We are NKC Health
None
Gear Up the Girls
For some of us, shopping for a sports bra ranks right up there with trying on swimsuits and skinny jeans. In other words, it’s frustrating and maybe even a l...
Reboot the Right Way
It’s tempting to try the latest diet trend for a quick weight loss fix. Cleanses, detox plans and juice fasts make big promises of easy weight loss and bette...
Your Best is Yet to Come
Cheddar cheese and red wine both get better with age. Contrary to popular belief, your body does, too. Discover all the ways your best years are still ahead....
Feel Blessed and Be Your Best
Your best pair of boots? The perfect Instagram filter? The love of your family and a roof over your head? Whether you’re sharing love with your family or mak...
Honor Flight Brings NKCH Physician and Vietnam Veteran Father to DC
With the National Mall’s cherry blossom trees as a backdrop, MSGT Bob Cummins (left) and his son, Gregory A. Cummins, DO, visit the nearby Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial. Forty-six years ago, Gregory A. Cummins, DO, was 10 years old when he greeted his father, MSGT Bob Cummins, at Robins Air Force Base in […]
A Home of Their Own
May is National Foster Care Month, but the plight of children who need foster families is a year-round problem. Four employees stepped up to make a difference for seven children in our area. They share their stories to raise awareness of children who need someone to love and care about them. Annually, 440,000 children need […]
Get Smarter - Distracted Driving
In the era of “smart” devices, we’re getting less smart about our driving. Doesn’t seem plausible? Consider the nearly 3,200 lives claimed from distracted driving in 2017 alone. You’ve probably heard public service announcements warning against distracted driving, but do you know what causes it and how to prevent it? A few minutes and a […]
At Home Exercises for Joint Pain
Knee, back/hip and shoulder injuries are the most common injuries. They can be caused by working out, playing with your kids, doing chores around the house, or doing simple everyday activities. Many times, people don’t want to take a trip to the doctor, so they choose to wait it out. Here are a few exercises […]
Distinguishing Seasonal Allergies from the Common Cold
Randall S. Cramer, D.O. with Meritas Health Landmark at Tiffany Springs The sun is out, and the flowers are blooming – spring is here. But with 45 million Americans suffering from seasonal allergies (sometimes called hay fever) annually, the transition from winter to spring can be brutal. Sometimes it’s hard to identify what’s […]
Come on Down, Youre the Next Contestant on The Price Is Right
For most TV viewers, it’s an unfilled dream to be a game show contestant. However, Mike Kallenberger, PharmD, BCPS, is one of the lucky ones. He knows how it feels to be a contestant and a winner on the beloved Price Is Right game show, where contestants compete to win cash and prizes in pricing […]
Chocolate Good for You or Just Really Good
We've heard some chocolates are actually good for us. What kind and how much until the negative effects of eating chocolate outweigh the benefits?
Straight Shot
Some of the most memorable girls nights involve lounging on the sofa while indulging in sweet treats, gossip and a cocktail (or two). No harm, no foul. But, ...