The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in 2024 and is urging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites to reduce the risk of infection. (more…)
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The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services’ Public Health Services, in partnership with the Maryland Living Center of Excellence, will offer a free Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) beginning beginning September 12. (more…)
DHHS to Hold Free Annual ‘Right from the Start’ Maternal Health Resource Fair on Saturday, August 10
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will host its annual “Right from the Start” maternal health resource fair from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10, at Holy Cross Hospital (1500 Forest Glen Rd) in Silver Spring. (more…)
According to the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, “Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat from 12 pm to 6 pm Sat, 8/3. Expect the heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses.” (more…)
According to the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, “Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat for Friday, 08/02 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Expect heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses.” (more…)
According to the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, “Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat from 11 am to 8 pm Thurs, 8/1. Expect the heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses.”
On Tuesday, Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center announced it had earned the Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, recognizing its commitment to creating a healthy, empowering work environment for nurses, resulting in improved job satisfaction, safety, and patient outcomes. (more…)
On Tuesday, the Maryland Department of Health announced the launch of a new Overdose Data Dashboard, providing a “user-friendly and easy-to-understand visualization of overdose trends across the state.” This new dashboard replaces the previous version at StopOverdose.maryland.gov. (more…)
Per the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security: “Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat from 2 pm to 7 pm Sat, 7/13. Expect the heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses: bit.ly/2tPbHyE #MoCo #MdWX”