Santa Claus made a memorable entrance in Roanoke today, trading his sleigh for some ropes and a little help from Roanoke Fire EMS. Along with his elves, Santa spread holiday cheer to children at Carilion Children’s Hospital, offering a much-needed break for families spending the holidays in the hospital.

This month, Carilion marked 119 lives saved across the country through organ donations.

Carilion Clinic recently conducted a community health assessment which gives a clearer picture of the health needs in our community.

A new addition to the Star City skyline is on the horizon, as Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital unveils progress on its Crystal Spring Tower.

A new employee at Carilion Clinic is lending a helping paw and an attentive ear to patients in need. Wali, a Saint Francis Service Dog, is making history as the Roanoke Valley’s first pediatric facility dog at Carilion Children’s Tanglewood Center.

For the Dr. Robert L.A. Keeley Healing Arts Program, art takes center stage in the healing journey.

The CDC estimates 1 in 7 adults have chronic kidney disease. In Virginia, there are currently over 2,300 people on the state’s wait list for a kidney transplant. Carilion Clinic said the need for kidney transplants is expected to increase by nearly 35% over the next five years in our region. Yet, the nearest transplant center is a 2-4 hour drive away. Carilion is working to change that, but the final decision is up to the Virginia Department of Health.

Sickle cell disease is a rare genetic blood disorder that affects every aspect of a person’s life. Predominately impacting people of color, the disease has long been misunderstood by the community and even doctors. It’s also historically come with some unfair stigmas. Carilion Clinic Sickle Cell Collaborative is holding an awareness walk this Saturday.

Carilion Clinic is bringing sports medicine professionals directly to the athletes.

Luke Shaffer, born at 23 weeks, has faced nearly 20 brain surgeries in his two years, with his family enduring countless challenges and showing remarkable resilience.

Neffy, a new nasal spray for Epinephrine, offers a needle-free alternative to the EpiPen for treating severe allergic reactions and is expected to be available by late September.

After more than five decades of commitment to Carilion Clinic, CEO Nancy Howell Agee has announced her retirement, effective Sept. 30.

Former U.S. Ambassador Nicholas F. Taubman and his wife, Jenny have donated a $25 million gift towards a new building and expanded cancer program at Carilion Clinic.

Carilion Clinic announced it is teaming up with Ensemble Health Partners to take over billing and payments.

A dozen local high school students got hands-on health care during the annual Camp Carilion.

June 19 is World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. It's observed each year with the goal to increase understanding of sickle cell disease, and the challenges facing patients, families and caregivers. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that impacts every aspect of a person’s life. Throughout history, it's long been misunderstood and medical professionals with Carilion say the disease has even come with some pretty unfair stigmas.

Leaving children in hot cars, often due to routine distractions, results in tragic and preventable deaths, prompting calls for advanced safety regulations and technology.

Reshaping the way we interact with doctors and receive medical supplies; you may have noticed a drone flying above Carilion's Roanoke campus over the past year. Carilion is using that drone to deliver medical supplies by air across sites on campus. The technology could have wider implications for the future of tele-health and remote monitoring.

The first part of the plaza, Market on Melrose, is set to open at the end of this year.

Access to medical care for children just got a bit easier in the New River Valley with the opening of their pediatrics specialty clinic.

The panelists featured anesthesiologist Dr. Abdullah Brown, OR and ER nurse Lana, and urologist Dr. Mazen Hasan.

A new community program is putting food on the plates of cancer patients.

Luke Shaffer was born at only 23 weeks old - and has been a fighter ever since.

Carilion is training to respond quickly to heart attacks in honor of Heart Health Month. Carilion is nationally recognized for it's heart response, and how quickly it's doctors can perform advanced lifesaving care. Learn about the critical difference that timely response can make in the event of a heart emergency and how Carilion's medical team is dedicated to saving lives. Discover firsthand what happens behind the scenes when 911 is called for a heart attack and witness the efforts to make every minute count.

As the population is aging, doctors are projecting a substantial increase in the number of hip, knee, and shoulder replacements in the next decade. Now, Carilion is re-starting educational sessions called Points on Joints to help navigate the process.

To provide lifesaving transplants for patients who need it most in southwest Virginia, Carilion Clinic is working to start an adult kidney transplant program.

We spoke with an oncologist at Carilion, who said stomach cancer rates have gone down drastically in the last 100 years, currently making up less than one percent of cancers in America.

Carilion opened four new operating rooms at Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital on Wednesday.

Aubrey Scaletta who lost both feet in a tragic freak accident is now defying odds hoping to dance again.

If you’re still looking for a way to give back this year, Carilion Clinic is still in need of gift donations.

It's nothing short of miracle. Aubrey Scaletta from the New River Valley lost both her feet in an accident while riding in her father's pickup truck. After six surgeries, Aubrey is defying odds, not only walking, but dancing.

You can show your appreciation for a family member or friend while also making a difference through Carilion Clinic’s Lights of Love Christmas trees.

Another step forward for the state-of-the-art expansion at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.

HopeDriven will host their fifth-annual toy drive this Saturday.

The sad news reinforces the importance of heart health.

A new space to meet the mental health needs of the community. That's the goal of Carilion clinic's new mental health facility at Tanglewood mall.

This weekend, LewisGale and Carilion Clinic are taking swings at heart disease, for the annual “Homers for Hearts” charity softball game at Salem Memorial Ballpark.

Mom Kim Shaffer reflects on her experience with the Carilion NICU, after her son was born at just 23 weeks.

Carilion is hosting an electronics recycling event in Blacksburg on August 26, to benefit their cancer center.

Local youth volunteers are sponsoring a clothing drive at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital staff came to a kitten’s rescue on Monday morning.

The chair of pediatrics at Carilion Children's is warning that the poor air quality and its health effects can "linger."

Authorities are currently at the scene of the Carilion New River Valley Medical Center in Christiansburg, investigating an incident that occurred Sunday morning.

Two separate shootings left one man dead and two others injured less than 12 hours before Roanoke's gun buyback event.

Family and friends in Roanoke are breathing a sigh of relief now that a young girl involved in a freak accident is home.The community is pitching in to help by raising money for her medical bills.Six-year-old Aubrey Scaletta had been at Carilion after she lost her feet in a freak accident. Doctors reattached them.Empty Tomb Motorcycle Ministry is hosting a ride where anyone can join. It’s happening July 8th at Exalted Ministries. The ride begins on Williamson Road in Roanoke and continues to Radford University.

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital has a new tool to offer the least invasive surgical care for patients.

The Better Business Bureau serving Western Virginia has recently learned of a scam that is impacting local businesses.

Carilion Clinic is testing out drone delivery to transport critical medical supplies or medication.

With the sun out in full force this summer, sunscreen is a necessity. Luckily for Splash Valley guests, getting burnt won’t be a worry.

One local group is trying to turn their passion for sewing into a smile.

A new addition at Mill Mountain Zoo is open for kids to enjoy.

Carilion Clinic is celebrating Research Day — a chance for medical students from all the schools associated with the hospital to show off their work.

Carilion Clinic is expanding its footprint at Tanglewood Mall in Roanoke County to better meet the needs of the community.

The proceeds from this year's game went to Carilion Children’s Hematology & Oncology.

Fourth-year students at Virginia Tech Carilion are finding out where they will begin their residencies.

Carilion is reaching a new COVID-19 milestone – closing its two drive-thru testing centers.

As news broke that former president Jimmy Carter entered hospice care, 10 News spoke with a local expert about what hospice is.

As progress is made on Carilion’s Crystal Spring Tower build, there’s also progress happening inside the walls.

February is Cancer Prevention Month, and there are easy things you can do to prevent certain cancers.

A new dental residency program to address children’s dental needs is coming to the Carilion Clinic at Tanglewood.

After he spent four months in the hospital, he got to go home for Christmas and defied the odds

To bring more awareness to mental health struggles, even here in Virginia, Mountain Lake Lodge is partnering with Carilion Clinic Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Services to support the many initiatives critical to helping those in need, Stone said.

The "tripledemic" refers to the rising number of cases of RSV, flu and COVID-19.

This holiday season, Carilion’s Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Inpatient Unit and Carilion Children’s Hospital are working hand-in-hand to host a toy and clothing drive for hospitalized children and teens.

The goal of the program is to reduce stress and provide an outlet for patients during medical treatment.

Schools in our region have been impacted already, and others have closed because of many student and staff illnesses.

Carilion Children's celebrated National Literacy Month by handing out free books to patients

Why a focus on Virginia’s most in demand industries could be the answer to less student debt.

Carilion's outpatient mental health unit will move into 37,000 square feet of Tanglewood Mall

According to Carilion, one of the most common injuries in children on Halloween is caused by being hit by a car.

The renovation features expanded brand new operating rooms, high-tech equipment, and more

Authorities have identified the woman who died after being hit by a car in a Carilion Clinic parking lot.

Decreased immunity, vaccination rates, and people not wearing masks could lead to a rise in cases, according to Dr. Baffoe-Bonnie

Why a focus on Virginia’s most in demand industries could be the answer to less student debt.

Carilion hosted a town hall Tuesday to help parents talk to their kids about gun violence.

Juanita Prada beat childhood cancer twice and is now an advocate using her organization, "BeholdBegold."

Carilion said that this level generally allows one visitor for adult patients in the inpatient setting.

Starting Wednesday morning, Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital will no longer allow visitors, with some exceptions.

A local family's toy drive keeps their son's memory alive - with the help of the New River Valley community.

The Kirk family of Roanoke donated $1 million to the Carilion Cancer Center earlier in August.

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital is gaining national recognition once again.

Even though the baby girls are just getting started on this journey of life, their battles have already begun.

June 19th is World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. It’s observed annually to increase public knowledge and understanding of the disease and the challenges associated with it.

A beloved children’s book character has come to life and made his way to the Star City.

Big savings are coming to Carilion Clinic as healthy habits are generating revenue and energy.

Carilion Clinic is leading groundbreaking research on concussions and brain injuries.

In order to better diagnose and treat patients before they even get to the ER, Carilion Clinic is partnering with local first responders in the Roanoke Valley to test out new ultrasound equipment.

Carilion Clinic announced a change to its visitor guidelines for patients on Friday.

Carilion Clinic needs your help bringing a little Christmas spirit to kids this holiday season.

LewisGale is now the latest to get in line with a vaccine mandate.

The Roanoke Valley continues to be a leader in medical research and education as Virginia Tech and Carilion officially opened the $90-million, 139,000-square-foot Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech Carilion.

If you have children, you may have experienced the struggle of trying to properly install a car seat.

Health officials in the Roanoke Valley say they are seeing an increase in demand for COVID-19 vaccines for kids.

Some Roanokers are asking for the city’s help dealing with a major headache.

As the coronavirus pandemic slows down, doctors are dealing with an increase in patients for other causes.

The pedestrian bridge near Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital is getting a new look as employees become artists and paint a mural.

As the temperature rises, so does the risk of hot car deaths for children and pets.

Our local hospitals help people heal from all kinds of injuries, but Carilion is working to help survivors of life-altering traumas even after they’re discharged,

On National Nurses Day, local nurses are sharing their experiences from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Persevering through a rare genetic disorder, a Roanoke nurse overcomes job hunt challenges to land an opportunity.