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9-year-old struck while leaving DC school dies nearly 6 months later 06/07/2022 04:40pm • A 9-year-old who was struck by a car while leaving a D.C. school last December has died. Kaidyn Green, a student at Kipp Honor Academy, died at home on June 2, shortly after returning home following months of hospitalization and intensive rehabilitation, according to a statement from the family' The best diets for men 06/07/2022 07:00am • The diet industry has long targeted women and typically focuses on weight loss. New fad diets marketed to women seem to emerge daily, but these variations on a theme sometimes neglect half the population -- many American men might also benefit from losing some weight, and not just so that they can l The Average Cost of Braces and How to Save 06/06/2022 08:00pm • Every year, millions of Americans undergo orthodontic care to straighten their teeth. Whether they're seeking a cosmetic enhancement or improving oral health, one thing is certain: Treatment is expensive. How Much Braces CostThere is not one standard price for braces, and the cost can depend on fact What Is a Budget Calendar? 06/05/2022 08:00pm • Many of us rely on calendars to keep track of important events in our lives, from doctor appointments to vacations. Why not use a calendar to keep track of your finances as well? That's the concept behind a budget calendar. For example, you may have a doctor appointment marked on your calendar, but Alarming number of men omit critical yearly health screenings, survey finds 06/05/2022 02:26pm • A third of men don’t think they need annual checkups with their doctor and almost two thirds believe they are naturally healthier than other men, a new survey finds. The national survey by the Southeastern U.S.-based health care organization, Orlando Health, also found that nearly two in five m 'Top Gun: Maverick' soars to big second weekend, crosses $500 million worldwide 06/05/2022 11:23am • A week after taking off at the box office, "Top Gun: Maverick" is still flying high. The sequel to the 1986 blockbuster — which has Tom Cruise's Pete "Maverick" Mitchell teach a new set of recruits about the need for speed — made an estimated $86 million domestically in its second weekend, ac Data Doctors: Are file conversion websites safe? 06/03/2022 04:29pm • Q: Are file conversion websites safe to use? A: It’s not uncommon to have a file sent to you in a format your computer can’t make use of and it needs to be converted. In some cases, a program that you already have installed may be able to convert the file for you. A common need in busines LGBTQ+ specific health care options expand in DC region 06/03/2022 04:34am • The first LGBTQ+ specific health clinic in Northern Virginia will be opening next week as part of the Inova Health System. That's happening as Kaiser Permanente's Pride Medical at Capitol Hill celebrates its first year of providing culturally sensitive care in a judgement-free environment. "I was Awesome Con returns to Washington Convention Center for cosplay glory 06/02/2022 12:22am • Don't be surprised if you see folks wearing superhero costumes on the Metro this week. Awesome Con hits the Walter E. Washington Convention Center this Friday to Sunday. "We are heading into our ninth year," Director of Marketing & Sales Lauren Dabb told WTOP. "It actually would have b 5 Tips for Warming Up Before a Workout 06/01/2022 08:00pm • Are warmups before exercise just a waste of time?The advice drilled into most Americans since elementary school gym class has long encouraged always warming up before exercising and cooling down after. But in reality, many people -- including some serious athletes and even some personal trainers -- Jenny Craig Diet vs. Weight Watchers (WW) 06/01/2022 08:00pm • If you're looking to lose some weight, you might want to consider trying one of the established, commercial weight-loss programs available today. Both Jenny Craig and WW (formerly Weight Watchers) can help people lose weight and keep it off. But they use different approaches to achieve that goal. Ov Things You Should Know About Medicare 06/01/2022 08:00pm • Medicare covers most health care and hospitalization costs for people over 65 and younger individuals with disabilities. For many people, losing Medicare would mean that they wouldn't be able to afford basic health care. Not understanding the ins and outs of your health care coverage can be costly a Latest Treatments for COVID-19 05/31/2022 08:00pm • If you have possible COVID-19 symptoms, get tested right away. And if you are infected with the omicron variant or BA.2 subvariant, early treatment with antiviral pills is effective. (Research currently is being done on even more recent subvariants such as BA.3, BA.4 or BA.5.) In particular, the ant Financial Advisor vs. Financial Planner 05/30/2022 08:00pm • A rose by any other name may still be a rose, but is a financial advisor who calls herself a financial planner still a financial advisor? That's the real question. The difference between a financial advisor and financial planner is a subject that's debated in the financial services industry, but oft What Is a Health Savings Account? 05/30/2022 08:00pm • What is a health savings account? How does it work? Can an HSA help you cover health care costs and save money? Many workers are able to reduce their health insurance premiums by signing up for a high-deductible health insurance plan and pairing it with a health savings account. HSAs provide a tripl