DC Cherry Blossoms: Florets visible stage 2 reached; peak bloom about 3 weeks away
D.C.’s famous Japanese cherry blossom trees have reached stage two in their development toward peak bloom.
D.C.’s famous Japanese cherry blossom trees have reached stage two in their development toward peak bloom.
Nearly 500 deaths per day from excessive drinking during COVID-19 pandemic: CDC report
Excessive drinking is associated with chronic dangers such as liver cancer, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
Excessive drinking is associated with chronic dangers such as liver cancer, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
Birth control that will be sold over-the-counter begins shipping in the US: What to know
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
Opill, the first birth control pill approved in the U.S. for purchase by anyone, no prescription necessary, will be available in stores later this month. Here is what to know about the approved contraceptive.
For women over 60, here is the number of daily steps needed to protect heart health
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
The '10,000-step rule’ may not be the benchmark for all age groups, say researchers.
Capitals grant the wish of a 14-year-old in remission from leukemia
The Washington Capitals made a 14-year-old's wish come true in a very special way.
The Washington Capitals made a 14-year-old's wish come true in a very special way.
Fasting-like diet could slow the aging process, study suggests: ‘Living longer and healthier’
The 5-day diet reduced ‘biological age’ by 2.5 years, researchers found.
The 5-day diet reduced ‘biological age’ by 2.5 years, researchers found.
What is Zyn? These nicotine pouches prompt debate
The dispute surrounding Zyn reflects an increasingly complex marketplace in which companies like Philip Morris promote alternative products that may be less harmful than cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
The dispute surrounding Zyn reflects an increasingly complex marketplace in which companies like Philip Morris promote alternative products that may be less harmful than cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
5-day isolation for COVID-19 no longer needed, CDC says
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
'Mini Beyoncé' tribute video goes viral amid 4-year-old's health battle
Four-year-old Regan is a huge Beyoncé fan, and her tribute video to the star has gone viral amid her courageous battle with a very serious heart problem.
Four-year-old Regan is a huge Beyoncé fan, and her tribute video to the star has gone viral amid her courageous battle with a very serious heart problem.
COVID-19 fragments may cause problems after infection: Report
NIH researchers said when the body fights off COVID-19, fragments left over from the disease that are supposed to train the body to remember the virus could actually continue to cause inflammatory issues.
NIH researchers said when the body fights off COVID-19, fragments left over from the disease that are supposed to train the body to remember the virus could actually continue to cause inflammatory issues.
DC Cherry Blossoms: 2024 peak bloom prediction dates revealed
The 2024 peak bloom prediction dates for the thousands of Japanese cherry blossom trees surrounding Washington, D.C.'s Tidal Basin and National Mall have been revealed!
The 2024 peak bloom prediction dates for the thousands of Japanese cherry blossom trees surrounding Washington, D.C.'s Tidal Basin and National Mall have been revealed!
Ozempic and other weight-loss drug use is booming. But are Americans on board?
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs are booming in popularity. Here’s what to know about them and what Americans are saying.
FDA approves food allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy and more
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
Food allergy drug Xolair (omalizumab) was approved by the FDA, potentially lessening the severity of reactions to foods like peanuts, milk, eggs, wheat, and cashews.
New program tests delivering medications via drone in rural Virginia
A new, innovative method of delivering medication to rural areas and hard to reach locations has been launched in Virginia.
A new, innovative method of delivering medication to rural areas and hard to reach locations has been launched in Virginia.
Women likely to see greater benefit from regular exercise than men
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
A U.S. study found that women only need about half the exercise as men to get the same benefits, and that variations in our “anatomy and physiology” likely account for the differences.
Kentucky miracle baby defies odds, celebrates 1st birthday amid rare disease battle
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
'Oh my God, that's beautiful': Senior citizens try virtual reality in study showing their acceptance
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.
A recent Stanford University study examined the impact of virtual reality (VR) on seniors' well-being, aiming to integrate VR into senior communities for health benefits and dementia management.
Amy Schumer diagnosed with Cushing syndrome after critics commented on her appearance
Cushing syndrome is a medical condition that can develop when the body has too much cortisol.
Cushing syndrome is a medical condition that can develop when the body has too much cortisol.
Wendy Williams releases 1st statement since aphasia, dementia diagnosis
The Lifetime documentary “Where is Wendy Williams?" will air this weekend.
The Lifetime documentary “Where is Wendy Williams?" will air this weekend.
'Beer before wine and you'll feel fine?' Study dispels hangover myths
If you drink beer before liquor, will you be sicker? A group of researchers decided to find out.
If you drink beer before liquor, will you be sicker? A group of researchers decided to find out.