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 Scranton, while about 45% of
Racial Disparities and Breast Cancer While white women in the United States are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer, certain populations – especially African-American and Hispanic women –
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 (e-cigarettes) by the time they
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 factor for prostate cancer is
It’s National Preparedness Month – Are You Prepared? September is National Preparedness Month (#NatlPrep) – a reminder to everyone that your ability to recover from an emergency tomorrow depends on
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), highlighting the importance of vaccinations
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 community members who may be
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 Oils (PHOs), the major source
Get Active – Wherever You Are Get Active for your Health Most of us are aware that physical activity can help us live longer, healthier lives. Moving more and sitting
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 current use of every other
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