Medical Features
Why Colon Cancer Screening Is Needed Earlier
People should now be screened at 45, rather than at 50. It’s the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S.
How Important Is a Good Night’s Sleep? Top Docs Weigh In
More people, including top doctors, are opening their eyes to the important benefits of rest.
Understanding Cholesterol and Statins: Tysons Doctor Outlines What You Need to Know
Statins are often prescribed for people with high cholesterol. A cardiologist explains the benefits and risks of being on them.
Meningococcal Disease Outbreak Spreads to Northern Virginia
There have been 32 cases of the disease since June 2022, and a Northern Virginia man’s family says he died of it earlier this month.
5 Signs Your Child May Need to See a Heart Doctor
A cardiologist at Children’s National Hospital outlines what should raise concerns and how they should be handled.
Heart Health: Risk Factors Women Should Not Ignore
An Inova doctor spells out the dangers women face related to cardiovascular disease at different stages of their lives.
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