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Dr. Wen Urges Millennials to “Re-write the Rules” of Public Participation at Roosevelt Institute Discussion

Jul 28th, 2016

On Tuesday, Dr. Leana Wen joined Congressman Xavier Becerra and Maryland Delegate Ana Sol Gutierrez for “Who Writes the Rules? Millennials Rising in 2016,” a discussion hosted by the Roosevelt Institute on how young people can empower their communities through public participation. During the event in Philadelphia this week, Dr. Wen called on the audience comprised of aspiring young leaders to find a way to get involved, rather than waiting for what they may perceive to be the “perfect opportunity.”

Dr. Wen Speaks at Roosevelt Institute

BCHD Hosts CDC Representatives for Visit Highlighting Bureau of HIV/STD Services

Jul 27th, 2016

This week, representatives from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) made a two-day site visit to the Baltimore City Health Department’s (BCHD) Bureau of HIV/STD Services.

From Hula Hoops to Health Screenings: Baltimore Seniors Enjoy First-Ever Nutrition Expo

Jul 27th, 2016

Nutrition is closely related to health for all ages. A recent event at the Waxter Senior Center highlighted nutrition issues specific to older Baltimoreans.

Last Thursday, hundreds of seniors filled the first floor of the Waxter Center for the first-ever B’More Healthy Senior Nutrition Expo. During the event’s kickoff, Deputy Commissioner of Aging and CARE Services Heang Tan reminded visitors that it’s “important to eat healthy at any age.” Over forty vendors and farmers offered services from health screenings to meal demonstrations.

Senior Nutrition Expo

Health officials are trying to curtail violence by treating trauma, but the people who need help most are not seeking it (City Paper)

Jul 27th, 2016

David Ross walks the halls of the University of Maryland's Shock Trauma Center dressed in scrubs.

Advocates Call on State to Offer Buprenorphine to Opioid Addicts in Jails, Prisons (Baltimore Sun)

Jul 25th, 2016

As opioid addiction rises, public health advocates in Maryland are calling for more treatment where many addicts end up: in jails and prisons.

Hospitals On Alert As Dangerous Heat Wave Scorches Maryland (WJZ)

Jul 25th, 2016

Hospital and emergency crews are on alert as potentially deadly weather conditions torture much of Maryland on Monday.

Baltimore City Health Commissioner Declares Code Red Heat Advisory for Monday

Jul 24th, 2016

BALTIMORE, MD (July 24, 2016) – With a heat index of up to 109 degrees expected tomorrow following a continued stretch of severe heat, Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen has issued a Code Red Heat Advisory for Monday, July 25th. This is Baltimore City’s second Code Red declaration of the season.

11 TV Hill: Lawmakers try to attack addiction (WBAL)

Jul 24th, 2016

 

Baltimore declares Code Red heat day Monday (WBAL)

Jul 24th, 2016

BALTIMORE —Temperatures are forecast to reach the upper 90s and the heat index could break 100 Monday.

Baltimore Health Department Hosts Roundtable on Long Acting Reversible Contraception

Jul 22nd, 2016

BALTIMORE, MD (July 22, 2016)- Today, Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen joined clinicians, health professionals, and public health advocates for a strategic roundtable on long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) hosted by the Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD).

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