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How to Get into the University of California System 11/05/2021 12:00am • Spread across 10 campuses, the University of California system is home to some of the most sought-after colleges in the U.S. Among National Universities -- institutions that are often research-oriented and offer bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees -- that reported fall 2020 application data to Hacking happiness hormones to help beat winter blues 11/04/2021 07:32pm • The weekend time change ushers in dark winter months that can give some folks the blues, but an emotional health expert has tips for hacking happiness hormones in the brain. "The four chemicals — dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin and endorphin — we've inherited them from animals; they each create How COVID-19 Affects the Heart in Long Haulers 11/04/2021 12:00am • After recovering from COVID-19, about 10% -- and perhaps more -- of people are experiencing continued health issues a month or more after the initial infection. The combination of symptoms they have is called long COVID or post-acute COVID-19 syndrome. The people who have these symptoms are often r What Food Science Is and How to Become a Food Scientist 11/04/2021 12:00am • No matter what type of diet a person has, he or she could grow queasy after taking a bite of a meal that doesn't taste good or feel right -- and may feel guilty about eating a treat that seems unhealthy. Food science examines what people choose to eat and why, and it also explores questions surroun As shots begin to go into young arms, Md. wants COVID-19 vaccines available at schools 11/03/2021 06:30pm • Doctors, nurses and other providers have now started the big task of putting COVID-19 shots in the arms of half a million of the smallest Marylanders. Gov. Larry Hogan announced Wednesday that state health officials had authorized providers in the state to immediately begin scheduling appointment DC parents relieved as Children's National gives out 1st COVID shots to young kids 11/03/2021 02:03pm • Doctors are wasting no time in getting shots into younger kids’ arms, after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director gave the go-ahead Tuesday night for kids ages 5 to 11 to get the shots. “I’m feeling really nervous,” confided 8-year-old Journey Arnold, while waiting for h Did Aaron Rodgers lie about his COVID-19 vaccination status? 11/03/2021 01:04pm • Did Aaron Rodgers lie about his COVID-19 vaccination status? originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonAaron Rodgers is slated to miss the Green Bay Packers’ game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday after testing positive for COVID-19. A quick designation was made to determine that he w How a Music Background Can Help Premed Students 11/02/2021 12:00am • It may come as a surprise that a disproportionately large number of medical students in the U.S. have a background in music. While many are amateur musicians, a considerable number have had formal training in the field and even professional success as performers. It is not entirely clear why so many Column: My experience with the (virtual) 2021 Marine Corps Marathon 10/31/2021 11:23pm • WTOPs Stephanie Gaines-Bryant posing with her Marine Marathon 10K medals. There was no early morning subway ride for me, no street closures, no crowded start line and no smelly porta-potties. This year's Marine Corps Marathon and 10K were virtual. This year's race was my 7th Marine Corps Mara Data Doctors: Are extended warranties on computers worth it? 10/29/2021 05:40pm • Q: Are computer extended warranties worth buying? A: No matter what tech device you buy, practically any retailer will likely try to get you to pay a little extra for a “protection plan” that goes above and beyond the standard factory warranty. In some cases, it seems like such a small amo 'I did it before' — Terry McAuliffe cites experience in bid to return as Va. governor 10/29/2021 05:27am • Democratic gubernatorial candidate former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe speaks during a rally Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, in Arlington, Va. McAuliffe will face Republican Glenn Youngkin in the November election. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) EDITOR’S NOTE: Virginians have a few days left to vote for t Act FAST to prevent, treat a stroke 10/29/2021 04:22am • On World Stroke Day, it's a good time to learn the warning signs of a stroke, and a D.C.-area doctor explains how a simple acronym can help save a life. Oct. 29 is known as World Stroke Day, and the American Stroke Association, which is a division of the American Heart Association, wants you to k Review: Netflix's 'Midnight Mass' is the best horror content produced in years 10/29/2021 12:43am • You might call James Wan the hottest horror filmmaker today, but my money is on Mike Flanagan, who graduated high school in Maryland and studied film at Towson University. After directing hits for the big screen with "Oculus" (2013) and "Doctor Sleep" (2019), Flanagan found a home at Netflix Top Medications for Depression 10/29/2021 12:00am • Ease your depression symptoms.Anxiety and depression often go hand in hand, but there are differences. "In terms of brain biology, think of anxiety as an elaboration of fear or threat and depression as an elaboration of defeat -- psychic exhaustion -- or loss-grief or heartbreak," says Dr. Michael T What Is a Union? 10/28/2021 12:00am • As an individual worker, it isn't always easy to advocate for yourself. While it would be nice if all employers and workplaces were fair, the fact is that some aren't. In some industries, labor unions can help employees deal with this reality and ensure that they have equitable representation, cont