Wellness
Should You Get a COVID-19 Booster? Sentara ER Doctor Weighs In
The CDC recommends COVID-19 boosters for those over 65.
How to Prepare Children for Blood Draws
Children’s National Hospital provides a parent’s guide to preparing children for blood draws and lab visits.
Looking for Another Indoor Pickleball Option? Try Down the Line Sports in Fairfax
The pickleball courts are in a renovated CVS in Old Town Fairfax.
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.
Vienna, Fairfax, and Falls Church Face Off in Mayors’ Fitness Challenge
A healthy, eight-week competition among residents of the three communities will determine the fittest town or city.
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.
Where to Go Indoor Rock Climbing in Northern Virginia
Grab a rope and harness and hit the wall this winter.
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.
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