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Confused with all the numbers, letters on SD cards? Here's what they mean 02/15/2018 11:42pm • Q: Can you help me understand all the numbers on SD camera cards? Today’s memory cards comprise a confusing batch of geek speak, but once you understand some of the basics, it might make it easier to digest. Physical size Most of today’s devices use either SD or microSD cards, which you can d Rating Doctors: What You Need to Know 02/14/2018 07:00pm • If you're looking for a surgeon to remove your gallbladder, you could log into ProPublica's Surgeon Scorecard. The online doctor rating tool provides nationwide rankings for surgeons who conduct eight elective procedures, such as knee replacements and prostate removals. The website looks clean and Could a History of Childhood Abuse Be Contributing to Your Depression? 02/14/2018 07:00pm • The ripple effects of childhood abuse extend well beyond the immediate time surrounding the abuse and can continue to cause significant disruption throughout a person's life, even if on the surface things seem calm. Studies show that so-called adverse childhood experiences -- stressful or traumatic Protecting Your Heart From Negative Emotions 02/13/2018 07:00pm • Being diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening condition like heart disease is enough to put anyone in a bad mood. But it turns out the mind-body connection flows the other way, too: Negative states of mind -- experiencing depression, anxiety, loneliness, anger, hostility or chronic stress -- Surprising health benefits of Valentine's Day traditions 02/13/2018 01:13pm • WASHINGTON — They're familiar sights this time of year: A box of chocolates and a dozen roses. But it turns out there may be some surprising health benefits to these Valentine's Day staples. People have been trumpeting chocolate's miracle properties for thousands of years, said Sally Squire Quince Orchard student athlete who died after a fight had a pre-existing condition 02/12/2018 07:28pm • WASHINGTON — A teenager who died after having a cardiac event after a fight had a pre-existing medical condition, doctors found. Tyler Steven Terry, 17, of Gaithersburg, died Sunday, after suffering a cardiac event on Jan. 29. Terry was part of a group who met an opposing group a bit before What to Do When There Are No Primary Care Physicians Accepting Patients Near You 02/11/2018 07:00pm • If you've been hearing a lot about the lack of primary care or family physicians in the United States lately, you haven't imagined it: The problem appears to be getting worse. According to research released by the Association of American Medical Colleges in March 2017, "the estimated shortage will How to Read an OTC Medication Label 02/11/2018 07:00pm • As more and more medicines become available on pharmacy shelves without a prescription, pressure is on consumers to make their own medical decisions. Are you intimidated by all the choices and marketing claims? Here's a step-by-step guide: 1. Where does it hurt? Think about what symptoms you're t Ask 6 Questions to Choose an Online Science Course 02/11/2018 07:00pm • Between lab requirements and the use of classroom equipment to conduct research, the hard sciences -- biology, chemistry and physics, to name a few -- may not initially seem suited for the online format. But some schools have found ways for students to explore these fields remotely. North Dakota re How Your Smartphone May Be Making You Unhappy 02/11/2018 07:00pm • Have you ever pulled out your smartphone to check an incoming text during a family dinner? Scrolled through your emails late at night while lying in bed next to your spouse? Interrupted a coffee date to see who's responded to your latest tweet or Instagram post? If you own a smartphone -- and 77 per Take Culinary Medicine Courses in Medical School 02/11/2018 07:00pm • Due to a growing awareness of the impact of nutrition on health, some medical schools are introducing elective courses in culinary medicine, an emerging field that focuses on providing evidence-based food recommendations to patients. Culinary medicine courses may be taught by a faculty team includi Md.'s governor: Federal shutdown is 'no way to run a government' 02/10/2018 12:10am • WASHINGTON — While the most recent government shutdown may have been short-lived, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan says the inability of leaders in Washington to come up with long-term agreements is no way to run a government. “It’s crazy that they can’t ever seem to get anything done in Washing How do you get the most out of your smartphone camera? 02/09/2018 04:37pm • Q: What filter are you using on the pictures you’ve recently posted on Instagram? A: I’ve been road testing a Verizon Google Pixel 2 XL, which has some pretty spectacular lenses and camera technology built in. Features such as the automatic HDR+ and HDR+ enhanced help with images that have Plenty of flu shots still available despite late demand: health official 02/09/2018 04:30pm • WASHINGTON — This year's long and deadly flu season has created a lot of demand for flu shots much later than usual in the season. "Many pharmacies and doctor's offices hadn't planned necessarily on having this much vaccine this late into the year," said David Goodfriend, the director of the L Md. legislative roundup: Elephants, artificial turf, 'unspecified' ID gender 02/09/2018 04:52am • Alex Mann, correspondent ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Bills working their way through the General Assembly would outlaw using elephants in certain animal acts; ban using state funds for artificial turf fields or playgrounds; and add “unspecified” to the gender selection option on a motor vehicle licens