MCM Health Connect
MCM Health Connect is a project funded by the Healthcare Initiative Foundation aimed at raising awareness about the health issues affecting Montgomery County residents and highlighting the resources available to them. The goal of this platform is to direct attention to specific health issues, educate the public around health, and support the work of local healthcare providers and organizations.
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Park Academy Series Offers Yoga, Art, and Tree Climbing in Spring
Montgomery Parks has launched its Park Academy Series for spring, focusing on mental and physical well-being. Registration opened on Feb. 18, offering diverse programs for all ages in local parks… Read More
New Concerns After Measles Death in Texas
Measles is to blame for the death of a school-aged child in West Texas. Health authorities confirmed the death on Wednesday. They say the child was not vaccinated. This is… Read More
El Condado Ofrece Servicios para los Trabajadores Afectados por las Reducciones Federales de la Fuerza Laboral
El Condado de Montgomery ofrecerá recursos para salud mental, asistencia alimentaria y servicios de cuidado infantil como respuesta a las reducciones federales de la fuerza laboral implementadas por la administración… Read More
County Providing Services for Workers Impacted by Federal Workforce Reductions
Montgomery County will be providing resources for mental health, food assistance and childcare services in the wake of federal workforce reductions enacted by the Trump administration. Those in need of… Read More
Update On Flu Outbreak
Flu season keeps marching on. Here is an update on the influenza outbreak circulating around the country and in the County. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says… Read More
Keeping Your Heart Healthy
This month, doctors and other medical professionals are trying to raise awareness about heart disease. Former President Lyndon Johnson designated February as American Heart Month in 1964. Many people wonder… Read More
Learn CPR for American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month and the American Heart Association (AHA) is placing a special emphasis this year on training people to learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The Heart Association estimates… Read More
Maryland Flu Cases ‘Very High’
If you have the flu or know someone who has the virus, you are not alone. Maryland is experiencing an explosion in cases in recent weeks. Statewide data shows flu… Read More
White Oak Medical Center Expands
Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center in Silver Spring is growing. Last week, the hospital opened a new unit on its eighth floor. The unit will provide 30 more beds.… Read More
Rep. McClain Delaney Joins Women Legislators in Condemning Trump Administration
U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney (D-6) joined other members of the national Democratic Women’s Caucus to condemn what they call the chaos of the Trump Administration and explain how they… Read More
Free Lyft Rides Available on Super Bowl Sunday to Keep Roads Safe
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) has introduced its inaugural Super Bowl SoberRide campaign to prevent drunk driving in the Greater Washington area. The program will provide free Lyft rides… Read More
Maryland Ranks 6th Best State for Women’s Health
Maryland ranks as the sixth-best state for women’s health, according to a new report from SmileHub. The nonprofit analyzed 18 key factors, including maternal mortality, hospital quality, and healthcare affordability.… Read More