MD: Health
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…
Report ranks Maryland 11th in health of women, children
A new report covering women's and children's health shows Maryland is doing well overall, but some concerning trends have emerged. The 2023 Health …
$900 Billion in Health Benefits Likely from EV, Green Energy Adoption
With air quality in the news of late, a new report found transitioning to electric vehicles would bring major public health benefits. The American …
Report: Maryland Ranks 21st for Child Well-being
The new Kids Count Data Book found the child care system still struggling in the wake of the pandemic. The Annie E. Casey Foundation report showed …
Wildfire Smoke Produces Worst MD Air Quality in Decades
As smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts over the state, researchers from the University of Maryland are flying into the smoke plumes to measure …
ParkScore Rankings Name Washington D.C. Nation’s Best
The nonprofit Trust for Public Land has published its annual ParkScore rankings, and some area cities are high on the list. Washington, D.C.…
Increasing Cases of Lyme Disease in Dogs Highlighted During April
April is Prevent Lyme disease in Dogs Month, and animal health experts are getting the word out about tick borne diseases in pets. Over the past two …