Tag: health
Health & Wellness: You’re being sold a better life – thousands of times a day
By Rachel Martin The average person is exposed to somewhere between 4,000 and 10,000 advertisements every single day. At first, that number sounds ridiculous. But when you factor in social media, TV, podcasts, emails, billboards – it adds up quickly. And here’s the important part: The best ads don’t just sell products. They tap into … Continued
Health & Wellness: Manage your health with a DEXA scan
By Rachel Martin Imagine watching a basketball game and someone tells you one statistic afterwards: “That team made 10 three-pointers tonight.” What does that actually tell you? Not much. You don’t know if they won or lost the game. You don’t know how well they played defense. You don’t know how many shots they attempted. … Continued
Spanberger signs bills aimed at affordability
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed legislation passed by the General Assembly to make healthcare, housing, and energy more affordable and to keep children safe. “No Virginian should ever have to choose between seeing their doctor, paying their rent or mortgage, or keeping their lights on,” Spanberger said. “I am signing this legislation to respond to the … Continued
Sunrise Day Camp: a happy place for kids with cancer
Zeke, a 7-year-old, who spent 100 days in the hospital in the past year, is one of dozens of children affected by pediatric cancer who had a chance to experience life as a carefree kid at the Yes Day! Sunrise Day Camp on March 15. The children, from all over the D.C. area, came to … Continued
The Culmore Clinic relocates while its new home is built
The Culmore Clinic, a nonprofit that provides free and low-cost healthcare to lower-income residents of Seven Corners and Culmore, is temporarily relocating. The clinic plans to reopen next Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Columbia Crossroads Baptist Church at 3245 Glen Carlyn Road in Bailey’s Crossroads. “We will have all the same services, including primary care, optometry, … Continued
Relax at a Sensory Zone at the library
For residents who need a place to decompress, relax, and recharge, the George Mason Regional Library and three other branches offer a Wellness and Sensory Zone twice a month. Activities could include interactive sensory elements, puzzles and brain games, loose parts and building materials, art and craft supplies, soothing music, and self-care and wellness books. … Continued
Affordable housing project to include space for nonprofits
An affordable housing project coming to Columbia Pike in Bailey’s Crossroads will include space for two local nonprofits, Neighborhood Health and Second Story. The five-story building will have around 160 apartments – mostly two and three-bedroom units – along with community space reserved for organizations that serve area residents. It will be located on the … Continued
Third measles case reported in Northern Virginia in 2026
There has been a third measles case in Northern Virginia so far in 2026. The patient is a preschool-age child (0-4 years old) who recently traveled internationally, the Virginia Department of Health reported on Jan. 21. People who have been at these locations might have been exposed to the child with measles: This case is … Continued
Health & Wellness: One word to a more intentional way to step into 2026
By Rachel Martin It’s that time of year when most of us are scrambling for Christmas presents, searching for holiday recipes, and making sure all the necessary documents are submitted before year’s end. It can be a chaotic season – and not exactly the time you’d expect to start thinking about 2026. But as the … Continued
Anti-vape law is a buzz kill for retailers
A new law enacted by the Virginia General Assembly that restricts the sale of vape products is already claiming at least one casualty; the House of Vape in the Eastgate Shopping Center in Annandale is expected to close by the end of the year. The Virginia Code prohibits the sale, distribution, or resale of any … Continued
Health & Wellness: Letting go and finding health in the rhythm of fall
By Rachel Martin The crumbling sound of leaves plastering under my feet as I go on my daily walk is one of my favorite soothing sounds. It’s nature’s way of whispering that fall has arrived. The clear blue skies, the crisp 50-60-degree air, and the golden light filtering through the trees feel like a deep … Continued
Free dental procedures offered for veterans
Annandale Smiles, a dental practice on Ravensworth Road in central Annandale, is offering a free dental procedure to U.S. military veterans on Friday, Nov. 7. “This Veterans Day, we’re proud to give back to those who’ve served our country,” says Smiles. “This is our way of saying thank you for your service and dedication.” Complimentary … Continued
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