Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder
Some people are feeling the ‘winter blues’ this time of year. After all, it is colder and gloomier outside. It gets darker earlier compared with other seasons. People impacted negatively… Read More
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Dangers of Diabetes
Fifty years ago, the American Diabetes Association in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) designated November as National Diabetes Month. November was picked to honor the birthday of Dr.… Read More
Protecting Yourself Against Mosquito-Borne Viruses
It is that time of year when people are seeing more mosquitoes flying around. That has raised concern about the potential of contracting a mosquito-borne virus. On Monday, the Maryland… Read More
Keeping Women’s Hearts Healthy
February is American Heart Month, and each year, hospitals, doctors, and other medical providers try to highlight the dangers of heart disease during this time. The goal of this big… Read More
Measles Case Confirmed in Montgomery County
One case of measles was confirmed in Montgomery County Thursday to a resident who recently traveled abroad. Measles is a highly contagious disease that can be prevented with a vaccine.… Read More
Beech Leaf Disease Spotted in Maryland
Maryland Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of beech leaf disease in Maryland. Beech Leaf Disease causes a dark banding or striping between the leaf veins. Trees with severe symptoms… Read More
One Case of Measles Confirmed in County
One case of measles has been confirmed in Montgomery County. Anyone who was at Cabin John Ice Rink on Westlake Drive in Bethesda on May 24 between 6 p.m. and… Read More
Health Connect: Springtime Allergies Kicking In
It’s that time of year. Seasonal allergies are kicking in, and people who dread the spring when pollen fills the air, and leaves are growing back on trees are feeling… Read More
Montgomery County under Hyperthermia Alert Beginning Monday at Noon
Montgomery County is under a Hyperthermia Alert from noon-7 p.m. Monday. A Hyperthermia Alert is issued by the county when temperatures/heat index is forecast to be at least 95 degrees,… Read More
State Officials Explain What’s in Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine
What’s in Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine? Dr. David Marcozzi, COVID-19 Incident Commander for the University of Maryland Medical System, explained the answer to Marylanders at a press conference with Gov. Larry… Read More