health

Ward 7 councilwoman Yvette Alexander has her blood pressure taken at a kidney disease screening in March at Pennsylvania Avenue Baptist Church. (Photo: George Washington University)

Kidney Health

GW Launches Kidney Health Campaign in DMV The George Washington University Ron & Joy Paul Kidney Center has launched a kidney health education campaign in the DMV, which has the highest prevalence of kidney disease in the U.S. Advertisements encouraging residents to check
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Activated Charcoal

The Beauty Benefits Of Activated Charcoal I was in the bathroom the other day and noticed some black looking paste on the sink next to the toothbrushes. Later, I went to my beauty cabinet and noticed a small jar full of that same looking black paste, but more of a gel this time.
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If you can't exercise during the day, park on the far side of the parking lot or a few blocks from the office and walk the rest of the way. (Photo: Getty Images)

Work It Off

7 Ways to Get Healthier While You Work The bulk of America’s workforce spends 13 hours a day or more sitting down. That number includes both hours on the job and time after work spent playing video games or watching TV. On the other side of the spectrum are employees who never do
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