From the Harford County Health Department: Bel Air, MD – June 16, 2015 – With rising temperatures and humidity bringing heat index numbers into the 90’s, summer apparently has arrived a week early. As schools recess for the summer, vacation season begins for many while both work and play around the house translates to more […]
Upper Chesapeake Health President Sheldon on Sepsis Rates: “The Analysis We have Done to Date Assures Us that This is Not a Quality of Care Issue”
The following letter was sent from Upper Chesapeake Health President/CEO Lyle E. Sheldon to The Dagger’s Cindy Mumby, in response to her story “Sepsis Infection Rates at Upper Chesapeake Health Hospitals in Harford County Among Highest in Maryland.” Dear Cindy: Thank you for your recent inquiry regarding the public information on sepsis rates that appeared […]
UPDATED: Sepsis Infection Rates at Upper Chesapeake Health Hospitals in Harford County Among Highest in Maryland
UPDATE: In response to this story, Upper Chesapeake Health President/CEO Lyle E. Sheldon sent a letter to The Dagger’s Cindy Mumby indicating “The Analysis We have Done to Date Assures Us that This is Not a Quality of Care Issue”. Sepsis infection rates reported at Upper Chesapeake Health hospitals in Harford County were among the […]
Harford County Issues Extreme Weather Safety Tips for Citizens; High Temperatures May Affect County for Several Days
From Harford County government: With the temperature projected in the mid-90’s for the next few days, Harford County Government is urging citizen to take precautions to guard against heat exhaustion and related illnesses. “Citizens must be equally prepared for hot weather as they are for extreme weather conditions such as winter storms, hurricanes and tropical […]
Harford County Health Department Observes National Public Health Week the First Week in April
From the Harford County Health Department: In conjunction with the observance of National Public Health Week from April 2-8, 2012, the Harford County Health Department urges individuals to engage in better health practices as a way of improving the health status of families, neighborhoods, workplaces and communities. Uniting around this year’s theme, “A Healthier America […]
Harford County Cooling Centers Open Tuesday and Wednesday; Climbing Temperatures Raise Concerns Over Heat Illness
From Harford County government: With heat index values expected to reach near 105 degrees, the Harford County Department of Community Services is making several senior activity centers available as cooling stations for Harford County residents in need of relief from the heat. Citizens are welcome to enter the following centers: – Aberdeen Senior Activity Center, […]
Climbing Temperatures Raise Concerns Over Heat Illness; Heat Claims 3 Lives In Maryland
From the Harford County Health Department: If the first week of summer, 2010 is any indication, Harford County residents should prepare for a few months of soaring temperatures and humidity, giving rise to concerns about heat-related illness. With steadily climbing temperatures and a rising heat index, Health Officer Susan Kelly reminds individuals of all ages […]
Harford County Town Hall Meeting And Health Fair In Bel Air On Nov. 18
The 11th Annual Harford County Town Hall Meeting and Health Fair will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2008, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the McFaul Activities Center, 525 West MacPhail Road, Bel Air. This free event will feature an interactive presentation on recovery from mental illness by On Our Own of Maryland as well as […]
