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Deprescribing Medications for Older Adults 01/16/2018 07:00pm • Many older adults take too many prescription drugs or take them at too-high doses. Prescriptions started long ago to treat temporary medical conditions somehow never get stopped. Other preventive drugs may offer little to no benefit after a certain age and bring unacceptable side effects for older u 10 Colleges Where Students Usually Get Internships 01/15/2018 07:00pm • 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 A Man Held in His Sneeze and Ruptured the Back of His Throat 01/15/2018 07:00pm • You know the feeling: You're about to sneeze, but don't want to spread germs so you try to hold it in. But let this man's experience be a lesson that forcefully holding in a sneeze may not be a great plan -- considering you could rupture the back of your throat in the process. A 34-year-old man rece What to Do When Your Doctor Leaves Your Health Plan 01/15/2018 07:00pm • When you have a good relationship with your doctor, it's almost like magic -- especially if you've ever had a doctor you've disliked. After all, a good doctor-patient relationship can do wonders for the quality of your health care. You're more likely to be open and candid, and the doctor is more lik How to Train Your Brain to Improve Performance 01/15/2018 07:00pm • When most people consider the concept of brain training to improve learning, they tend to think of those online game programs or puzzles that are purported to give the brain a "workout" by practicing memory and problem-solving skills to sharpen the mind. Others consider more advanced techniques aim Prepare to Address Medical School Motivations in Interview 01/15/2018 07:00pm • An interview is a key component of the medical school application process. During the interview, the admissions committee will in all likelihood ask you, "Why medicine?" No matter how good your test scores are or how compelling you are as an applicant, before offering you a position in their incomin How to Make Sure Your Doctor Understands Your Medical Condition 01/15/2018 07:00pm • Your doctor isn't just a health care provider. She's also part detective, using all the clues and evidence you provide to arrive at a diagnosis and then using that determination to develop an appropriate treatment protocol. It's not always a straightforward process, and it's important that you prov For chronic disease, a pill will only treat so much, expert says 01/15/2018 02:10am • WASHINGTON — Whether it’s a pulled muscle you’re nursing or a chronic disease you’re fighting, a treatment from the doctor’s office will only help so much. That’s according to Dr. Wayne Jonas, a practicing physician and former director of the Office of Alternative Medicine at the 8 Possible Signs of Testicular Cancer 01/14/2018 07:00pm • Most signs of testicular cancer don't involve pain. Most men don't like to think about testicular cancer -- which can put them in jeopardy of missing signs they have it. "It's an easy subject to sweep under the rug, since it can be less than comfortable for a majority of men to talk about," says Dr. 'Super Bowl of Astronomy' wraps up in Prince George's County 01/14/2018 04:29pm • WASHINGTON — The 231st meeting of the American Astronomical Society lived up to its advance billing as the "Super Bowl of Astronomy." Thousands of astronomers from around the world along with international space agencies, contractors and vendors gathered to discuss all things astronomical at t Ralph Northam sworn in as Virginia's 73rd governor 01/13/2018 04:45pm • WASHINGTON — For the most part, it was a cold and dreary Saturday in Richmond, Virginia. But the sun did manage to break through as Ralph Northam took the oath to office. Northam told the crowds that gathered to see him that working together with the Republican led General Assembly was key. Transcript of Ralph Northam's inaugural address 01/13/2018 04:20pm • WASHINGTON — Below is the speech Governor Ralph Northam delivered at his inauguration on Saturday, Jan. 13. Mr. Speaker, Lt. Governor Fairfax, Attorney General Herring, Members of the General Assembly, Justices of the Supreme Court, Judge Tyler, honored guests, Pam, Aubrey, and Wes, my fellow V Best and worst airlines of 2017 01/12/2018 04:49pm • WASHINGTON — Last year was a rough one to be an airline passenger. In addition to the cramped seats, there were storms, power outages, various runway construction projects at major airports and oh yeah, a United passenger was physically dragged out of his seat and off a plane so an airline empl How to protect against Meltdown, Spectre flaws 01/11/2018 08:49pm • Q: What do I need to do to protect my computer from the microprocessor flaws? The Meltdown and Spectre processor security flaws, which many are calling the worst processor bug ever, should be of concern for all computer users. Virtually every computer made since 1995 is considered to be vulner How to Better Manage Diabetes -- and Save Money Doing It 01/11/2018 07:00pm • Not everything that's healthier costs more. In fact, doing what's best for one's well-being and quality of life is sometimes less expensive than being unhealthy. Take riding your bike to work, for example -- if that's something you're able to do. Or while it can sometimes cost more to buy produce t