Five Tips to Keep Those New Year’s Resolutions!
January 5, 2016
Many of us make New Year’s resolutions on January 1st, only to throw in the towel by February. According to research from the University of
Category: Community Health Matters
Racial Disparities and Breast Cancer
October 21, 2015
Racial Disparities and Breast Cancer While white women in the United States are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer, certain populations – especially
E-cigarettes May Lead to Tobacco Use Among Teens
September 23, 2015
E-cigarettes May Lead to Tobacco Use Among Teens According to a new study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), students who use electronic cigarettes
What Do You Know About Prostate Cancer?
September 17, 2015
What Do You Know About Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men in the U.S. The leading risk
It’s National Preparedness Month – Are You Prepared?
September 2, 2015
It’s National Preparedness Month – Are You Prepared? September is National Preparedness Month (#NatlPrep) – a reminder to everyone that your ability to recover from
National Immunization Awareness Month Reminds Us That Vaccinations are Needed Throughout Our Lifetime
August 4, 2015
National Immunization Awareness Month Reminds Us That Vaccinations are Needed Throughout Our Lifetime August is National Immunization Awareness Month (search #NIAM15 on Twitter for more),
Naloxone Saves Lives – Sign Up for Free Classes Now!
July 9, 2015
Naloxone Saves Lives – Sign Up for Free Classes Now! The St. Mary’s County Health Department is offering the Overdose Response Program for free to
What You Should Know About Trans Fats
June 22, 2015
What You Should Know About Trans Fats The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently took action to significantly reduce the use of Partially Hydrogenated
Get Active – Wherever You Are
June 11, 2015
Get Active – Wherever You Are Get Active for your Health Most of us are aware that physical activity can help us live longer, healthier
E-Cigarette Use Surpasses Other Tobacco Products Among Youth
May 11, 2015
E-Cigarette Use Surpasses Other Tobacco Products Among Youth Current e-cigarette use among middle and high school students tripled from 2013 to 2014… …and now surpasses
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