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Sleep, or lack thereof, can affect healthy development and cognition in children.

@FAMILYMagDC spoke with our pediatrician, Dr. Janine Rethy, about how kids can get the right amount of quality sleep. https://t.co/g252nCQr3K

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Living with thumb arthritis? A new type of hand surgery that is like a “mini hip replacement” within the thumb joint is helping people with arthritis recover faster.

@nbcwashington went “hands-on” to learn how this surgery works. 🖐️ https://t.co/v1ejGr8AP3

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A newly FDA-approved drug is poised to transform care for #PancreaticCancer.

@fox5dc spoke about it with Dr. Benjamin Weinberg, who explained how this targeted pill is offering new hope to patients. https://t.co/R6Or8oaxrm

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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) treatment is no longer one-size-fits-all. @SurvivorNetTeam takes a closer look at how newer treatments are giving patients more flexibility and choice. Read more below. https://t.co/pEkWVUYfrk

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Thumb arthritis affects nearly five million Americans over age 50. A new type of hand surgery is helping patients recover faster and with less pain.

Dr. Michael Kessler and his patient joined @fox5dc to share how it works. Watch here. ⬇️ https://t.co/sVmZGSKtZg

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Good news for coffee lovers! ☕

Dr. Barbara Srichai-Parsia, director of our Women’s Heart Health program, joined @nbcwashington to explain the potential health benefits of drinking coffee. https://t.co/d7nphHfCL5

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How can someone’s own tumor and immune system be used to fight their cancer? @CBSNews found out how #TILTherapy is offering new hope to patients with metastatic melanoma. Watch our patient's story below. https://t.co/1QoKSsZlFM

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A big week for #RoboticSurgery at MedStar Georgetown!

Our surgeons used the da Vinci SP® robotic system to perform groundbreaking breast, colorectal, and thoracic procedures, all through a single incision. This means less pain and faster recovery.

🔗: https://t.co/yLFEQh0sRr

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Great news! Our Cancer program is ranked #1 in the DC region and #48 nationally by @usnews. We're also recognized as high performing in 3 adult specialties and 9 procedures & conditions. Big congrats to our incredible team! #BestHospitals https://t.co/Ts32OprUTh

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ZYN nicotine pouches can now be marketed as a lower-risk alternative to cigarettes, but are they safer?

Dr. Chul Kim (@chulkimMD), our director of Thoracic Oncology, spoke with @FOX 5 DC about the FDA's decision and what it means for consumers. https://t.co/pioUebTUwd

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A global honor and a remarkable achievement. 👏

Congratulations to our own Dr. Gabriel Gondolesi, named president-elect of The Transplantation Society (@ttsorg), becoming only the second leader from Latin America elected to the role.

Read more: https://t.co/dbvcF7fqAQ

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Did you know your gut microbiome can affect your overall health? Dr. Walid Chalhoub, gastroenterologist, joined @fox5dc to share simple ways you can support a healthy gut. https://t.co/CaS3T4g0YK

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What’s in sunscreen and is it safe to use? ☀️🧴

With online chatter growing, Dr. Kelly Johnson-Arbor, medical toxicologist, breaks down the ingredients and separates fact from fiction on @fox5dc's #DMVZone. https://t.co/vu1x4ZFO6g

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“My breast cancer journey started many years ago with my mother.”

Stacie Haynes-Roberts opens up about her family history with #BreastCancer, and how she found the support to beat her own diagnosis. https://t.co/HcbUUeX9x4

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What if your own immune system could fight cancer?

@fox5dc shares how #TILTherapy offered here at MedStar Georgetown is giving new hope to patients with advanced #melanoma. Watch their conversation here. https://t.co/Dj60dUJQ9t

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After a powerful family history of cancer, Shannon Ingram took control of her health.

Through innovative surgery, she not only reduced her risk, she can also feel her daughters’ hugs again. Watch Shannon’s story. https://t.co/oSmFtp0teE

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GLP-1 shots are changing weight loss, but what about keeping it off?

A new pill may help patients keep their weight off after stopping injections. Dr. Ava Port explains what to expect via @Verywell. https://t.co/mp7XqcEECy

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A former colleague’s life-changing gift is providing a new lease on life for a Fauquier, Va. businessman. Read their story in @Fauquiertimes. https://t.co/AZL1G42b0R