Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the virus that causes chickenpox. It lies dormant in the nervous system then reemerges as painful rashes. Read More

Preparing for a Day on the Ice Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series. Part 1, which appeared last Monday, focused on getting started in skating. Last week we covered the basics for comfortably wearing your skates and caring for them. Clothing selection is Read More

Ice Skating Is Heating Up in the DMV Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series. Part 2, which will be published next Monday, focuses on what to wear and take when you hit the ice. It is really cold, but ice conditions are ideal at local rinks, and the ice will Read More