MD: Health
Mental health in focus as MD kids head back to school
As kids head back to school, advocates are calling for expanded access to school-based mental health services in Maryland and nationwide. The …
Experts remind MD parents to schedule checkups for back to school
As summer winds down, experts are reminding parents about an often-overlooked aspect of back-to-school readiness: an annual health checkup for …
Report: MD senior health ranks 10th in nation; challenges remain
A new report found Maryland's older residents face worsening physical and behavioral health and looks at the possible reasons. The America's Health …
Report: Maryland ranks 22nd nationally in overall child well-being
The Annie E. Casey Foundation has published its annual Kids Count Data Book and the report showed the toll the pandemic took on educational progress…
MD air quality highlighted during Asthma Awareness Month
May is Asthma Awareness Month and a report on air quality shows mixed results for Marylanders. The American Lung Association recently released its 25…
Report: Millions disenrolled from CHIP nationwide
As pandemic-era protections were lifted a new report showed the number of children on Medicaid has varied widely between states, with Maryland doing …
Report: 75% of conventionally grown produce has pesticide residue
Marylanders shopping for fresh produce may want to consider a new report that finds chemical residues in much of the crop. In its 2024 "Shoppers …
MD Labor Dept. finalizing new heat stress standard for workers
With hotter summers bringing hotter working conditions, the Maryland Department of Labor is implementing a heat stress standard to protect workers …
MD Assembly considers reforms to health-insurance coverage
Committees in both chambers of the General Assembly are hearing testimony on a measure to change how health insurance companies in Maryland make treat…
Marylanders encouraged to test for radon this winter
January is National Radon Action Month, and officials are asking Marylanders to test their homes for the radioactive gas. After smoking, radon is the …
Maryland ranks 11th in nation in new health report
A new report by the United Health Foundation shows some good news in Maryland along with concerning trends in chronic conditions. The America's …
Report: MD needs to do more for high-risk lung cancer population
The American Lung Association has released its annual State of Lung Cancer report - showing Maryland needs to do more for high-risk patients…