Public health
New Study Finds Flu Is Mostly Spread By Airborne Droplets Of The Virus
A new study could shed some light on how the flu virus is spread. The doctor leading the groundbreaking research has ties to Maryland.
Health Officials Urge Md. Hospitals To Promote Breastfeeding
If you’re a new mom or expecting, a new set of breastfeeding recommendations for hospitals may affect you.
Roland Park Elementary Students Take Pledge Against Sugary Drinks
With New York City set to enact a controversial ban on the sale of large sugary drinks, a Baltimore school is also getting into the act, but in a much different way.
Baltimore To Expand Violence Mediation Program
Baltimore is expanding a public health campaign to cut gun violence through mediation and community outreach.
Md. Reports First Case Of Seasonal Influenza
Maryland health officials are reporting the state’s first case of seasonal influenza.
Fort Detrick Environmental Studies Get Review
The Army takes another look at possible groundwater contamination around Fort Detrick.
Howard County Named Healthiest Place In Md.
For the second year in a row, Howard County has been named the healthiest place in Maryland. The ranking is part of a report released Wednesday by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Measles-Infected Traveler Visited BWI
Public health officials are warning travelers and workers present at four U.S. airports on two recent days that they may have been exposed to measles from a traveler arriving from London.
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