Jacob Phillips

Multi-Media Journalist at WVIR-TV (Charlottesville, VA)

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UVA Health launches clinic to diagnose and treat overlooked brain condition

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A clinic at UVA Health is focusing on a lesser-known, but serious, brain condition that often mimics other illnesses and is commonly overlooked. Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, or NPH, is caused by a buildup of excess fluid in the brain and can lead to symptoms like walking difficulties, memory problems, and more. One UVA Health expert is leading a new clinic aiming to improve diagnosis and treatment for patients who might otherwise be misdiagnosed.
Tips on beating the extreme heat as summer begins

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - With summer officially starting, fire officials are urging the public to take extra precautions, especially with extreme heat expected next week. Officials are reminding everyone to stay cool, hydrated, and aware. They say it’s especially important to look out for those most vulnerable, like the elderly, young children, and those with health issues.
River View Farm tour brings history to life for Juneteenth

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - On this Juneteenth, a piece of central Virginia’s history gave students and the public a first-hand look at one family’s journey from enslavement to empowerment. The historic River View Farm at Ivy Creek Natural Area is more than just a building. It’s a storybook made of wood and memories.
Charlottesville police to host gun buyback

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Charlottesville Police Department is taking a step toward addressing gun violence with a new initiative Friday, June 20. Officers will host a gun buyback event at Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. People can turn in unwanted firearms no questions asked and receive gift cards in return. Police say each weapon must be unloaded and transported safely. The goal is to remove guns from Charlottesville’s streets.
UVA expands prostate cancer awareness campaigning

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - In recognition of Men’s Mental Health Month, UVA Cancer Center is expanding its ‘Stay in the Game’ campaign, a grassroots program focused on raising awareness about prostate cancer and encouraging early screening. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men, and Black men are twice as likely to die from it compared to white men. The initiative aims to break the stigma through community events, outreach, and a new educational toolkit.
M-Cubed program builds math skills and confidence for young Black students

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) — A summer program is giving Black students in Charlottesville and Albemarle County a head start in the classroom and a deeper connection to culture. The M-Cubed Academy is back for another year, helping middle school students build confidence in math and in life. M-Cubed is short for men, math, and mission, and the program goes well beyond the classroom.
Albemarle-based THC seltzer distributed across Virginia

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - A new kind of drink is hitting store shelves in Virginia, stirring up more than just taste buds. A hemp-derived THC seltzer is now being legally sold and distributed across the state. But while the buzz is real, so are the challenges for people behind the product. “In Virginia, we already have stricter hemp laws than most states do as it is on a state level. We’re only allowed to do 2 milligrams per sealed container.
Charlottesville-area restaurants offer discount to help spread awareness of sickle cell disease

1 week ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Charlottesville-area restaurants are raising awareness and showing support for sickle cell disease this Juneteenth, giving diners special treats and discounts simply for saying “I’m aware.”Sickle cell disease is a serious, inherited blood disorder affecting about 100,000 Americans, mostly Black. Diners can enjoy 29% off meals or free drinks and deserts, all while learning more about a condition that remains unfunded and often misunderstood.
9th annual Black Business Expo this weekend

2 weeks ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The 9th annual Charlottesville-Albemarle Black Business Expo Saturday, June 14, takes place right alongside the Jefferson School’s Juneteenth celebration. Since 2017 the event has brought together local, Black-owned businesses, featuring vendor booths, business panel discussions, a pitch contest, and live entertainment for all ages. “It’s really about community building,” United Way of Greater Charlottesville CEO Ravi Cooper said.
UVA Cancer Center partners with community to tackle cancer rates across Virginia and West Virginia

2 weeks ago | 29news.com | Jacob Phillips

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Reducing the burden of cancer across Virginia and West Virginia. That’s the goal of a new roadmap developed at the University of Virginia. The UVA Cancer Center’s Community Advisory Council, or CAC, serves 87 counties, many of which have higher cancer death rates than the national average. Now the council has a new plan focused on prevention, early detection, and improving access to care.