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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…

March is National Nutrition Month: This year's theme is ‘Go Further With Food’, a reminder to us all to fill our diet with nutrient-rich foods and to reduce waste. Our dietitians shares some advice and recipes on eating healthy.

Dr. Michael Olding, Cosmetic Surgeon, comments on why it’s a bad idea to pop your pimples. See full article here.

1. What are the top health apps you use or recommend? Any fitness app that works for you. The most important thing is to find one that is easy to use and makes sense for the individual. 2. Why did you choose your particular specialty? I chose my specialty as it allows me to help patients achieve a…

Dr. Michael G. Knight & Dr. Ginger Winston Receive Certification by the American Board of Obesity Medicine as ABOM diplomats

For American Hearth Month, the GW Heart & Vascular Institute's registered dietitian, Kelli Metzger, identified top heart-healthy mobile phone apps to help patients reach their nutrition and lifestyle goals.

NBC 4 covered the Dash4Dad annual four mile race that took place on Sunday June 17, 2012 to raise funds for ZERO, The Project to End Prostate Cancer, and The GW Medical Faculty Association.

Holidays bring joy — and food anxiety. How to cook, how to serve, and, finally, how much? In an era when we all seem to be on a diet, do you give in and make everything Grandma did? Today’s goal is not to re-create a Norman Rockwell painting, but to make a festive meal you will be happy to serve on…