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Breakthrough News About Migraine Headaches Investigators from the International Headache Genetics Consortium, a world-wide collaboration of researchers, have identified the first-ever genetic risk factor associated with common types of migraine. Researchers looked at genetic data of more than 50,000 people and found new insights into the triggers for migraines attacks, which ...
Feds Caution Against Using Unapproved IUDs Federal health officials are warning medical practitioners around the country not to use unapproved intrauterine devices (IUDs).
In a July 22 letter, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reminds health professionals that using unapproved IUDs raises concerns about effectiveness and safety—as well as the potential for fraud ...
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Capsaicin, the stuff that gives chili peppers their kick, may cause weight loss and fight fat buildup by triggering certain beneficial protein changes in the body, according to a new study on ...
Malaria Medication Use for Leg Cramps is Risky People who use the drug Qualaquin to treat or prevent nighttime leg cramps may be at risk for serious and life-threatening reactions, according to the Food and Drug Administration FDA.Qualaquin quinine sulfate is FDA-approved only to treat a certain type of malaria uncomplicated malaria caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum.This ...
Taxing Caloric Sweetened Beverages: Potential Effects on Beverage Consumption, Calorie Intake, and Obesity The link between high U.S. obesity rates and the overconsumption of added sugars, largely from sodas and fruit drinks, has prompted public calls for a tax on caloric sweetened beverages. Faced with such a tax, consumers may reduce consumption of these sweetened beverages and substitute nontaxed beverages, such as bottled ...
Magic Power Coffee Contains Undeclared Drug Ingredient Magic Power Coffee, an instant coffee product marketed as a dietary supplement for sexual enhancement, contains the drug ingredient hydroxythiohomosildenafil, a chemical similar to sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra. Hydroxythiohomosildenafil, like sildenafil, may interact with prescription drugs known as nitrates, including nitroglycerin, and cause ...
Flame retardant linked to altered thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy Pregnant women with higher blood levels of a common flame retardant had altered thyroid hormone levels, a result that could have implications for fetal health, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley.
"This is the first study with a sufficient sample ...
1 in 5 U.S. High School Students Have Abused Prescription Drugs One in 5 U.S. high school students say they have ever taken a prescription drug without a doctor’s prescription, according to the 2009 National Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is the first year ...
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Certified as Primary Stroke Center Hospital Recognized for Meeting Specialized Needs of Stroke Patients
Alexandria, VA — The Joint Commission, which oversees accreditation and certification of more than 17,000 healthcare organizations and programs in the United States, has officially certified Inova Mount Vernon Hospital as a Primary Stroke Center, making it part of ...
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Driver Charged in DUI Hit and Run on Route 7 On September 2nd at approximately 2:00AM Loudoun County Deputy was patrolling near Route 7 and Ashburn Blvd, when two vehicles were observed traveling eastbound on Route 7. One of the vehicles, a passenger car, was attempting to pass a truck. The vehicle struck the passenger side of the truck and continued to drive down ROute 7. Deputies initiated a traffic stop an the vehicle in the area of Lexington Drive. The driver of the passenger vehicle, Sean M. Nebel, 24 of Leesburg was charged with felony hit and run, DUI ...
Dulles Flight Reports Laser Light from Leesburg Area At approximately 9:00PM on September 1st, Loudoun Deputies were contacted when an inbound flight to Dulles International Airport reported that someone from the ground had shined a laser into the aircraft. The flight crew reported details of the incident and deputies were able to identify a 15-year old Leesburg boy as being involved in the incident. The case is pending.
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Loudoun Department of Economic Development Hosting Redskins Trivia Contest on Facebook The Loudoun County Department of Economic Development is hosting a Redskins Trivia Contest every day for the next two weeks on the department’s page on Facebook.
Loudoun County is the corporate home of the Washington Redskins and the department is encouraging business leaders and residents to take part in the events surrounding Redskins Week, which begins September 7, and ends with the opening game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 12.
Every day for the next two weeks, the department will post three daily questions on its Facebook page. The first person ...
Director of Public Information for Loudoun County to Leave Position – Loudoun News Jim Barnes, Director of Public Information for Loudoun County, announced today that he will leave his position at the end of October, after nearly 22 years of service with the county.
“When I first came to Loudoun County, I never dreamed that I would be in this position for 22 years,” he said. “I have been honored to serve the people of Loudoun County, but now it’s time for me to take on a new challenge.” He said that while he is exploring new opportunities, he will do consulting work for ...
Virginia Regional Transit to End Western Flyer Trolley Service Virginia Regional Transit (VRT) announced today that it will discontinue Western Flyer trolley service on September 3, 2010. The route has gained riders during the trial period, but has not generated enough sustained ridership to warrant the continued funding necessary to maintain service. Passengers will be notified of service termination through postings on the trolleys.
Currently the service runs between Purcellville and Lovettsville and also provides access to the MARC train in Brunswick, MD, with optional transfers to other fixed-route services. Since its inception in February 2009, ridership ...
Town of Purcellville Plans “Rock the Field” The Town of Purcellville and the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will once again be offering their free rock music event, “Rock the Field”, on September 12, 2010 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. “Rock the Field” will feature the classic rock groups GSL, Ivy Rose, Not My Finest Hour, The Immortals and Canus Cibus. This free event will be held at Fireman’s Field located at 250 South Nursery Avenue, Purcellville, in the gazebo area behind the stadium.
A rock wall, moon bounce and slide, temporary tattoos, face ...
Prescription Pill Distributor in Middleburg Va Sentenced to 10 Years – Loudoun News Joseph George Ecker, 53, of Middleburg, Va., was sentenced today to 120 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for illegally distributing prescription drugs he obtained as a Medicare beneficiary.
Neil H. MacBride, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, and Shawn Henry, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI’s Washington Field Office, made the announcement after sentencing by United States District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema.
Ecker pled guilty on June 16, 2010, to conspiracy to distribute Schedule II prescription narcotic drugs and health care fraud. As ...
Osama El-Atari Sentenced to 12 Years for $53 Million Bank Fraud Osama El-Atari, 31, of Ashburn, Va., was sentenced today to 144 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for operating a fraud scheme that stole more than $53 million from banks throughout the United States.
Neil H. MacBride, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia; Steven M. Dettelbach, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio; Shawn Henry, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI Washington Field Office; C. Frank Figliuzzi, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Cleveland Field Office; and Rebecca A. Sparkman, ...
Sobriety Checkpoint in Eastern Loudoun Friday August 27th The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Friday, August 27, 2010 in Eastern Loudoun County.
The sobriety checkpoint will be held from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. The Sheriff’s Office designed the checkpoints to raise public awareness and to discourage impaired driving.
The sobriety checkpoint follows on the heels of the kick-off for the National Highway Traffic Safety Association’s (NHTSA) annual ‘Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest.’ campaign. The NHTSA also released new data this week indicating that eight percent of all drivers, as many as 17 ...
Dulles Motorcars Celebrates Opening of New Leesburg Showroom At 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2010, Town of Leesburg officials will hold a ribbon cutting for Dulles Motorcars’ new Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and Ram showroom located at 219 Catoctin Circle SE. Council Member Katie Hammler will be officiating.
“As a Jeep dealership for almost 20 years, we were fortunate to have very loyal customers. Now we are pleased to be able to serve them again, as well as customers for other Chrysler products that are so popular in Loudoun County,” says owner Kevin Saghafi.
Following the ribbon cutting, local professional ...
Second Body Discovered at Balls Bluff is Apparent Suicide On August 25, 2010 at approximately 1:00 AM, Leesburg Police Officers discovered a body in Balls Bluff Park in Leesburg. The body has been identified as that of a Leesburg man. At this time, all indications are that the individual took his own life. Detectives from the Leesburg Police Department are conducting a thorough investigation in conjunction with the Medical Examiner’s Office to determine exact cause of death.
There is no indication of a connection to the homicide that is currently under investigation by the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.
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Apparent Homicide Near Balls Bluff Park in Leesburg The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent homicide after human remains were discovered in a wooded area near Ball’s Bluff Regional Park in the Town of Leesburg.
Around 5:47 p.m. August 23rd members of the Leesburg Police Department and the Loudoun County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management responded to the 42300 block of Ball’s Bluff Road for a report of a small structure fire. At the scene human remains were discovered.
The Loudoun County Fatal Fire Arson Task Force (LFFATF) responded to the scene. Members of the Loudoun ...
Loudoun Police Release Surveillance Video of Subway Robber The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the armed robbery of a Subway restaurant. Around 11 a.m. on August 20, 2010 Sheriff’s Deputies were called to the 43100 block of Broadlands Center Plaza. An unknown suspect entered the restaurant, displayed a firearm, and demanded cash. The suspect was last seen on foot. The suspect was described as a Black male with a thin build and short cropped hair. He was further described as being in his early to mid-20’s, approximately 6′ tall, and was last seen wearing a baggy ...
New Aircraft Hangars at Leesburg Executive Airport On Thursday, September 2, 2010, the Leesburg Town Council, Leesburg Airport Commission and Town staff will celebrate the completion of new aircraft hangars on the South Apron at the Leesburg Executive Airport. At 6:00 p.m., prior to the Leesburg Airport Commission’s regular monthly meeting, Town officials will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony in front of the hangars.
“Continued growth of airport capabilities is a major goal for the Town” said Dennis Boykin, Chairman of the Leesburg Executive Airport Commission. “Airports are about commerce, not about airplanes, and we need to continually ...
Reston Century Bicycle Tour Will Impact Traffic In Leesburg The annual Reston Century Bicycle Tour, a 100-mile bicycle ride that begins at Reston Town Center and travels through Leesburg and Western Loudoun County, will take place on Sunday, August 22, 2010. Riders are scheduled to leave Reston Town Center at approximately 7:00 a.m., with the first riders expected to reach Leesburg at 7:30 a.m.
Tour riders will travel into Leesburg on the W&OD Trail to Crosstrail Boulevard and then north onto Rivercreek Parkway to Edwards Ferry Road. Riders will proceed west on Edwards ...
Driver in Route 7 Accident Faces Felony Child Endangerment Charge The driver involved in a single car auto accident that occurred on Saturday August 14th remains in custody after being charged with DUI. The driver of a 1998 Chevrolet Blazer involved in a single vehicle crash on Route 7 just east of Belmont Ridge Road has also been charged with felony child endangerment. The driver 19 year-old Luis Esquivel Mandujano of Leesburg, lost control and struck a group of trees in the median near Belmont Ridge in Ashburn, VA. No other vehicles were involved in the crash. Passengers, Matias ...
Driveway Accident Sends Vicitm To Hospital A Great Falls man struck his father in the driveway of his home Thursday morning at approx. 10:00AM. Twenty-seven year old, Dustin H. Lawhorne was driving a a 2005 Ford F-250 pick-up truck when he pulled into the driveway of his home at the cul-de-sac of Oakbrook Court. A box truck that was legally parked near the entrance to the driveway in the cul-de-sac that blocked the view of both the driver and the pedestrian.
The father was airlifted to INOVA Fairfax Hospital. As of Thursday evening he was listed in ...
Utility Work in Leesburg will Cause Major Traffic Delays On Sunday, August 15, motorists should be prepared for major traffic delays in Leesburg while Dominion Virginia Power crews continue pulling wires across roadways for the new power line. The Sunday work will require stopping traffic for up to 15 minutes at a time on South King Street (Route 15) in Leesburg near the Route 7 Bypass interchange, and just east of the interchange on Route 7 Bypass. Crews will work from 5:30 a.m. until 9 p.m.
Throughout the day, State Police and VDOT will monitor traffic queues and ...
Police Arrest Suspect in Connection with Serial Stabbing Case Law enforcement authorities have a man in custody in connection with the serial stabbing cases that have terrorized residents across three states. Based on information provided by a tip from the public regarding the hunt for the serial killer, authorities were able to locate an individual of interest in the case. Authorities obtained search warrants and were able to track the suspect electronically through several states, resulting in an arrest Wednesday afternoon in Atlanta, Georgia.
This composite sketch provided by the Michigan State Police ...
Mason Enterprise Center Signs Lease in Oldtown Leesburg On Tuesday, August 10, 2010, the Leesburg Town Council authorized Town Manager John Wells to execute a lease that will bring a new Mason Enterprise Center location to downtown Leesburg.
The business incubator, which will also house the Town’s Economic Development Department, will ultimately be located at 202 Church Street SE. Virginia Heritage Properties has an approved site plan for a 10,000 square foot, 3-story office building at that location. The new business incubator will occupy 7,140 square feet of the building when it is completed. Owner Joanna Coston estimates that ...
Babe Ruth World Series for 14 Year Old in Purcellville The Town of Purcellville is proud to announce that they will be hosting the Babe Ruth World Series for 14 Year Olds beginning August 21, 2010 through August 28, 2010. Come and be part of history when, once again, the Town of Purcellville is listed in the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York as having hosted the 2010 Babe Ruth World Series.
The Town of Purcellville is hosting a volunteer night on Wednesday, August 25th. This is a wonderful opportunity for neighbors, businesses and civic groups to ...
