Sistema de Salud de Maryland Ocupa el Quinto Lugar entre los Mejores del País

Un nuevo estudio analiza la atención médica en todo el país y clasifica a Maryland como el quinto mejor estado para la atención médica. WalletHub comparó los 50 estados y el Distrito de Columbia según 44 métricas....

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Maryland Health Care Ranks 5th in the Nation

A new study looks at health care across the country and ranks Maryland as the 5th best state for health care. Only four other states fared better. WalletHub compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia based on 44 metrics....

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Novavax Says Its COVID-19 Vaccine Shows 90% Efficacy Rate

The Gaithersburg biotechnology company, Novavax, announced Monday morning data from phase 3 of its COVID-19 vaccine trials which were conducted in the United States and Mexico. Novavax found that the trial, which began in...

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Novavax Expected to Make Announcement About Data from Vaccine Trials Soon

Novavax CEO Stan Erck said that the company will likely make an announcement about data from phase 3 of its COVID-19 vaccine trials as soon as next week. “I’m happy to say that the data are coming very soon, in fact, we hope...

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La FDA Advierte sobre Comer Cigarras si Tiene Alergias a los Mariscos

Muchos residentes de Maryland se han dado el gusto de comer cigarras o chicharras llenas de proteínas. Sin embargo, algunas personas deberían pensarlo dos veces antes de disfrutar de uno de los insectos comestibles y crujientes...

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FDA Says Don’t Eat Cicadas If You Have Seafood Allergies

Many Marylanders have been indulging by eating protein-filled cicadas. However, some people should think twice before they enjoy one of the crunchy, edible insects that come up from the ground every 17 years. “Yep! We have...

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May 13, 2021 | Michelle Queen

The Latest County, State COVID-19 Numbers

Montgomery County COVID-19 Statistics for May 13 Montgomery County health officials reported Thursday that 44.7% of the county residents are fully vaccinated which means they have either received two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or one dose of the Johnson and Johnson single-dose vaccine. Also, 56.8% of the county residents have received their […]

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May 13, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Hogan Levanta Restricciones pero Permanece el uso de la Mascarilla en Lugares Cerrados

A partir del sábado 15 de mayo, todos los establecimientos de comidas al interior y al aire libre de Maryland, incluidos los restaurantes y bares, podrán reanudar sus operaciones normales, anunció el gobernador Larry Hogan en una conferencia de prensa el miércoles. Así mismo, todos los lugares de entretenimiento, artes y deportes al aire libre, […]

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May 12, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

Hogan Lifts Restrictions on Restaurants, Venues; Indoor Mask Mandate Remains

Effective Saturday, May 15, all Maryland indoor and outdoor dining establishments, including restaurants and bars, can resume normal operations, Gov. Larry Hogan announced at a press conference Wednesday. The same goes for other indoor and outdoor venues. All outdoor entertainment, arts, and sports venues, as well as all indoor entertainment venues and conventions can resume […]

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May 12, 2021 | Michelle Queen

The Latest COVID-19 Numbers Including Montgomery County Schools

Montgomery County COVID-19 Statistics for May 12 The Maryland Department of Health reported 55 new COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County Wednesday morning. The county’s cumulative case count is 70,353. Montgomery County recorded three new coronavirus-related fatalities Wednesday, so the death toll climbs to 1,486 which is the highest in the state. As of Sunday, there were […]

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May 12, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Evento Virtual en Español Sobre las Relaciones Familiares Durante la Pandemia

El 19 de mayo de 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. el condado de Montgomery sostendrá un reunión virtual gratuita para todos sus residentes sobre cómo afrontar los desafíos de las relaciones familiares durante la pandemia. El evento será en español con la posibilidad de subtítulos en otros idiomas a través de la plataforma digital Teams […]

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May 12, 2021 | Michelle Queen

Watch Live: Hogan to Provide COVID-19 Update at 4:30 P.M.

Gov. Larry Hogan will provide an update on COVID-19  at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Hogan’s announcement will be streamed live on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. Watch the briefing streamed live below: I will provide a live COVID-19 update today at 4:30 p.m. Tune in via Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube: https://t.co/OZuBjuoxnP pic.twitter.com/K1hvrpF74S — Governor Larry Hogan […]

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May 11, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

Montgomery County Leaders Preparing for Pfizer Vaccine Expansion to Ages 12-15

After Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine was FDA-approved for youths ages 12-15 on Monday, Montgomery County leaders are preparing to administer shots to young residents. The eligibility expansion still requires final approval from a CDC advisory committee, which is set to meet Wednesday. During a county council meeting Tuesday, County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles said leaders […]

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May 11, 2021 | Michelle Queen

COVID-19 Numbers: More Than 43% County Residents are Fully Vaccinated

Montgomery County COVID-19 Statistics for May 11 The Maryland Department of Health reported 41 new COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County Tuesday morning. The county’s cumulative case count is 70,298. As of May 9, the county reported that 75 people were hospitalized with COVID-19. Montgomery County recorded no new coronavirus-related fatalities Tuesday, so the death toll remains […]

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May 10, 2021 | Jordan Lindsay

Hucker: ‘We’ve Made it Easier Than Ever to Get a Vaccine’

Montgomery County is making it easier for residents 16 years old and up to get vaccinated now that more doses are available. Council President Tom Hucker says although 42% of residents are fully vaccinated so far, there’s still more work to do. In an effort to accommodate locals, COVID-19 vaccine site hours have been extended. […]

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May 10, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

15% de los Hispanos en Montgomery han Recibido la Vacuna contra el Covid-19

Estadísticas de COVID-19 para el condado de Montgomery Desde el viernes 7 de mayo, el Departamento de Salud de Maryland ha informado 103 nuevos casos de COVID-19 en el condado de Montgomery: 47 sábados, 32 domingos y 24 lunes. El recuento acumulativo de casos del condado es 70,257. El condado informó recientemente que 86 personas […]

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