Health
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Keep your pets safe in the cold weather
CommentDr. Katy Nelson came on the show today to give us tips on how to keep our pets healthy and safe in the figid temperatures.
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Foods that fight the flu
CommentRegistered dietitian Rebecca Scritchfield came on today to talk about how you can flight off a cold or the flu this season by eating certain types of food.
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Junior Seau's family sues NFL over brain injuries
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The wrongful death lawsuit, filed Wednesday in California Superior Court in San Diego, blames the NFL for its "acts or omissions" that hid the dangers of repetitive blows to the head.
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Sugary drink limit opponents say limits question racial fairness
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Opponents of the city's limit on the size of sugary drinks are raising questions of racial fairness alongside other complaints as the novel restriction faces a court test.
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Alzheimer's: Doctors test brain pacemakers
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Brain surgery for Alzheimer's may sound radical, but the first U.S. experiments with these implants are getting under way.
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Flu shots for free in some Montgomery County clinics
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The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene reported Friday that a Baltimore-area child who died in December tested positive for influenza. Officials say the child had an underlying health condition, but gave no other details.
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Animal treats with health hazards
CommentDr. Katy Nelson came on the show today to talk about the chicken jerky treat recall and how the treats can affect your pets.
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New year, new you from Gilt City DC
CommentMarissa Schneider, the senior curator for GiltCity.com, came on the show today to talk about fitness, weight loss, nutrition, and beauty services in the DC area.
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Energy drink-related ER visits doubled in last four years: Survey
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A new government survey suggests the number of people seeking emergency treatment after consuming energy drinks has doubled nationwide in a recent four-year span.
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Evan Gill's birthmark gone, skin healing well
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Evan Gill is starting 2013 with a brand new look. His birthmark is gone and his new skin is healing quite well.
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How to get back on track of your New year's resolutions
CommentClinical psychologist Andrea Bonior came on the show today to talk about what to do if you've already broken your resolutions and how you can get back on track.
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Obese women seen as guilty by male jury over thin women: Study
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It’s an interesting new revelation: A recent study found that male jurors are more likely to find women that are obese guilty over women that are thinner.
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Flu cases mostly peak in the U.S.
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With fears rising nationwide about what's looks like the worst flu outbreak in recent memory, dozens have died nationwide, including 18 children. One patient died in Frederick, Md.
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Choosing the right pet food
CommentDr. Katy Nelson sat down with Katherine to talk about what you need to think about to keep your pet healthy.
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Flu cases more than triple in D.C. over last season
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The city's health department says hospitals have reported 310 cases of influenza since the season began in late September. Just since Jan. 1, there have been 40 new cases.
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Whitman-Walker Health expands in Logan Circle
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Whitman-Walker Health is expanding its footprint in the Logan Circle neighborhood. The new state-of-the-art medical center will offer expanded programs and services for patients.
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How to avoid getting sick this season
CommentBonnie McDaniel of Recipes for Good Living magazine came on the show today to talk about how you can stay healthy and avoid getting the flu this season.
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Flu season hits early, patients flood hospitals
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Researchers at the University of Maryland are trying to figure out why this year’s flu season is so much worse. Local hospitals are seeing a serious increase in the number of patients.
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