Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

06/09/2026

A preliminary study led by Dr. Timothy Cannon, Sheridan Director, Molecular Tumor Board, Co-Director, Gastrointestinal Cancer Program, Inova Schar Cancer, examined 94 runners (ages 35 to 50) who had completed multiple marathons or ultramarathons.

Nearly half had colon polyps, and about 15% had advanced polyps, which can sometimes develop into cancer. Dr. Cannon suggested extreme running may temporarily divert blood away from the gut to the legs, potentially affecting the intestinal lining over time.

A larger follow-up study is now underway to better understand the findings.

If you’re an endurance athlete and have persistent gastrointestinal issues like cramping or re**al bleeding, it’s important to see a doctor. 🩺

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Qrss10

A preliminary study found nearly half of a sample group of marathon runners had colon polyps, which can sometimes lead to cancer. Timothy Cannon, an oncologist and lead author on the study, suggests extreme running may divert blood from the gut to the legs, which deprives gut cells of blood and oxyg...

06/05/2026

From your 20s through your 70s and beyond, small steps today can make a meaningful difference in your future health. Knowing your risk, staying on top of screenings, and building healthy habits all play a role.

Not sure where to start? Use this guide as a reminder of what matters in each decade and talk with your doctor about what is right for you.

Prevention is lifelong. And it starts with a conversation.

Learn more: Inova.org/PrimaryCare

06/04/2026

We were honored to celebrate more than 1,000 team members with 25+ years of service to Inova during a special Washington Nationals game at Nationals Park. ⚾️ ✨

During pre-game ceremonies, we recognized 6 team members on the field whose combined service represents 313 years of dedication to Inova.

What an incredible evening celebrating the commitment, compassion and impact of our long-serving team members. We are deeply grateful for everything you do. 💙

06/03/2026

✨ We're honored to be ranked 3rd on Modern Healthcare's 15 Top Health Systems® of 2026 Powered by Premier.

This recognition looks at how health systems perform across clinical outcomes, operational efficiency and patient experience – basically how well care works for patients and communities.

Big shoutout to our incredible team members who make this happen every day. 💙

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4u9Cvpr

06/01/2026

🏳️‍🌈🌈 Happy Pride Month! At Inova, we strive to ensure every person who walks through our doors feels safe, valued and respected for who they are.

Throughout this month, our Inova Pride Team Member Resource Group is bringing people together through events and conversations that celebrate identity, inspire inclusion and strengthen belonging.

Together, we are building a healthier, more welcoming community where everyone can thrive. 🌈💖

05/29/2026

✨ Juneteenth celebration! Celebrate Black heritage, culture and community with activities for all ages – featuring food trucks, music, games, educational seminars, live performances and more.

Hosted by Inova’s Black Leader Advisory Council Team Member Resource Group, this event welcomes our community, team members, and their families.

🗓️ Saturday, June 13 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Inova Center for Personalized Health (ICPH) campus
8100 Innovation Park Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031

✨ Juneteenth blood drive
🗓️ June 13 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 ICPH campus
1 in 3 African American blood donors is a match for a patient with sickle cell disease. Your donation can make a lifesaving difference.
👉 Schedule your appointment: https://bit.ly/GiveBloodJuneteenth

🩺 Health screenings
🗓️ June 13 | 10 a.m.–2:40 p.m.
📍 Inova Saville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center’s mobile screening bus
Routine mammogram screenings will be available on site to help support early detection and preventive care.
👉 Schedule your mammogram: https://bit.ly/JuneteenthHealthScreenings

05/28/2026

Dr. Steven Nathan, Schar Chair of Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplant at Inova and chair of the Steering Committee for the global TETON program, presented the TETON-1 study findings at the 2026 American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference in May. The study was simultaneously published in The New England Journal of Medicine, with Dr. Nathan serving as first author.

The study showed that inhaled treprostinil (Tyvaso) helped preserve lung function and reduced the risk of clinical worsening in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a serious progressive lung disease that causes permanent scarring of the lungs – bringing the drug one step closer to regulatory approval for this use.

Dr. Christopher King, Associate Medical Director of the Advanced Lung Disease Program at Inova Fairfax Hospital, served as Inova's site principal investigator. Inova enrolled the highest number of participants in the pivotal study.

Read the study: https://bit.ly/4dMIeey

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.

Inova’s We Who Serve Team Member Resource Group laid wreaths in honor of Memorial Day across Inova to pay tribute to these heroes and honor the families who carry their legacy forward. Their service will never be forgotten.

05/20/2026

Two FREE support groups – register now! On the 4th Tuesday of every month, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital hosts two support groups for our community:

🧠 Stroke Survivor Support Group
For stroke survivors focused on reducing risk, building healthy habits, learning self-care tips and accessing community resources.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/5akaeu72

💙 Caregiver Support Group
For caregivers offering support around caregiver strain and burnout, role changes, grief and loss, resources and self-care.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/224f8wxh

05/19/2026

If you don't have symptoms, do you still need to get screened for colon cancer? That's one of the most common questions patients ask.

📽️ Chief of Inova Gastroenterology Dr. Ivan Harnden answers key questions about colon cancer screening, including:

🤔 Do I need screening if I feel fine?
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 If no one in my family has had colon cancer, am I still at risk?
😟 Does a colonoscopy hurt?
🗓️ When should screening start?

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ukeVqJ