Americans love salt, but too much salt can cause big health problems. And as Washington Hospital Center cardiologist Patricia Davidson says, there is no such thing as healthy salt!
A conversation with Washington Hospital Center cardiologist Stuart Seides about a new study suggesting that people who don't have high cholesterol but do have high C-Reactive Protein levels might have fewer heart attacks and strokes if treated with a statin drug like Crestor.
If you wear a pacemaker or defibrillator, you will want to hear what Washington Hospital Center cardiologist Zayd Eldadah has to say about a new study and headphones that change the way these devices work.
If your idea of pregnancy and birth is what you see in the movies, you are in for a rude awakening, says Tamika Auguste, an obstetrician at Washington Hospital Center. She spoke with expectant father and film critic Christian Toto about this in a recent interview.
Washington Hospital Center's Stroke Team carries out a training exercise with an actress acting as if she is having a stroke. Dr. Amie Hsia also gives information about what to do if you think you are having a stroke
Dr. Elmer Huerta, former president of the American Cancer Society and noted cancer prevention specialist at Washington Hospital Center, talks about ways to reduce your risk of cancer with a film crew from France.
Washington Hospital Center's Oral & Maxillofacial surgeon Ziad Ali and Otolaryngologist Stanly Chia discuss the health implications of sleep apnea and why it's so underdiagnosed.
Desi Griffin, PhD, director of Behavioral Health Services at Washington Hospital Center offers advice to deal with the stress and anxiety of the holidays.
Washington Hospital Center Infection Control Specialist shows the two best ways to clean your hands, whether you use an antibacterial gel or soap and water.
The lives of four individuals have been changed forever by the generous act of organ donation. Washington Hospital Center choreographed a double swap kidney transplant a week before Christmas.
Myths about flu shots busted by Karin Myerson, RN, COHN-S, at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. Karin sets the records straight about some of the most popular misconceptions about flu shots.