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Our Understanding of Eating Heart Healthy Is Evolving. This NoVA …

WEBHigh blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels, diabetes, and obesity are health conditions that increase the risk of heart disease–and all are connected to what …

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These stories of what inspires local doctors will brighten your day

WEBThis patient has now been living with cancer for more than 30 years. She has a great quality of life, exercises regularly and eats well, and she’s not going to let …

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Here's how area hospitals are getting even better

WEBHere’s how area hospitals are getting even better. These are the latest updates—from campus expansions to cutting-edge technologies—on how NoVA’s …

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Crisis Receiving Center Plan in Prince William County Moving …

WEBThe plans call for 16 crisis stabilization beds for adults, 16 recliners where people can remain for 23 hours of observation, and eight recliners and eight beds for …

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National Nursing Shortage: Causes and Impacts

WEBPatient Impact. Patients feel the ripple effect of the nursing shortage. An understaffed hospital can lead to long wait times and higher occupancy rates, which …

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The opioid crisis is in Northern Virginia

WEBIn Virginia, 1,507 opioid deaths in 2017 put the drug as the leading cause of unnatural death in the state, ahead of firearms-related deaths (which saw 1,041 deaths …

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9 Top Doctors Answer Questions About Their Specialties

WEB9 Top Docs Share Information on Themselves, Their Fields, and Memorable Patients. Hear from some of the best physicians in our region, in specialties ranging …

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Inova Fairfax Hospital Ranked No. 1 in DC, Virginia, and NoVA

WEBBy Colleen Kelleher August 1, 2023. Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church ranked No. 1 on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals in Northern Virginia, Virginia, and across the …

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Looking for a Healthier Lifestyle

WEBEat Your Fruits and Veggies. “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.”. There’s a good reason for that saying. Fruits and vegetables are a valuable part of a …

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A guide to the massive fitness facility The St. James

WEBThe massive, 450,000-square-foot fitness destination offers sports leagues, dining, family activities and more. The St. James, the luxury health and wellness center …

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These Next-Level Luxury Fitness Clubs Are Changing Gym Culture …

WEBThe 25,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility features a modern space with elite fitness amenities, including strength and conditioning equipment, a cycling studio, …

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Meningococcal Disease Outbreak Spreads to Northern Virginia

WEBMeningococcal Disease Outbreak Spreads to Northern Virginia. There have been 32 cases of the disease since June 2022, and a Northern Virginia man’s family …

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How Important Is a Good Night's Sleep

WEBBut, although we get short-term benefits for getting more work done, the long-term detriments of lack of sleep are pretty profound.”. The National Sleep …

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Inova Plans to Start Building New Springfield, Alexandria Hospitals

WEBThe Falls Church–based health system filed building permits for both. Once approved, construction could start on the $612 million Springfield hospital near the …

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Heart Health: Risk Factors Women Should Not Ignore

WEBSeveral of these are pregnancy-related risks factors: Preeclampsia, a condition in pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure; Preterm birth; Gestational …

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15 Tips for Navigating the Healthcare System in NoVA

WEBHow to Choose a Hospital. Do your homework. Some hospitals have Yelp reviews. There is also a relatively new website from the Centers for Medicare and …

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Fairfax County Opens Wellness Center for First Responders

WEBBy Will Vitka June 13, 2023. Fairfax County opened a public safety wellness center for the county’s first responders Monday. It’s a first of its kind in the NoVA area. Officials said …

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New Virginia Laws Go into Effect in January

WEBNew Virginia Laws Go into Effect in January. From medical insurance to tax exemptions, here’s what will change in Virginia law starting in 2024. By Maggie Roth …

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OAK Health Club opens in Ashburn

WEBOAK Health Club, a 20,000-square-foot fitness center, recently opened at the intersection of Route 7 and Riverside Parkway in Ashburn. Among its amenities are …

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