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As activity around Virginia college campuses is winding down for summer break, construction crews in Roanoke are working hard on the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute (VTC). In this issue, we explore the joint effort between Virginia Tech and Carilion Clinic which is scheduled to open in 2010. The school will be noteworthy for its infusion of economic and health benefits to Southwest Virginia and for its innovative interdisciplinary style of education.

Speaking of new additions, Culpeper Regional Hospital achieved international distinction when it was recognized by the World Health Organization as a “baby-friendly” hospital. Through hard work from its nursing staff and other health-care professionals, the hospital was the only one in the state to be honored for its commitment to educating mothers about the importance of breast-feeding.

For our Stress Relief feature, we get behind the wheel with Bennie Wallace, director of nursing at Home IV Care and Nutritional Care in Stuart’s Draft. No, she’s not an aspiring racecar driver, but an avid pottery maker. She explains how putting her fingers to the clay eases the tension from a long work day and leaves her with a sense of peace, even if, in the end, the pot collapses.

Our featured recipe is a healthier alternative to a standard Southern summer staple. Mixing up a batch of white tea at your Fourth of July picnic will surely make you a crowd pleaser!

As always, please send us your feedback. We love hearing about the interesting stress relievers, community activities and accomplishments from nurses across the state. We want to continue to tell your story!