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Even rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of those who attended the 8th Annual GW Blush Luncheon to benefit the GW Mammovan. The Ritz-Carlton rolled out a pink carpet in honor of the event, and Washington DC’s only mobile mammography unit was proudly on display for tours. Dr. Robert Kelly, CEO of The…
Danielle C. exercises religiously and makes her health a priority, so when she was suddenly diagnosed with a serious and rare brain condition at age 27, it was a shock. While exercising, she felt a sharp pain in her head that continued to bother her for the next couple of days. “It was the worst…
Minor foot wounds such as blisters or cuts can cause serious complications if left unattended. This is even more true in people living with diabetes, because these patients often experience a loss of sensation in their lower extremities.
“As a side effect of poorly controlled blood sugar over time…
Want to make your brown eyes blue? You've got lots of company. Decorative contact lenses have grown more and more popular. Young people especially like them. You can even find contacts that look like cat eyes or sports team logos.
You can buy contacts with no prescription at some beauty salons,…
It's important to see your eye healthcare professional regularly to help avoid or reduce vision problems.
Common eye problems include blurred vision, halos, blind spots, and floaters. Blurred vision refers to the loss of sharpness of vision and not being able to see small details. Blind…
With one in five Americans developing skin cancer by age 70, it’s imperative to know your skin cancer risk and watch for early warning signs. Growing up spending summers in the sun can take a toll later in life.
Exercise is imperative for a long, healthy life. Thankfully, you don’t have to work out at the intensity of a professional athlete to reap the benefits. The downside of that fact is that you may not be as optimally conditioned, or stretch like you should, without the guidance of athletic trainers…
Medical cannabis is finally gaining ground, having the opportunity to prove its legitimacy in the healing sphere. Its availability and uses have extended beyond glaucoma and cancer patients, and societal acceptance of cannabis as a treatment option has improved.
To understand the differences…
Dr. Adam Friedman, Department of Dermatology shares a home remedy for eczema on hands. See full article here.
Dr. Adam Friedman, and Dr. Ilana DeLuca of the Department of Dermatology share ways to help you break the itch-scratch cycle. See full article here.