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Maryland lawmakers push for stronger nursing home oversight amid Wicomico controversy

WICOMICO COUNTY, Md. – Months of controversy surrounding Wicomico Nursing Home are fueling calls for stronger oversight at the state level, as Maryland health officials begin examining ways to improve care and accountability across the state. The push comes as Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano announced Wednesday that the...

Maryland · 8d
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Belmont Bay Rehab & Healthcare in Woodbridge Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon to Clinical Leadership Team

Belmont Bay Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Woodbridge welcomes Cyrus Press, MD, to its clinical leadership team. The well-respected orthopedic surgeon and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) specialist is directing the skilled nursing center’s established OrthoWIN program, a highly specialized subacute care initiative for orthopedic recovery. Dr. Press is...

Woodbridge, VA · 9d
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MedHaven Health Reopens in Glen Burnie Following Empire Towers Emergency Closure

Practice restores in-person primary care and women’s health services, welcoming patients from Glen Burnie, Pasadena, Severn, Ferndale and nearby communities. MedHaven Health has reopened for in-person appointments at 1600 Crain Highway South, Suite 201, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, following the emergency closure of Empire Towers. The practice resumed office visits on September 1, 2026, restoring essential healthcare services after nearly two months of disruption.

Glen Burnie, MD · 10d
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Frederick Health brings to western Maryland region innovative cancer treatment breakthrough

Here in western Maryland, Frederick Health is introducing to the region an innovative, FDA-approved method to attack cancer cells.

Frederick, MD · 9d

Daily Voice

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UVA Health Prince William Medical Center Earns Third Straight National Nursing Honor

UVA Health Prince William Medical Center has earned one of the nation's highest nursing distinctions for the third consecutive time. The hospital received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The designation remains valid for four years, after which hospitals must apply …

Culpeper, VA · 9d

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Trash changes could increase cost for Montgomery County residents

ROCKVILLE, Md. - The Montgomery County Council is weighing whether to shut down a 31-year-old trash incinerator or continue to burn the county's garbage, a choice that could shape local waste management for decades. What we know:. The council met Tuesday to consider two competing resolutions: Keeping the incinerator open...

Montgomery County, MD · 9d

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The nurses come to the neighborhood to help patients

A pilot program called Neighborhood Nursing is providing basic primary care outside the traditional clinic setting in East Baltimore, setting up in a church and visiting apartment complexes and homes to reach residents.

Baltimore, MD · 13d

WMAR 2 News Baltimore

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Johns Hopkins alerts 3,000+ patients after data sent to AI tool

Johns Hopkins Bayview is alerting about 3,182 patients after a worker uploaded their data to an unapproved AI tool. Free credit monitoring offered.

Baltimore, MD · 13d

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Charles County Moves Forward With Employee Health Center

LA PLATA, Md. — Charles County commissioners took another step toward establishing a primary care center for county employees and their families Tuesday, Oct. 20, approving a contract with Marathon Health. The approval allows the county to move forward with planning and setting up the center. The proposed center...

Charles County, MD · 13d

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The nurses come to the neighborhood to help patients

A pilot program called Neighborhood Nursing is providing basic primary care outside the traditional clinic setting in East Baltimore, setting up in a church and visiting apartment complexes and homes to reach residents.

Baltimore, MD · 14d

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WATCH: Superheroes rappel down Inova Loudoun Hospital to surprise young patients

LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Some of the world’s most recognizable superheroes took their talents to new heights Friday to bring smiles to young patients at Inova Loudoun Hospital. Members of Loudoun County Fire and Rescue dressed as Captain America, Mario, Luigi, Stitch, Mr. Incredible and Spider-Man as...

Loudoun County, VA · 14d

Stacker

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The states facing the biggest Medicare shake-up this enrollment season

MediaAlpha reports that Medicare's enrollment season sees significant plan exits, especially in states like Vermont and New Hampshire, forcing many beneficiaries to seek new coverage options.

New Hampshire · 17d

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Woman sues Cedar Hill Hospital claiming doctors removed ovarian tissue instead of appendix

WASHINGTON (7News) — What started as a surgery to remove a woman's appendix now has a woman suing Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center for $130 million, alleging that doctors actually removed ovarian tissue instead. The woman, who lives in Southeast D.C., filed the suit in D.C. Superior Court against...

Washington, DC · 16d

WMAR 2 News Baltimore

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No Hopkins–UnitedHealthcare deal as patients weigh costs to keep their doctors

More than a year after Hopkins left UnitedHealthcare’s network, patients face difficult insurance decisions. One mom with stage 4 cancer shares the cost of keeping her doctors.

Maryland · 17d

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Morning Notes for October 21, 2026

Va. Creates Medicaid Assistance Coalition — “Virginia is bringing healthcare and workforce organizations together to help residents keep their health coverage and navigate new federal requirements for Medicaid and other assistance programs.” The new Virginia United Coalition will focus initially on raising public awareness and “adding staff or training to help organizations and agencies make referrals.” [Virginia Mercury]

Fairfax County, VA · 16d

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Maryland fund to deal with CAFO manure wastes taxpayer dollars while pollution persists, report alleges

Listen to the audio version of this article (generated by AI). Maryland is spending millions in taxpayer dollars on technology designed to protect people and water from animal manure pollution at large-scale livestock farms — but has wasted money on fruitless projects and shown little evidence that the investments are working, according to a new report.

Maryland · 17d

arlnow.com

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Healthcare shouldn’t require a map

Open enrollment is here. Know what to consider when choosing a health plan. Open enrollment is here, and many people are comparing health insurance options for the coming year. Cost matters. So do premiums, deductibles, and physician networks. But one question is just as important: How easy will it be...

Arlington County, VA · 17d

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Concentra Opens Arlington Clinic Near Reagan Airport for Injured Workers

A new occupational-health clinic has opened its doors just south of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, giving Northern Virginia employers and their workers another option for same-day injury care, physical therapy and workplace drug screening. Concentra's Reagan Airport medical center sits at 3600 South Glebe Road, Suite 110, inside the Market Square-National Landing development in Arlington, and keeps weekday hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Arlington County, VA · 17d

Bay Net

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Maryland Launches New Tool To Help Residents Prepare For Medicaid Work Requirements

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland launched a searchable database Oct. 15 to help residents find job training and education programs as some prepare for new requirements to maintain Medicaid coverage. The tool connects users with more than 900 training programs, adult education opportunities and career pathways, according to the governor’s...

Maryland · 18d