Some DC-area hospitals don't make the grade - Monday, November 21, 2022 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | November 21, 2022 [Web version](   [Which DC-area hospitals graded poorly on preventable medical errors?]( One D.C. hospital received a grade of an F. Two others received D grades. [READ MORE](   [DC burn surgeon urges caution cooking holiday meals with disposable foil pans]( Some common injuries can ruin your Thanksgiving. A burn surgeon at MedStar Washington Hospital Center offers tips to avoid becoming a hospital patient. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Adopting a dog]( Adding a new member to the family isn't a decision to be taken lightly. There are a lot of things to consider; what to get, how old it should be, where to get it from, and the care that pet will need for the rest of its life!   [Nats' Turkeypalooza promises biggest Thanksgiving food distribution ever]( At least 800 turkeys will be given out families in need at locations in D.C. and Maryland through the charitable arm of the Washington Nationals. [READ MORE](   [Kids and parents prepare Thanksgiving meals for DC's food insecure, homeless]( Through Monday, more than 700 volunteers in D.C. will prepare food for those in need during the 26th Annual Everything but the Turkey event at the Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center. [READ MORE](   Insight by MedStar Washington Hospital Center [How new robotic technology is changing lung cancer outcomes]( This content is sponsored by MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide and it…   [Montgomery County warns of heightened risk of drunk drivers on Thanksgiving Eve]( Look for stepped up police patrols and more sobriety checkpoints in Montgomery County. The police call the day before Thanksgiving “Blackout Wednesday,” “Drinksgiving” or “Whiskey Wednesday” because so much heavy drinking takes place. [READ MORE](   [The personal effect of diabetes on families]( WTOP's Stephanie Gaines-Bryant shares her story of how she learned of diabetes as a child and how that impacted her life as an adult. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Join the race against hunger this Thanksgiving Day]( Ready to join SOME (So Others Might Eat) in making gratitude an action word this Thanksgiving? Learn how to get involved with America's Trot for Hunger.   [Patrons in gay club shooting hit gunman with his own weapon]( One person rushed from partying moments before to grabbing the suspect's handgun, hitting him with it and pinning him down until police arrived. [READ MORE](   [US seeks expansion of military presence in Philippines]( "Now and always, the U.S. commitment to the defense of the Philippines is ironclad." [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Amazon [Amazon's second headquarters is opening next year. What benefits can the DMV expect?]( With the initial opening of HQ2 just months away now, WTOP talks with local civic leaders and with Amazon about community partnerships that aim to bolster jobs and equitable access to education and skills training across the DMV.   [World Cup Viewer's Guide: Qatar loses opener, US up on Day 2]( The United States returns to the World Cup after missing the 2018 tournament in Russia and opens play on Monday against Gareth Bale-led Wales. [READ MORE](   [2022 NFL Week 11 Recap]( Dominant defense, spectacular special teams and offensive offense. All three phases of football get their proper due in the Week 11 Recap. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Get on TOP of Your Health]( WTOP's "Get on TOP of Your Health" series will feature local health care experts and thought leaders from across the DMV, serving up education, awareness, tips and more to help people proactively live healthier. Contact us to join the conversation!   [Jeff Dunham returns for Comedy Central special filmed at DC's Warner Theatre]( The special premieres at 8 p.m. Friday on Comedy Central and will stream on Paramount+. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by WAEPA [Open Season Exchange 2022: WAEPA's M. Shane Canfield on revisiting all benefits, not just health, for 2023]( Open season in the federal government is an ideal time to revisit all your benefits for the year ahead, not just FEHB health plans, advises WAEPA CEO M. Shane Canfield. He shares what's new in life insurance benefits with The Federal Drive's Tom Temin.   PARTNERSHIP [Make a donation to the MS Society during WTOP's Month of Giving!]( WTOP is proud to announce we have partnered with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society of Greater DC / Maryland. Make a donation in November in support of our Month of Giving program!   [Check out the latest weather forecast]( [Click here for the latest traffic updates]( [Visit WTOP's Podcast Center]( Download and listen to podcasts created by WTOP and our partners CONNECT WITH WTOP [facebook]( [twitter]( [linkedin]( [instagram]( TUNE IN SO YOU NEVER MISS A MOMENT [DOWNLOAD THE WTOP APP]( [Click here to manage your newsletter preferences.]( This email and the accompanying website are not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. [Unsubscribe](  | [Contact us.](