Research has found that about half of individuals who experience a substance use disorder (SUD) during their lives will also experience a co-occurring mental disorder and vice versa. Co-occurring … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Testing Event Scheduled for 6-23-20 in Lexington Park – Evento de prueba COVID-19 programado para el 6-23-20 en Lexington Park
LEONARDTOWN, MD (June 18, 2020) – The St. Mary’s County Health Department in partnership with the Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad will offer COVID-19 testing on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 from 9:00 … [Read more...]
Colorectal Cancer Screening Saves Lives!
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 1 in 20 Americans will develop colorectal cancer during their lifetime. It affects men and women of all racial and ethnic groups, and … [Read more...]
Are You At Risk for Heart Disease?
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) – including heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure – is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States. Americans suffer more than 2 million heart … [Read more...]
Tips for a Healthy Start to Your New Year
New Year’s resolutions are fun to make but can be difficult to maintain. Each January, many people resolve to better themselves in some way, but a small percentage actually make good on those … [Read more...]
Cool Tips for Cold Weather Safety
When winter temperatures drop, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Taking preventive measures is your best defense against facing the health hazards of extreme cold weather conditions. By … [Read more...]
Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
November is National Diabetes Month, which raises awareness of the disease as well as its consequences, management, and prevention. Diabetes affects 29 million Americans, with 21 million people … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer – What You Need to Know
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, reminding women across the country of the importance of breast cancer screening. Except for skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer in … [Read more...]
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month: Small Choices Make a Big Change
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, emphasizing the high childhood obesity rates in the U.S. Over the past three decades, childhood obesity rates have tripled, and today, one … [Read more...]
National Immunization Awareness Month: Immunizations Across a Lifespan
Each year in August, National Immunization Awareness Month provides an opportunity to highlight the importance of immunization across the lifespan. Immunizations are one of the top 10 public health … [Read more...]