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Local kids aim for record books by learning to swim

Prince George's County children packed into the Rollingham-Chillum Splash Pool Tuesday to take part in a world-wide swim lesson.

Tags: swimming, USA Swimming, water safety, Paula Wolfson

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2 forms of Gulf War illness affect different parts of brain

They served their country two decades ago, and more than 200,000 Gulf War vets are still dealing with the mysterious symptoms they brought home. Now, researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center have found the missing link of the puzzle.

Tags: Gulf War, Paula Wolfson, Georgetown University, Georgetown University Medical Center, Gulf War Illness

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Men's Health Week: Being proactive in health

One of the best ways to stay on top of your health is to pick a doctor you like and build a relationship of trust.

Tags: Paula Wolfson, doctor, health, Men

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Walking cuts risk of Type 2 diabetes in seniors

Researchers at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services say a 15-minute walk, three times a day after meals, helps seniors keep their blood sugar levels in-check and cuts their risk for developing Type 2 diabetes.

Tags: Paula Wolfson, walking, Diabetes Care, George Washington University, diabetes, type 2 diabetes, Loretta DiPietro, seniors

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Selling lemonade to fight childhood cancer

Mix some lemons, sugar and water - that's a key recipe in the fight against childhood cancer.

Tags: lemonade stand, lemonade, Paula Wolfson, Alex, cancer, cure

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Living in Style: Shape up with Shapewear

If the image of Bridget Jones wrestling with her larger-than-life, tummy-sucking knickers pops into your head when you hear the word "shapewear," it's time to approach the subject with a more open mind.

Tags: Style for Hire, Living in Style, Rachel Nania, Paula Wolfson, shapewear

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Free online course educates about hospital infections

Johns Hopkins University is offering a health care safety course free online.

Tags: Paula Wolfson, CDC, infection, hospitals, Johns Hopkins

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Summer danger: The other 'lime disease'

It's a delicious way to spend a summer afternoon: Relaxing by a beach or pool with a refreshing beverage in your hand and a lime on the rim. But think twice before squeezing that lime into your drink. Your summer tan could turn into a nasty, itchy rash.

Tags: lime, sun, rash, Paula Wolfson, phytophotodermatitis, margarita dematitis, Dr. Howard Brooks

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5 ways to get energy without caffeine

Tired? We could hear you yawn all the way from here.

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Practice water safety and swim safe this summer

In the heat of summer, there are few thing better than jumping into refreshing water at a pool or beach. But with the joy comes lurking dangers for children and inexperienced swimmers.

Tags: Paula Wolfson, red cross, swimming, safety, water, water safety

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