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What Is Sjögren's Syndrome? 01/15/2021 12:00am • Sjögren's syndrome is a condition associated most typically with reduced production of tears in the eyes and saliva in the mouth. However, Sjögren's is a systemic disease that can affect the entire body, including the blood vessels, kidneys and the nervous system. Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimm Why you'd want a good night’s sleep before and after getting COVID-19 vaccine 01/14/2021 09:26pm • How well your body responds to the COVID-19 vaccine may depend on what kind of shape you’re in — mentally and physically. “We know, and there’s some research to suggest, that these vaccine responses are modifiable,” said Annelise Madison, a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology at T What You Can Do With a Kinesiology Degree 01/14/2021 12:00am • Athletic competitions are not the only arena where it is important to understand how the body moves, what causes exceptional physical performance and why people choose to participate in sports. Because exercise influences health outcomes, investigation into how people exercise and what motivates peo Even with COVID-19 vaccine, still need to 'exercise caution' when visiting elderly 01/13/2021 07:12pm • Increasing numbers of people are getting vaccinated against COVID-19, with eligibility expanding to include the elderly in D.C. and Northern Virginia. But an expert believes there still are too many unknowns for you to begin letting your guard down. "Community transmission is at extremely high ra Trial unlikely for Virginia man accused of killing parents 01/13/2021 08:35am • RICHMOND, Va. — Attorneys and doctors say that a Virginia man who suffers from schizophrenia is unlikely to stand trial on charges alleging that he killed his parents. The Richmond Times-Dispatch reported Tuesday that William Roy Brissette of Henrico County was found “unrestorably incompetent How to Choose a Diet 01/13/2021 12:00am • Choosing a new diet can feel like rocket science. Net carbs, nutrient density, acid-forming foods, inflammation-promoting hormones: What does it all mean? Weight loss or overall health: What's most important? Celebrity endorser or nutrition expert: Who do you believe? Mediterranean, DASH , vegan, 4 Myths About Postbaccalaureate Premed Programs 01/12/2021 12:00am • With strict admissions standards for M.D. and D.O. programs, attaining a high undergraduate GPA and MCAT score is critical for medical school applicants. While some students meet these academic expectations on their first attempt, others find that their overall undergraduate grade average, MCAT scor What to do if your family history includes brain aneurysm 01/11/2021 09:05pm • The condition that led to the hospitalization of music mogul Dr. Dre is not uncommon, and a D.C.-area neurologist has advice on what to do if you are susceptible to a ruptured brain aneurysm. As of Monday, Dre, whose real name is Andre Young, remained in intensive care at Cedars-Sinai Medical Cen A Guide to Workers' Compensation 01/11/2021 12:00am • If you get injured on the job, workers' compensation can help ensure that you still receive pay and other benefits from your employer. In this comprehensive guide to workers' compensation, you'll learn about what workers' comp is, who is covered by it, how much you can expect to receive, what types Raskin family opens up about son's suicide to combat stigma 01/09/2021 05:20am • Days after the loss of their son, U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md, and wife Sarah Bloom Raskin, decided to issue a public statement about their son's life — and 25-year-old Tommy Raskin's suicide. Kate Farinholt, executive director of the National Alliance for Mental Illness of Maryland, said the Data Doctors: What to know about smartphone widgets 01/08/2021 03:38pm • FILE - In this Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019 file photo, a staff member holds a Huawei "Mate20 X 5G" smartphone at the IFA 2019 tech fair in Berlin, Germany. (AP Photo/Michael Sohn, file) Q: What exactly are smartphone "widgets," and how do I use them? Our smartphones have become the center of our A Guide to Atrial Fibrillation After Open Heart Surgery 01/08/2021 12:00am • Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of heartbeat irregularity. It causes your heart to beat chaotically. Instead of the usual steady rhythm, it may beat quickly for a few minutes or longer. Or, it may alternate among beating rapidly, then normally and then slowly. Atrial fibrillation is cau More than weight loss: What to know about bariatric surgery 01/07/2021 02:01pm • This content is sponsored by MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Bariatric surgery can help patients lose weight and reduce the risk of potentially life-threatening weight-related health problems. Patients who are considering weight-loss surgeries should know their options and find out what coul What You Can Do With a Biochemistry Degree 01/07/2021 12:00am • Chemical processes in the body can make the difference between health and illness. Chemical cell division signals going haywire, for example, can cause cancerous tumors to emerge. Biochemistry is an academic discipline that investigates chemical interactions and reactions within living organisms, s Serious Urinary Health Symptoms 01/06/2021 12:00am • Especially during a time when many people are navigating if and when it's essential to visit a health care professional, it's wise to know the signs or symptoms of some severe health concerns. When it comes to your urological health, there are a few "red flags" that should not be ignored and requir