Finding the best hospital
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A survey on hospital quality of 25 hospitals in US cities, was conducted in 2004. It was found that there was no dominant hospital in Washington to pick and choose the best place for a specific medical problem, except for the Children's National Institutes of Health, though private-practice in Washington delivers good care.
Publication Name: Washingtonian
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0043-0897
Year: 2005
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Secrets of the womb: the mysteries of fetal life are slowly being uncovered
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New technology such as scanning is giving valuable insights into foetal development. It is becoming clear that the unborn child is sensitive to the mother's emotions, health and behaviour. Factors such as maternal nutrition and stress may influence whether certain genes are activated or not.
Publication Name: Washingtonian
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0043-0897
Year: 2001
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Nature or nurture?
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Issues are presented concerning the research which is being carried out into the lives of twins, particularly those who have been reared separately. The influence of the environment on health and personality is discussed.
Publication Name: Washingtonian
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0043-0897
Year: 2000
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