Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of July.
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Motorcycle groups delivered toys, games, and books to children receiving treatment at UVA Health Children’s hospital as part of a Christmas in July event today.
The donation boosted morale by giving patients and families extra joy during a quiet season.
Motorcycle groups delivered toys, books and games today at UVA Health Children’s Hospital as part of a Christmas in July drive, aiming to lift the spirits of young patients treated at the Battle Building.
Organizers planned the event to bring extra joy during treatment.
Motorcycle groups delivered toys, books, and games to children at UVA Health Children’s, brightening hospital stays with a Christmas in July spirit.
The delivery brought joy to young patients during treatment.
🏥 Health
U.Va. Health is now offering Hepzato—a treatment for uveal melanoma that has spread to the liver—via a minimally invasive four-hour procedure available only with a physician referral.
Doctors say the therapy may help extend life and improve quality of life.
Virginia hospitals saw a 49% jump in self-pay ER visits — rising from 272,185 in 2022 to 405,584 in 2025 and making up nearly 10% of 1.35 million visits.
The increase comes before planned Medicaid cuts that could further strain hospital budgets.
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