the 2010 ceremony.

 

Last Updated on Friday, 21 May 2010 16:01
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