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National Minority Health Month 2019

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April is National Minority Health Month.  The US Department of Health and Human Services has announced the theme for this year’s observance is “Active & Healthy” to draw awareness to the health benefits of physical activity. The idea is that an active lifestyle reduces the risk of chronic diseases and promotes well-being. Overall, National Minority […]

Capital Digestive Care GI Raises Colon Cancer Awareness with Radio’s Russ Parr

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Colorectal cancer is one of the most prevalent and deadly cancers in the US. Capital Digestive Care is spreading the word during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month that this type of cancer can be prevented. Colorectal cancer, a disease which is mostly preventable, is now the second leading cause of cancer-related death in men and women […]

Our DC Metropolitan Offices Welcome Ramsey Daher, MD

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Capital Digestive Care welcomes Ramsey J. Daher, MD to our growing practice.  Dr. Daher is a board-certified physician who joins our bustling K Street, DC and Chevy Chase, MD locations. Prior to joining Capital Digestive Care, he practiced medicine as a Physician Associate at Associates in Gastroenterology in Northern Virginia. ​ A native of the […]

Simple New Year’s Resolutions for Better Digestive Health

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It’s the first week of a new year. That means that many people are focusing on their health-related New Year’s resolutions. But by now, many resolutions are also being forgotten. The good news is that when it comes to your digestive health, a few lifestyle changes could have a major impact in the coming year. […]