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Elite Fairfax Co. rescue team trains for disaster during mock earthquake in LA 04/05/2019 10:33am • This week, members of one of the most elite rescue teams in the world traveled from Northern Virginia to Los Angeles to immerse themselves in a disaster zone. A parking garage had collapsed, an elevator had too, and there were bodies buried in the rubble. Of course there was no disaster in Califo Catherine Hoggle, accused of killing her children, won't get independent mental evaluation 04/04/2019 11:58am • A circuit judge in Montgomery County, Maryland, has denied a prosecutors' request to allow an independent doctor to evaluate Catherine Hoggle, after almost five years of determinations by doctors at Clifton T. Perkins Hospital found her incompetent to stand trial in the killings of her two children. Sharing struggles, breaking stigmas: Live storytelling shines spotlight on mental health 04/03/2019 12:21am • Thirteen years ago, Jennifer Marshall was diagnosed with Type 1 bipolar disorder — a discovery so serious, she didn’t know if she’d be able to work again. But with the support of doctors and family, Marshall “got through her struggle." Then, she wanted to talk about it. “The firs Prostate cancer diagnoses, deaths decreasing worldwide, study says 04/02/2019 08:06am • Prostate cancer, one of the deadliest forms of cancer for men in the United States and worldwide, is on the decline, according to new research. Researchers looked at World Health Organization data from five continents from 1980 to 2012 and saw an encouraging trend. In most parts of the world, the Inova’s 1-stop cancer treatment center opens this month 04/01/2019 07:42am • Inova Health System will change the approach to cancer treatment with the opening of its Inova Schar Cancer Institute later this month. Inova’s new flagship cancer treatment center, a department of Inova Fairfax Hospital, is the first facility in Northern Virginia and the D.C. region to offer c Today in History: April 1 04/01/2019 12:50am • Today is Monday, April 1, the 91st day of 2019. There are 274 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On April 1, 2003, American troops entered a hospital in Nasiriyah (nah-sih-REE’-uh), Iraq, and rescued Army Pfc. Jessica Lynch, who had been held prisoner since her unit was a How to help kids with anxiety 04/01/2019 12:21am • Fear can be a helpful emotion, particularly for children who are learning to navigate the world. Feeling afraid lets them know when they are in danger and helps them respond. On the other hand, many children today struggle with anxiety that goes beyond what's considered normal and healthy. The ke Stones postpone tour as Jagger receives medical treatment 03/30/2019 09:26am • NEW YORK (AP) — The Rolling Stones are postponing their latest tour so Mick Jagger can receive medical treatment. The band announced Saturday that Jagger was told by doctors "he cannot go on tour at this time." The band added that Jagger "is expected to make a complete recovery so that he can g Column: Samsung Galaxy S10 vs. Google Pixel 3 03/29/2019 12:51am • Q: I’m trying to decide between upgrading to the Pixel 3 or the Galaxy S10 — any thoughts? A: Anyone looking for the best in class in the Android world will likely land on this same question, and, frankly, you can’t go wrong with either of these handsets. The Pixel 3 was released six mon Today in History: March 28 03/28/2019 12:05am • Today is Thursday, March 28, the 87th day of 2019. Today's Highlight in History: On March 28, 1979, America's worst commercial nuclear accident occurred with a partial meltdown inside the Unit 2 reactor at the Three Mile Island plant near Middletown, Pennsylvania. On this date: In 1797, Nasal allergies: More than a nuisance 03/27/2019 08:00pm • You may be saying to yourself, "It's spring, and I keep hearing on the news that this is the worst allergy season ever." You'll be bombarded with information on how to avoid pollen. Plus, you'll see thousands of commercials showing you how this allergy medicine or that one will allow you to run symp Can vitamins and minerals really improve your eyesight? 03/27/2019 01:47pm • Vitamins and minerals are packed with benefits for bones and teeth, but how effective are they at protecting eyesight during the aging process? Sally Squires, who writes for the Lean Plate Club™ blog, told WTOP that the results are a bit of a mixed bag. Studies by the National Institute Md. lawmakers pass bill giving youth access to HIV-prevention drug without parental consent 03/27/2019 09:43am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. The House of Delegates voted 111-19 on Monday night to pass Senate Bill 251, which would allow medical professionals to prescribe a pre Maryland Del. Jalisi faces reprimand for chronic staff abuse 03/26/2019 09:32am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. One month after censuring a colleague for uttering a racial slur, the House of Delegates is prepared to rebuke another lawmaker accused Hundreds of cities, counties and tribes suing Sackler family over opioid crisis 03/24/2019 12:10am • More than 600 cities, counties and Native American tribes from 28 states have filed a federal lawsuit against eight members of the Sackler family — owners of the pharmaceutical giant Purdue Pharma LP — accusing them of creating the opioid addiction crisis through ownership of the company that ma