Mental Health Awareness & SUD
June 8, 2021
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
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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
June 18, 2020
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
Colorectal Cancer Screening Saves Lives!
March 4, 2015
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
Are You At Risk for Heart Disease?
February 4, 2015
Are You At Risk for Heart Disease? Cardiovascular disease (CVD) – including heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure – is the number one killer
Tips for a Healthy Start to Your New Year
January 8, 2015
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
Cool Tips for Cold Weather Safety
December 2, 2014
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
Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
November 12, 2014
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.
Breast Cancer – What You Need to Know
October 6, 2014
Breast Cancer – What You Need to Know October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, reminding women across the country of the importance of breast
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month: Small Choices Make a Big Change
September 2, 2014
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
National Immunization Awareness Month: Immunizations Across a Lifespan
August 1, 2014
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
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