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VIDEO: “She Made Me a Whole New Tooth” (Patient Testimonial)
“She made me a whole new tooth…It was amazing.” A dental patient shares her experience receiving restorative care at The Health Wagon’s Owens & Hill Dental Health Clinic. After treatment that rebuilt her smile, she reflects on the skill and compassion of the dental team and the difference the care
VIDEO: “They Care for My Kids” (Patient Testimonial)
A longtime Health Wagon patient shares what the clinic has meant to him and his family over the years. After a workplace injury more than 25 years ago, he continues to deal with chronic pain and health issues, but says The Health Wagon has always been there when he needed
VIDEO: “I Am So Grateful” (Patient Testimonial)
“I’m grateful to see the sign “Jesus Saves” as I came in the door today because that gets the heart thinking about what the true identity needs to be, what the true feeling needs to be. And I am so grateful…” In this heartfelt testimonial, a patient shares her experience
VIDEO: Dental Hygienist Caitlin Stanley on Caring for Kids’ Smiles
In this short video recap, Caitlin Stanley, RDH, shares the heart behind The Health Wagon’s take on the national Give Kids a Smile outreach program. Caitlin discusses the importance of meeting children where they are and ensuring every child has access to quality dental care. She reflects on The Health
The Health Wagon and AstroAid Foundation Sign Landmark Agreement to Advance Space-Enabled Healthcare in Rural America Partnership will expand telemedicine, satellite connectivity, and innovative care delivery across SWVA
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE From: The Health Wagon, 5626 Patriot Drive/P.O. Box 7070, Wise, VA 24293 Contact: Dr. Teresa Owens Tyson, DNP, FNP-BC, President and CEO (drtysonnp@thehealthwagon.org) Mobile: 276-337-6848 Date of Release: 4/9/2026 The Health Wagon and AstroAid Foundation Sign Landmark Agreement to Advance Space-Enabled Healthcare in Rural America
The Health Wagon Announces Vision Partnership with the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation to Expand Access to Eye Care in Rural Appalachia Collaboration enhances access to comprehensive eye care services across rural Southwest Virginia
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE From: The Health Wagon, 5626 Patriot Drive/P.O. Box 7070, Wise, VA 24293 Contact: Dr. Teresa Owens Tyson, DNP, FNP-BC, President and CEO (drtysonnp@thehealthwagon.org) Mobile: 276-337-6848 Date of Release: 4/13/2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Health Wagon Announces Vision Partnership with the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation to Expand
Dr. Teresa Tyson, DNP named NRHA Rural Health Practitioner of the Year
NRHA announces 2026 Rural Health Award recipients The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) is proud to announce the association’s 2026 Rural Health Award recipients. NRHA’s Rural Health Awards are given each year to individuals and organizations in the field of rural health who have dedicated their time and talents to
Move Mountains Medical Mission “M7” Returns to Wise County July 10-11 for 27th Year with Veterinary Services
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release From: The Health Wagon, 5626 Patriot Drive/P.O. Box 7070, Wise, VA 24293 Contact: Dr. Teresa Owens Tyson, DNP, FNP-BC, President and CEO (drtysonnp@thehealthwagon.org), Phone: 276-328-8850, Mobile: 276-337-6848 Date of Release: May 14, 2026 Move Mountains Medical Mission “M7” Returns to Wise County July 10-11 for
The Health Wagon Plans for 5th Annual Davey’s Back to School Shuffle July 30 at Shelcy Mullins, Sr. Fairgrounds: An Event Unlike Any Other!
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release From: The Health Wagon, 5626 Patriot Drive/P.O. Box 7070, Wise, VA 24293 Contact: Dr. Teresa Owens Tyson, DNP, FNP-BC, President and CEO (drtysonnp@thehealthwagon.org) Mobile: 276-337-6848 Date of Release: May 27, 2026 The Health Wagon Plans for 5th Annual Davey’s Back to School Shuffle July 30
Health Wagon Collaborates with Harry Howe, Emory & Henry University, Dr. Mark Handy and Other Community Members to Host Free “Move Mountains Medical Mission M7” Community Health Event April 17–18 in Washington County, Va.
The Health Wagon is returning to Abingdon 4H Center April 18th and 19th 2026. See flyer for details on available services Washington County Virginia 2026 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE From: The Health Wagon, 5626 Patriot Drive/P.O. Box 7070, Wise, VA 24293 Contact: Dr. Teresa Owens Tyson, DNP, FNP-BC, President
Dickenson County Food Bank & Health Wagon Giveaway | February 26
ETSU–Health Wagon Health Fair | March 12–13, 2026
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release From: The Health Wagon, 5626 Patriot Drive/P.O. Box 7070, Wise, VA 24293 Contact: Dr. Teresa Owens Tyson, DNP, FNP-BC, President and CEO (drtysonnp@thehealthwagon.org), Mobile: 276-337-6848 Date of Release: 2/26/2026 Health Wagon’s Free Community Health Fair to be Held in Partnership with ETSU Health’s Quillen
Partnership Launches Appalachian Women’s Cervical Cancer Prevention Initiative
(Wise, Va.) — A collaboration for women’s health involving The Health Wagon, Liger Medical, and UVA Health aims to dramatically reduce cervical cancer deaths among women in Southwest Virginia through innovative technology and mobile care. This initiative is made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Emergency Rural Health Care
Video: A Rare Diagnosis — A Male Breast Cancer Survivor Shares His Story
During our nationwide mattress giveaway in partnership with United Breast Cancer Foundation, The Health Wagon had the privilege of meeting a male breast cancer survivor who traveled from Kentucky to pick up his mattress. He shared openly about how physically and emotionally draining cancer treatment can be—and how rare male
Video: Behind the Scenes: How Our Team Delivered 150 Mattresses
From behind the scenes, Robbie Barker, a member of the The Health Wagon team, shares what it has truly meant to help deliver 150 mattresses to survivors in our community. As he helps coordinate each pickup, Robbie reflects on the deep, personal conversations he has with survivors—listening to their stories,