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DC Hasn't Been This Dry In Nearly 25 Years As Residents Are Asked To Cut Back Amid Drought
The DC region is on pace for its driest year in nearly 25 years, according to the National Weather Service, as worsening conditions along the Potomac River have triggered a Drought Watch affecting customers across Maryland and Virginia.
So far in 2026, just 16.65 inches of precipitation have been reported in Washington, compared to 23.31 inches at the same point in 2002, the last year conditions were this dry, according to DC Water.
The Drought Watch issued on Wednesday, June 3, was prompted by dry conditions, above-average temperatures, and below-normal water levels in the Potomac River, w…
UVA Health Prince William Medical Center Now Offers Ai-powered Prostate Treatment
UVA Health Prince William Medical Center has begun offering Aquablation therapy, an advanced AI-powered treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate, expanding access to minimally invasive urologic care in Northern Virginia.
According to UVA Health, BPH affects about half of men over their lifetime, yet fewer than 3% of those diagnosed receive procedural treatment. As the prostate enlarges, it can restrict the urethra and strain the bladder, leading to frequent urination, a weak stream, and sleep disruption.
The treatment uses a heat-free water jet, imaging, roboti…
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