Wellness
What to Know Before You Buy Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
Now that hearing aids can be purchased over the counter, experts weigh in on the pros and cons of skipping the doctor’s visit.
5 Short Hikes Under 1 Mile That You’ll Love
Get outside for a quick stroll on these hiking and walking trails across NoVA.
Kaiser Doctor Spells Out the Benefits of Diabetes Prevention Programs
Those with prediabetes may want to enroll in a diabetes prevention program to reduce their risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Back(pack) to School: How to Keep Kids’ Packs from Damaging Backs
A chiropractor in Northern Virginia wants parents to know how to tell whether their kids’ backpacks are too heavy.
Understanding the Concussions Kids Suffer While Playing Sports
Concussions affect more children than you may realize. As kids get back into school sports, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms.
Study Links Sugary Drinks with Liver Disease, Cancer
A Northern Virginia doctor weighs in on the study that looked at data from nearly 100,000 women.
Virginia Sees Statewide Outbreak of Meningococcal Disease
Of the 27 cases reported, 26 involved people who had not been vaccinated for the bacteria.
Roundnet Leagues in NoVA Serve up Competition, Camaraderie
Players are finding a sense of community through the sport, one bump, set, and spike at a time.
Link Between Antacids and Dementia, and Why You Shouldn’t Freak Out About It
A recent study has linked antacid use to dementia. A gastroenterologist in Northern Virginia explains the limits of the study, and what people should be doing instead of throwing away their antacids.
Hospitals Face Serious Shortage of Nurses and it Could Impact Your Care
Burned out and overwhelmed nurses are leaving the profession. Here’s how patient care is affected — and what the future holds.
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