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Pharmacist: Compounding pharmacy gave industry 'black eye'
Compounding pharmacies can be a godsend for people with special medical needs, but now they face a crisis.
How to avoid packing on pounds during holidays
This is the heaviest season of the year. Halloween through New Year's tends to be the time when many put on a few extra pounds.
Va. Hospital Center offers 'full body tune-up' for men
The Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington will host a free men's health event called "The Guys Full Body Tune-Up" Nov. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. A panel that includes doctors who specialize in internal medicine, cardiology, and urology will discuss important health screenings and how men can stay in good health.
On the Run Blog: The final entry
I made it. It is now official. I have completed my first marathon, and I have the medal to prove it.
On the Run Blog: One last mile
I made it. I have completed my first marathon, and I have the medal to prove it.
On the Run Blog: It's really liquid sunshine
You prepare for a lot of things when you sign up to do your first marathon. Blisters. Heat. Stomach flutters. Chafing. But a "Frankenstorm?"
On the Run Blog: Fueling up for the long run
We are what we eat, and that is especially true when it comes to sports.
Ways to counteract the toll stress takes on your body
Stress can take an incredible toll on the human body. But there are ways to ease the pressure.
Stress is a danger to your heart and overall health
Washington is a hotbed of stress. A local cardiologist talks about how it can affect your life.
On the Run Blog: The home stretch
Fitness expert Craig Ramsay offers tips on the proper way for runners to stretch.
Earbuds risk teens' hearing
Experts recommend turning down the volume on digital music players to protect young ears from hearing damage.
The Pink Pumper fights fires and breast cancer
Prince George's County gave one of its fire engines a makeover to help raise awareness of breast cancer.
On the Run Blog: Doing 'curls for the girls'
Just about every time I meet up with "Vince the Trainer," he puts 10, 12 or 15 pound weights in my hands and says, "curls for the girls!" He is, of course, talking about the benefits resistance training has on, how shall we say, my chest muscles. But with October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, it's important to remember that "curls for the girls" can and should be taken in a broader context.
Warnings about dangerous overuse of heated car seats
With cooler weather on the horizon, more and more drivers will be turning on the seat warmers in their cars. But be careful not to over do it.
D.C. mom fights cancer with a cookbook
Danielle Cook Navidi wanted to help her son as he battled cancer. Now, she's helping others with their nutritional needs.
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