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What to Do About Acid Reflux in Children 08/19/2018 08:00pm • If your child has pain or discomfort after eating, is fussy after eating or has repeated complaints of sore throat with no clear cause or an unexplained cough, he or she may have gastroesophageal reflux or acid reflex. The esophagus is the tube that takes food from the mouth to the stomach. With aci What to know about Windows 10 and 'Microsoft Managed Desktop' 08/17/2018 05:47am • Q: Is Microsoft getting ready to start charging for a monthly fee for Windows 10? Anyone following the transition at Microsoft, when Steve Balmer stepped down as the CEO and Satya Nadella took over, knows that becoming a "cloud-focused" company was the top priority under Nadella’s leadership. Epilepsy Affects People of All Ages, Including Seniors 08/16/2018 08:00pm • If you or a loved one are experiencing epilepsy for the first time after age 65, you're not alone. Among seniors, epilepsy is one of the top three most common neurological conditions. In fact, epilepsy starts more often in old age than in middle age, reflecting the parallel increase over time of som Which Doctor Can Help Me With Infertility? 08/16/2018 08:00pm • For many couples, having a healthy baby is an important goal. But for some, conceiving a child isn't easy. Difficulty or an inability to conceive naturally, also called infertility, is a common problem. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that "about 6 percent of married women ag Older Adults: Here's What Causes Hunchback -- and How to Prevent It 08/16/2018 08:00pm • Kyphosis, a painful condition commonly known as "hunchback" is a physical deformation of the middle and upper spine, in which its natural curve increases, resulting in a "hunched over" posture. While the postural issue used to be a problem largely reserved for older women, in recent decades, kyphos 2 cases detailed in clergy abuse report show Cardinal Wuerl's uneven handling 08/16/2018 05:50pm • WASHINGTON — This week's release of an exhaustive study chronicling 70 years of child sexual abuse by Catholic clergy in Pennsylvania has put the Archbishop of Washington, Cardinal Donald Wuerl, under scrutiny. The former Pittsburgh bishop's name is mentioned roughly 200 times in the 884-pa Grand theft ramen: Ga. thief steals tractor trailer filled with nearly $100k in noodles 08/16/2018 07:47am • WASHINGTON — Georgia is reeling from what might be remembered as the noodle heist of the century. A tractor trailer loaded with about $98,000 worth of ramen noodles was left parked at a Fayetteville, Georgia gas station on July 25, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported. The driver return 8 'total body transformation' tips from a doctor 08/16/2018 01:48am • WASHINGTON — As a board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Shilpi Agarwal hears from a number of patients who try — and fail at — fad diets. She has even tested out a few herself, and has some advice for anyone ready to juice, cleanse or subsist on shakes. “Whenever you’re looki What Can You Do With a Psychology Degree? 08/15/2018 08:00pm • A common misconception among those pursuing an advanced degree in psychology is that the degree will automatically lead to a career as a mental health care provider. While there are opportunities available to those interested in seeking a career to help people struggling with mental illness, there Consider Applying for These 4 Types of MBA Scholarships 08/15/2018 08:00pm • Business school alumni who funded their MBA with scholarship money urge cost-conscious MBA hopefuls to apply for as many scholarships as possible. C. Adam Callery, a Chicago-based professor and businessman who holds an MBA degree and an education doctorate and attended business school on a free ride Student athletics need better medical guidelines, ethicist says 08/15/2018 05:40pm • WASHINGTON — Athletic directors and university administrators have to be sure sports programs have proper medical supervision, according to a medical ethicist who recommends that standardized guidelines be established. College-level athletes aren't getting the same supervision and attention as 12 Ways for Retirees to Enjoy Labor Day for Free 08/14/2018 08:00pm • As you prepare for Labor Day weekend, you'll find a plethora of activities to choose from throughout the country. However, many of these events come with a steep price tag. To avoid overspending during the holiday, plan what you want to do ahead of time. With some research, you'll be able to find pl Drunk U.: Top college 'party schools' named 08/14/2018 10:31am • WASHINGTON — Students at the University of Delaware may be more likely to hit the booze than the books, according to new rankings of the top party schools. The school, which is located in Newark, Delaware, and has about 22,000 undergraduate students, was named the top party school in the U.S. b FAQ: How and why we rank and rate hospitals 08/13/2018 08:00pm • FAQ: 2018-19 Best Hospitals Specialty Rankings FAQ: 2018-19 Best Hospitals Procedure and Condition Ratings FAQ: 2018-19 Best Hospitals Honor Roll FAQ: 2018-19 Best Regional Hospitals FAQ: 2018-19 Best Children's Hospitals 2018-19 Best Hospitals Specialty Rankings Published August 1 Easing the Transition Home After a Hospital Stay 08/13/2018 08:00pm • As the daughter of an elderly mother who's been hospitalized several times in recent years, Kathleen Buchanan knew that some hospital patients can feel overwhelmed by the documents they're provided by hospital personnel when they're discharged. "They hand you a stack of paperwork about a quarter-inc