Jen Lewis

Virginia Beach

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How an eye check can help your child have a clear start to the school year

Aug 21, 2024 | wtkr.com | Jen Lewis

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — There are lots of things to check on as the school year gets underway and vision should be one of them. The ability to see clearly is imperative to our childrens' education. However, sometimes vision issues are not obvious. Jen Lewis spoke with a local doctor of optometry about what to be on the lookout for. Dr. Deanna Ritenour with Beach Eye Care said, “Students might squint their eyes if they’re trying to see better.
'It was like she was brainwashed:' Va. mom on daughter's use of Discord

Aug 15, 2024 | wtkr.com | Brendan Ponton |David Lance |Margaret Kavanagh |Jen Lewis

NORFOLK, Va. — A Northern Virginia mom is calling for more protections for children online, including the social media platform Discord, after her daughter used the site. Discord lets people chat online in conversations of interest to the users, but the mom, Leslie, says her daughter was part of chats that were disturbing.
Head lice can crawl through the start of the school year

Aug 15, 2024 | wtkr.com | Jen Lewis

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — As we gear up for back-to-school, buying school supplies, backpacks, clothes and shoes, there is something else you might consider: head lice prevention. The start of the academic year is a time when lice become more prevalent. Jen Lewis sat down with Julie Burbank, a Virginia Beach woman who has been treating lice for 20 years. She's the owner of Let’s Be P.A.L.S. Virginia Beach Lice Treatment. “We have a big influx when school starts...
Front desk volunteer at Sentara VB General Hospital honored for 35 years of service

Aug 6, 2024 | wtkr.com | Jen Lewis

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Jen Lewis stopped by Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital to present this week’s Everyday Hero Award to a long-time volunteer. Her name is Sally Williams. Ms. Williams has been volunteering her time for 35 years. She arrives at least two days a week to her post at the front desk. Sonia Cooper, a registered nurse with the hospital, shared her thoughts with Jen about Ms. Sally. “At Sentara, our mission is to improve health every day...
Why Lyme disease often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed

Aug 3, 2024 | wtvr.com | Jen Lewis

Chesapeake, Va. — Do you enjoy hiking, spending time outdoors, or working in the yard? If so, you’re at risk for Lyme disease. Case numbers go up during the summer months, so Jen Lewis sat down with a couple of local experts to learn more. Lisa Engle, an epidemiologist with the Virginia Department of Health, said Lyme disease is "a bacterial illness transmitted by ticks, by the blacklegged tick.”The blacklegged tick is also referred to as the deer tick.
Why Lyme disease often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed

Jul 30, 2024 | wtkr.com | Jen Lewis

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Do you enjoy hiking, spending time outdoors, or working in the yard? If so, you’re at risk for Lyme disease. Case numbers go up during the summer months, so Jen Lewis sat down with a couple of local experts to learn more. Lisa Engle, an epidemiologist with the Virginia Department of Health, said Lyme disease is "a bacterial illness transmitted by ticks, by the blacklegged tick.”The blacklegged tick is also referred to as the deer tick.
The growing popularity of concierge medicine

Jul 23, 2024 | wtkr.com | Jen Lewis

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — The healthcare system has become overwhelmed. It is tough on patients and tough of providers. Jen Lewis discovered concierge or retainer medicine is one-way doctors are adjusting and spent some time with two local doctors using that model as well as two of their patients. Dr. Brant Thomas with Lifeway Concierge Medicine in Virginia Beach switched to this type of care in 2013 and told Jen, “Concierge medicine is personalized health care.
Hilton Park Beach, parts of Buckroe Beach in Hampton under swim advisories

Jul 11, 2024 | wtkr.com | Brendan Ponton |Jen Lewis |Jay Greene |Marc Davis

HAMPTON, Va. — The following beaches in Hampton Roads and/or Northeast North Carolina are under swim advisories. The advisories were issued due to bacteria levels in the water that exceed the state water quality standard, unless indicated otherwise. Beaches under swim advisories:Buckroe Beach South located at the end of South Resort Road by the James T Wilson Fishing Pier. Advisory issued on July 10. Buckroe Beach Middle located by the Buckroe Beach park and pavilion. Advisory issued on July 10.
7 facts you didn't know about 7-Eleven in Virginia on 7/11

Jul 11, 2024 | wtkr.com | Brendan Ponton |Jen Lewis |Jay Greene |Marc Davis

On this day, July 11, also known as 7-Eleven day, the convenience store giant welcomes guests to come in for a free Slurpee. But you may not know that Virginia has unique status in the U.S. with 7-Eleven stores. Here are some fun facts and stats about the 7-Elevens in Virginia. 1. Virginia has the fourth-most 7-Eleven stores in the U.S. with approximately 900 locations. 2.
Hampton Roads is a heartworm hot spot for our pets

Jul 10, 2024 | wtkr.com | Jen Lewis

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — Our pets are part of the family. We want them to be healthy and happy and to live long lives. One disease that can plague dogs, cats, and ferrets is heartworms. Jen Lewis recently paid a visit to a Virginia Beach woman and her dog, Gumbo, who a few years ago, was in bad shape. “He was a transfer from Louisiana. He was in the kennels and had severe heartworms. I believe he was stage 3 and he coughed up a heartworm in the kennels,” explained Laura Poole.