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What Does Survivorship Mean for Breast Cancer Patients? 09/18/2017 08:00pm • As treatment options for breast cancer have expanded, survival rates have also increased. The National Cancer Institute's Office of Cancer Survivorship estimates that as of January 2016, there are 15.5 million cancer survivors living in the United States. Of that group, 3.6 million -- 23 percent -- When Should You Have a Benign Tumor Removed? 09/18/2017 08:00pm • The word "tumor" is loaded with frightening possibility. Simply put, it's an abnormal growth of cells. It can be cancer -- a malignant tumor. But in many cases, the growth is instead a benign, or noncancerous, tumor. Everything from genetics to toxins in the environment to our diet can play a role i DC lawmakers look ahead as Congress moves to halt death with dignity law 09/18/2017 03:41pm • WASHINGTON - D.C. lawmakers are back in session and while there's plenty on their plates this fall, the Council chair is reflecting on a controversial D.C. law that Congress could still quash. Looking ahead to a legislative session that will tackle D.C. teacher contracts, short-term rentals and f Is a Minimally Invasive Procedure the Right Option for You? 09/17/2017 08:00pm • Last year defense attorney Charles LoPresti of Pittsburgh faced the worst adversary of his life: pancreatic cancer. His only chance for a cure was the Whipple procedure, a highly complex surgery that removes part of the pancreas, the gallbladder and surrounding lymph nodes. But instead of cutting h Explore Online Programs Offered at Top 20 National Universities 09/17/2017 08:00pm • Those exploring online education at the top 20 ranked National Universities have plenty of options. While not all of these colleges offer fully online degrees, most assign some complementary online coursework in at least a few on-campus programs. Some also have a range of online certificate program Teens: Think Before You Get a Tattoo, Report Says 09/17/2017 08:00pm • Parents of any stripe would likely do a double-take if their precious baby came home with a tattoo or piercing -- particularly if the child hadn't discussed it with his or her parents first. A new American Academy of Pediatrics report -- the first clinical one on the subject of tattoos and piercing What's the Connection Between MS and Trigeminal Neuralgia? 09/17/2017 08:00pm • If you have multiple sclerosis, you're no stranger to symptoms that can include sharp aches or pains in bones, joints and muscles; burning in the feet or hands; or a tightening around the waist. But you may not have anticipated one of the more disturbing problems: Approximately 2 percent of folks w Cuba mystery: What theories US investigators are pursuing 09/16/2017 02:16pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — There must be an answer. Whatever is harming U.S. diplomats in Havana, it's eluded the doctors, scientists and intelligence analysts scouring for answers. Investigators have chased many theories, including a sonic attack, electromagnetic weapon or flawed spying device. Each New cholesterol test no longer requires fasting 09/16/2017 04:48am • WASHINGTON — A calculation used every day in clinics throughout the world has just gotten an upgrade that eliminates the need for fasting to test cholesterol levels and provides better results. "Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, it’s now a more personalized estimate of LDL (low-densit How to pick the right iPhone for you 09/15/2017 01:13pm • Q: I’m ready to upgrade my iPhone, but I can’t decide which phone to choose. Any tips? A: There has never been a better time to be in the market for an iPhone as the current selection includes eight different models: the entry-level iPhone SE, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, and their top Food Allergy Symptoms: Mild vs. Serious 09/14/2017 08:00pm • Sasha was a fussy eater -- often just turning her head away and rubbing at her lips. She also had frequent eczema spots on the inside of her elbows and on her cheeks. Little Will had a small rash around his mouth and a nagging cough. Parents who tell me about these seemingly minor symptoms -- which What Are the Best Forms of Exercise for COPD Patients? 09/14/2017 08:00pm • If you've been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, you probably know that exercise is a key component of managing this progressive, incurable lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. The COPD Foundation reports that "exercise itself cannot reverse COPD, but it can change t Expert: Pregnancy can 'intensify' violence in abusive relationships 09/14/2017 06:15pm • WASHINGTON — A pregnant Montgomery County woman found dead. A pregnant Prince George's County woman set on fire. Their cases are disturbing but not uncommon to domestic violence experts who say pregnancy has the tendency to escalate violence in abusive relationships.  Although it can be a time 5 Modern Stressors and How to Handle Them 09/13/2017 08:00pm • Ah, the good old days: When all you had to worry about was, well, if you'd eat again, survive the night and find a suitable mate with whom to pass on your genes. Today, while most of our basic needs -- food, water, warmth and rest -- are met, we're hardly living free and easy. "In our society today 10 Colleges With the Most Applications 09/13/2017 08:00pm • The U.S. News Short List, separate from our overall rankings, is a regular series that magnifies individual data points in hopes of providing students and parents a way to find which undergraduate or graduate programs excel or have room to grow in specific areas. Be sure to explore The Short List: C