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Insect bites and stings are a ubiquitous part of summer, and while most people suffer from the occasional irritating itch or painful sting, some can have serious allergic reactions to summer’s ...
As pandemic restrictions begin to ease, many employees are finding themselves in permanent hybrid mode: working at both the office and at home. Between sporadic commutes and screen-based days, ...
With beaches, pools, and sandal-ready weather, the summer is a time to give your feet a breather – but injuries and foot health should still be a top concern. Your feet are both vulnerable and ...
Warmer months bring outdoor events, including cookouts, campfires, and fireworks displays, but they also bring the risk of burns. Thermal burns, or skin injuries caused by an external heat ...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year the observance comes as the United States begins to roll back restrictions brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic, and even the ...
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, one persistent issue has emerged: Long COVID syndrome. About 10 to 30% of people diagnosed with COVID-19 suffer from lingering symptoms months after being ...
With the melting of winter snow and the arrival of warmer, sunnier days, springtime means spending more time outside. However, spring also brings allergies, which can make being outside ...
Approximately 1 in 4 women will develop a pelvic floor disorder (PFD) in their lifetimes, similar to the risk of developing diabetes, breast cancer, or heart disease. PFDs, however, don’t garner ...
Over the course of our lives, we use our knees a lot. After years of constant motion, wear-and-tear can result in a common form of arthritis called osteoarthritis, which destroys joint cartilage ...
During American Heart Month this February, we are reminded about the importance of taking care of our heart health. This reminder is perhaps even more important this year as we approach a year ...
Staying Engaged With People and Sticking to Routines Is Essential The COVID-19 pandemic has been disruptive and disorienting in ways that most people have never experienced in their lives. The ...
The approach of the holidays also means a homecoming for many students who have been away at college, and amid the COVID-19 pandemic making sure they can return safely is of utmost importance. ...
Staying active is a key factor in helping to stave off age-related conditions, but if you’re plagued with pain or discomfort in your feet or ankles it can be difficult to get your “steps” in. ...
Even rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of those who attended the 8 th Annual GW Blush Luncheon to benefit the GW Mammovan. The Ritz-Carlton rolled out a pink carpet in honor of the event, and ...
You've done your homework, made your plan, and tossed out all your cigarettes. Now the big day is here. It's day one of your plan to quit smoking. You've probably heard that nicotine withdrawal ...
Dr. Adam Friedman , Department of Dermatology comments on how to keep your skin healthy while washing your hands. See full article here.
From food, to mental health, to school, help is available. Our partners at the GW Rodham Institute gathered a helpful list of resources for residents of the metropolitan DC region during the ...
Emergency physicians are now deploying a home-monitoring program for patients who test positive for COVID-19 in the emergency room but are then released from the hospital. Leading the program ...
We soon will be re-entering “normality.” The COVID-19 surge and social distancing will pass. Someday soon all of us who have sheltered in place, stood 6 feet apart, gloved and masked will ...
Over the course of more than 26 years at the George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates (GW MFA), Jack Saraza has worked in several roles and has grown to become a ...