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 Harmony in Health
Primary Care & Wellness
To Better Serve You We Have Made Some Changes

EXPANDED HOURS
Mon, Tues, Thurs 9 am-5 pm*
Wednesday: 9 am-7 pm*
Friday: 9 am-1pm
Saturdays (monthly): 9 am -2 pm
Next: Saturday, November 23, 2019
*Closed for lunch 1-2 M/T/Th and 12:30-2:30 Wednesdays

E-VISITS
Medical care anywhere YOU are!
Cough/Colds, Birth Control, STD Treatment,
UTI,  Acne, Rashes, Yeast Infections, Allergies,
Aches/Pains, Lab Review, etc. 
For More Info Call/Text Us:
703-544-9113
 

LOCATION REMINDER
Haven't visited in a while? 
Remember to drive to the rear of the Mosby Tower
to find our front door. 
Healthy Knowledge
Winter Weight Gain?  Blame the Season Change
(And how to stop it)
 
 
Hibernation Season
We often  do we blame our winter weight gain on extra cookies, great food, and lack of exercise during the season’s cold and dark days? According to science, hibernation may be partially to respnsible as well!


Storing Fat

During the season change (late summer/early fall), the brain’s command center, the hypothalamus, tramits signals via the neuroendocrine axis to switch on "hibernation mode" to increase insulin resistance.  As a result, our liver increases fat production to be stored in preparation for winter.  Ants get ready for winter by putting away their winter food; we (unfortunately) store fat! 

Stop the Cycle

The good news is you can limit weight gain (or stop it altogether), by not overly stressing about it, adopting sustainable eating habits, making healthier food swaps, filling up on wholesome foods, avoid misleading food labels, moving more and planning ahead. Read more
Trick or Treat SAFELY
Halloween is an exciting time for children, but it's our job to make sure they have fun while being safe! Here are some tips on how to keep your children safe this Halloween. 
  • Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
  • If a sword, cane, or stick is a part of your child's costume, make sure it is not sharp or long. A child may be easily hurt by these accessories if he stumbles or trips.
  • Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to light your pumpkin. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is safest.
  • To keep homes safe for visiting trick-or-treaters, parents should remove from the porch and front yard anything a child could trip over such as garden hoses, toys, bikes and lawn decorations.
  • Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat.
 
Candy Temptations Making You Weak? 

Check out these great tips from our health partner, Eileen O'Grady, PHD, RN, NP

"How to Stay Out of Halloween Candy"
Don't Forget
Allergy Testing on Saturdays

Now Offering
Allergy Testing One Saturday per Month!

Take the guesswork out of your allergies and get tested by our knowledgeable technician, Wilfredo Lebron.  Knowing your allergies will allow us to customize a treatment plan just for you. 

Should you be tested?

If you are experiencing some or all of the symptoms below, ask your provider for a referral to Elite Allergy Services.

• Itchy eyes, nose, and throat
• Nasal congestion or runny nose
• Watery eyes
• Hives, itchiness or other skin conditions
• Shortness of breath or congestion in the chest
• Severe reactions to insect stings
 Schedule your appointment today online 
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We are interested in your health and want to be apart or your long-term care for years to come- whether it's helping you get over a cold, or simply to maintain good health.

Not sure if we can help? Just give us a call at 703-544-9113.  
 
Our Office Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9am-5pm
Wednesday 9 am- 5 pm
Friday 9am- 12pm
Saturday 9am-2pm (one per month)






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Harmony in Health Primary Care and Wellness · 10560 Main St. · Suite LL-19 · Fairfax, VA 22030 · USA