Tag: health
Music is the key to addiction recovery
Recovery Unplugged, a new addiction treatment center in Seven Corners, uses music as a catalyst to help people change their lives. The center offers holistic treatment for mental and behavioral health, as well as detox for addiction, said Riley Osborne, the company’s chief growth officer, at an open house on Sept. 30. Recovery Unplugged … Continued
Health & Wellness: World-class boxing in Annandale
By Rachel Martin When Eric Zimmerman walks into his boxing gym in Annandale, he brings with him global experience, resilience, and a vision for community transformation. Zimmerman opened Z’s Boxing Gym in late 2024 at 4119 John Marr Drive in Annandale. Earlier this year, Zimmerman spent three months coaching Team USA at two world-class tournaments … Continued
Whitson and Walkinshaw disagree on everything
Congressional candidates James Walkinshaw (D) and Stewart Whitson (R) clashed on Medicaid cuts, immigration, tariffs, crime, and much more in an online forum hosted by the League of Women Voters on Aug. 18. The candidates are vying in a special election on Sept. 9 to represent Virginia’s 11th district in the U.S. House of Representatives. … Continued
Patient First offers sports physicals
If you’re child plans to play a sport in school or in a youth league, they’re going to need a sports physical. Patient First, a healthcare facility at 7042A Little River Turnpike in Annandale and a Taste of Annandale sponsor, is offering sports physicals on a walk-in basis. An appointment is not necessary. Patient First … Continued
Justice students encouraged to become Public Health Youth Ambassadors
Justice High School students interested in a health career are encouraged to apply for the Public Health Youth Ambassador Program’s fall 2025 cohort. The program offers instruction to students in grades 10-12 in learning about community health, teen mental health, and reducing opioid use. Students who qualify for the Youth Ambassador program take classes and … Continued
Toxic algae mats appear in Lake Accotink
Don’t wade or swim in Lake Accotink and don’t let your children or dog play in the water, the Virginia Department of Health warns That’s because there’s a toxic blue-green algae bloom in the lake. “Exposure to algal toxins may cause illness,” states a notice posted by VDH at the marina. “Call your doctor or … Continued
Culmore kids promote tap water
By Shane Gomez A local program is teaching students and residents in the Culmore area of Bailey’s Crossroads about the benefits of drinking tap water and the harm of single-use plastic. Friends of Holmes Run and Hispanics Against Child Abuse and Neglect (HACAN) are partnering on programming to discourage residents skeptical of tap water from … Continued
Medicaid cuts would harm Virginians and the state budget
The budget reconciliation bill expected to be passed by Congress would impose a significant burden on Virginia, including the elimination of Medicaid benefits and safety net assistance for hundreds of thousands of residents. The bill will result in a 21 percent cut in Medicaid for Virginia, state Sen. Saddam Salim (37th District-Merrifield) said at a … Continued
Summer course focuses on health careers
High school students and recent graduates interested in health careers are encouraged to sign up for Health and Medical 101, a new summer course from Fairfax County Public Schools’ Adult and Community Education (ACE) program. The course runs from June 23 to Aug. 11. Classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon, at the … Continued
Health & Wellness: Life lessons from a personal trainer
By Rachel Martin The owner of Connection Wellness in Annandale, Rachel Martin, contributes a periodic column on health and wellness issues. Rachel is an IMPACT Life Coach, and a Certified Personal Trainer. I believe it was Malcolm Gladwell who popularized the idea that it takes roughly 10,000 hours of practice to achieve mastery in any … Continued
Justice students honored for health project
A team from Justice High School won an award for “best group project” in the Fairfax County Health Department’s Youth Ambassadors program. Justice students Brenda Ferrufino-Cruz and Connor Morgan’s project was a plan to increase awareness of the early signs of a stroke. Seventeen students – from John Lewis and Mount Vernon high schools, as … Continued
Health clinic offers walk-in services
The Fairfax County Health Department is now offering walk-in hours for certain services on select days at all five clinic locations, including the one in Annandale. The clinic at the Heritage Human Services Center, at 7611 Little River Turnpike, Suite 400-E in the East Wing, is providing same day immunizations, pregnancy testing, maternity intake services, … Continued
Free speech screening for children offered at libraries
The Fairfax County Health Department is hosting free workshops on speech and hearing development and free speech screening for children ages 3-7 at selected libraries. The sessions will take place at these libraries in Mason District: The 30-minute workshops are designed for parents who want to learn more about speech and hearing development. Experts will … Continued
Health & Wellness: Nature walks
By Rachel Martin While the past couple of weeks have brought their fair share of unpredictable weather, the calendar officially says it’s spring. That means warmer days, a gentle breeze, green grass, and the beautiful return of life – in both people and plants. It’s the perfect time to step outside and enjoy everything Annandale … Continued
Introducing a new column: Health & Wellness
By Rachel Martin For years, Annandale Today has been an incredible source of local news, keeping our community informed and connected. I’m excited to introduce a new column on health and wellness, dedicated to highlighting the many ways we can improve our health, strength, and well-being right here in Annandale. A lifelong Annandale resident, I’m … Continued