The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed the state’s first human case of West Nile virus this year and is urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites. (more…)
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Montgomery County has lifted all remaining health advisories for the Potomac River shoreline and river sediment after recent testing showed bacterial levels have returned to acceptable levels. (more…)
A new statewide survey from the Maryland Department of Health shows encouraging improvements in youth mental health and substance use, while highlighting continued concerns about bullying, dating violence and the impact of social media on students. (more…)
Governor Wes Moore announced Monday that 44 organizations across Maryland will receive nearly $4 million through the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s NourishMD Grant Program to expand access to fresh, healthy food in underserved communities. (more…)
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced finalized national settlements with seven opioid drug manufacturers that will provide the state with more than $13 million to support opioid treatment, recovery, and prevention efforts.
The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed two new cases of measles in Southern Maryland residents who recently traveled to a U.S. location experiencing an active outbreak. Health officials are working to notify anyone who may have been exposed and are urging Marylanders to review the listed exposure locations, monitor for symptoms, and ensure they are up to date on their measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccinations. (more…)
Montgomery County Councilmember Dawn Luedtke is introducing legislation aimed at preventing individuals connected to human trafficking and prostitution-related offenses from opening new bodywork establishments in the county.
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Montgomery County health and emergency management officials are urging residents to take precautions as a prolonged heat wave is expected to impact the region through at least Friday, July 17. Heat index values, or “feels like” temperatures, could reach as high as 106 degrees, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses. (more…)
A new nonprofit focused on expanding access to health care and support services will officially launch in Montgomery County with a community health fair in Wheaton on Tuesday, July 7. (more…)
Montgomery County health and emergency management officials are urging residents to take precautions as a prolonged period of dangerous heat and humidity is expected to impact the region from Wednesday, July 1, through at least Sunday, July 5. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will convene as the Board of Health on Tuesday, June 30, to receive its semi-annual update on public health issues affecting county residents. (more…)