Patricia Fantis

Children’s National Hospital in D.C. says its goals are to shorten wait times and make sure families don’t leave before they’re seen.

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Peptides are exploding in popularity. From celebrities and influencers to suburban moms and even teens, millions of Americans are sharing what’s in their peptide “stack” and jumping on the latest health craze.

Juliana Peres Magalhães testified she was seeking a streaming deal for at least $10,000. But Virginia’s “Son of Sam” law could direct funds to victims in the Brendan Banfield case.

John Lock was born with his heart on the opposite side of his chest. It was never an issue until he developed atrial fibrillation — a common heart condition that put his life at risk and created a major challenge for doctors. That’s when a D.C. surgeon stepped in to take on the case. For most of his life, having…

AI medical advice gave a real doctor's credentials. Why people are turning to bots for help

It has become a trusted companion for millions of teens. But it’s not a person. It’s an algorithm powered by artificial intelligence – one that’s trained to generate human-like responses. And some fear young people may not fully understand the difference until it’s too late. Two families believe their children are gone because of a new technology that was intended…

Two families are suing AI companies after they say chatbots contributed to their children's deaths.

Mikaela Shumway, 4, loves to sing and dance and just started Pre-K 4. But two years ago, she was hooked up to machines at Children’s National Hospital after tests confirmed she had leukemia. “It was just like a whirlwind. You know, your mind always goes to the worst place, you know?” Mikaela’s father Jon Shumway said. At 2 years old,…