Health stories in DC / Maryland / Virginia

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has directed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to shift its research into autism toward potential environmental causes. The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine published new clinical guidance this week affirming that acetaminophen, better

A boil water advisory has been issued for nearly 5,000 D.C. Water customers in upper Northwest D.C. due to a loss of water pressure. Residents are advised to boil water before consumption until testing confirms safety.

UsAgainstAlzheimer's is launching a month-long effort to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, provide trusted resources for families, and help people better understand brain health and recognize potential warning signs of cognitive decline. The post UsAgainstAlzheimer&#82

Target has issued a recall for select Up & Up baby wipes sold nationwide due to potential bacterial contamination. Customers are advised to check their purchases and return affected products.

Most of the accidents that lead to death at home can be avoided, said Dr. Miriam Fischer, an emergency department physician at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. “Unintentional injuries are the third leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for almost 200,000 deaths a year,&#82

Hi, My husband and I have been going to Washington Fertility Center the past few months for fertility testing and appointments. So far, we have had a positive experience overall. However, the con I would say is that it is a much smaller clinic and haven't heard much reviews from them. Their IUI cos

1443 P Street, NW previously home to Commissary Thanks to Ray for sharing an updated looking inside the space coming to Logan Circle: ICYMI: Check out their menus here. “OUR MISSION establish a standard of health & wellness in the community, by providing access to healthy and nutritious food,

Arlington has no shortage of trusted family physicians who see the whole picture — faithfully tracking the health of their patients and supporting them through all of life’s medical ups […]

[Link: https://www.mwcog.org/newsroom/2026/06/04/code-orange-unhealthy-air-forecast-tomorrow-june-5-in-the-dc-region-air-quality/] Code Orange levels mean the air is unhealthy for sensitive groups like people with heart or lung disease like asthma or emphysema, older adults, and children should mak

Dr. Miriam Fischer from MedStar Washington Hospital Center highlights that most home deaths from unintentional injuries are preventable. With June being National Safety Month, she urges residents to take simple precautions to enhance home safety.

I took my toddler to PM Pediatric Care in Rockville since his hand is covered in splinters. Horrible experience. I have to take my son to the ER tomorrow morning to get these splinters out. Not sure which hospital to go to though. Any suggestions?

Hello, I was referred by Kaiser to Holy cross silver spring for a robotic assisted laparoscopic myomectomy . This is in regards to a large uterine fibroid. So far I have seen so many bad reviews regarding holy cross silver spring , specific to their ER. Can anyone who has performed a similar surg

Maryland requires insurance to be carried on all registered vehicles, what happens when I just stop paying the outrageous price? Yesterday I saw someone had removed their month sticker, and the year was 24. Today, a Dodge Ram with both a Firefighter and Marine Corps stickers, had tags expired for ov

While i was searching for better insurance premium last friday, the online quote with usaa stated i had license suspended. i went to dmv online and indeed it was expired since march 6th stating insurance lapse on my civic that was sold back in december. Carvana did give me the plates and i didnt g

Health professionals are raising concerns about the prevalence of unreliable health information on social media platforms, particularly among teens. Experts emphasize the importance of teaching young people how to critically evaluate health content they encounter online.

TOMY International has recalled approximately 40,000 Boon NURSH baby bottles sold at Walmart due to a choking hazard. The bottles' outer shell can bubble and peel, posing a risk to infants and young children.

AcuPet Health es un dispositivo ‘wearable’, asociado a una aplicación móvil, que permite monitorizar constantes vitales clave y el nivel de actividad de los perros para que sus tutores puedan adelantarse a posibles enfermedades y aprendan a conocer el estado de salud de sus m

A want is not a need.  How many times did we hear that from our grandparents or parents when we were growing up?   Needs are basic but not necessarily inexpensive – clean air and water, adequate and healthy food, a safe place to live, jobs with a living wage, good schools, access to health

Lori Ringer, the previous Twig President, passes her torch to Maureen McGuire, the current Twig President. Photo: The Zebra Press ALEXANDRIA, VA – On Wednesday, June 3, The Twig Alexandria (Together We Ignite Giving) presented a $450,000 donation to Inova Alexandria Hospital at their annual lu

New regulations from the Trump administration may not exempt adult Medicaid enrollees with serious health conditions from work requirements, surprising state officials. The changes could impact access to health care for vulnerable populations.

Federal health officials are advocating for access to Americans' medical records, while new research highlights the impact of screen time on children's brain development. Additionally, there is an emphasis on the importance of learning CPR.

The Michael J. Fox Foundation is hosting a race in the Pentagon City area this weekend, raising funds to support research on Parkinson’s disease. The race, which participants can either […]

“Dear PoPville, I have urged the regional manager of certain Walgreens’ DC stores to automatically send notifications to pharmacy customers and Rx prescribers in response to all medication orders, indicating that they may be delayed. This will help ensure that patients and prescribers ha

The Maryland health department has suspended the license of Clover Hill Dairy following a recall of ricotta cheese products. Residents are urged to check their fridges for the affected items.

Clover Hill Dairy in Mechanicsville, Maryland, has voluntarily recalled several soft ricotta products due to potential listeria contamination. The Maryland Department of Health advises consumers to avoid these products and check for relabeled items.

Cychlorphine, a synthetic opioid ten times stronger than fentanyl, is emerging in multiple states, contributing to a surge in overdose fatalities. Health officials warn of its rapid increase and difficulty in detection.

Fue uno de los casos de fraude relacionados con la pandemia del COVID-19 más extraños presentados por el Departamento de Justicia, con detalles tan inverosímiles que parecían sacados de un guion de Hollywood. Se trataba de un préstamo de ayuda por la pandemia de $8.4 millones basado en documentos