-
7 ways to keep diabetes at bay
An estimated 25.8 million people, or 8.3% of the U.S. population have diabetes, according to the CDC. So, what can we do to prevent from getting diabetes? Here are some options.
-
Inova hospitals make urgent call for blood donations
Local hospitals are urgently asking people to roll up their sleeves and give blood.
Comment -
Sammies finalist created National Disaster Medical System
Dobbs interview May 11, 2012
Comment -
GAO: OSHA takes too long to adopt new standards
Moran interview April 26, 2012
Comment -
Health care challenge; The Trayvon Martin case; The Caps playoff push
Today on NewsTalk, we taked with Ken Jost pf CQ Press, former Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Glenn Ivey, and reporter Ben Raby.
Comment -
To 'pink slime' or not to slime?
The Agriculture Department is expected to announce Thursday that schools will be given the option to choose which beef to serve to students.
-
Howard student says he still had unprotected sex after HIV diagnosis
A documentary featuring a Howard University graduate student with AIDS hopes to raise awareness about the stigma of having the disease.
17 Comments -
Childhood obesity; The Skins fall to the Bills
Today on NewsTalk, We had a special panel on childhood obesity and talked sports with Tom Threlkeld of the DC Pro Sports Report.
Comment -
The Fancy Feast: The week in fancy people and fancy events
Welcome to the Fancy Feast, where the weekly comings-and-goings of the region's socialites, party animals, and events addicts are chronicled.
Comment
-
HIV Testing; Health Reform Upheld
Today on NewsTalk, we spoke with Virginia Congressman Jim Moran and Dr. Mohammed Akhter of DC's Department of Health
Comment -
Non-smokers who get lung cancer; Syria update; Campaign cash; Fitness Q&A
Today on NewsTalk, we talked with Reporter Greta Kreuz, CSIS scholar Aram Nerguizian, Reporter Scott Thuman and fitness expert Josef Brandenburg
Comment -
Obesity Epidemic; Rapid Transit System
Today on NewsTalk, we spoke with HBO producer John Hoffman, Nutrition Expert Preston Maring and Former Maryland Transportation Secretary David Winstead
Comment -
NIH official says researchers will publish bird flu findings
Fauci interview April 5, 2012
Comment -
Too much to drive? Take the bar breath test
Several bars in Montgomery County are installing a device called the Boozelator 3001, and WTOP reports that its meant to keep patrons from overindulging and then getting behind the wheel.
-
OH, RATS!
The rat population at the Occupy DC encampment in McPherson Square is "exploding," apparently. This is what said explosion looks like.
21 Comments -
HIV-positive woman says you should be open about your status
Howard University raised awareness about HIV on Thursday’s World Aids Day, focusing on the stigma the infection carries.
Comment -
Outpouring of donations saves Dumfries food pantry
A Dumfries food pantry was able to reopen after donations from the community poured in.
Comment -
Reskins pamper breast cancer patients
Local women who are battling breast cancer were treated to a day of bliss with the Redskins.
Comment
RecommendedRecent Facebook Activity
Best of TBD In case you missed it
-
World's Laziest Countries
"The Lancet" says that these ten countries are the ones whose people get the least exercise per day. Is the U.S. on here?
TBD Blogs What you need to read
-
@TBD Arts
Tonight: JD McPherson's 'Signs and Signifiers'
-
@TBD On Foot
A close reading of a D.C. commute
Only On 7
-
"Katie" comes to ABC7 September 10th at 4 on ABC7!
"Katie" premieres September 10th at 4pm on ABC7 followed by Leon Harris and Alison Starling on ABC7 News at 5. Click here to find out more about "Katie!"
Photo Galleries Pictures from around the region
-
America's scariest airports: Ten places where the takeoffs and landings are harrowing
-
PHOTOS: Top 10 swearing cities
-
Tricked out Redskins van makes appearance at training camp


