When words hurt: Another kind of domestic violence
When discussing domestic violence, I often hear comments like, “I’m lucky not to know anyone affected by domestic violence,” or “I have never been…
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Hovering parents can lead to anxious kids
The term “helicopter parent” may have been recently coined, but it’s certainly not a new phenomenon. The term is applied to parents who “hover…
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Things to Know Before You Vape
In recent years, electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) have increased substantially in popularity. They are commonly advertised as a “healthier” and cheaper alternative to cigarette smoking….
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One Employee’s Journey to Stamp Out Smoking
One Friday, after a long day at work at Anne Arundel Medical Center, Christina Delfendahl decided she was done with cigarettes. She was literally…
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4 ways parents can prevent underage drinking
In Anne Arundel County, one in four youth ages 12-20 reported alcohol use in the past 30 days, according to the 2013 Youth Risk…
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How alcohol affects seniors
Drinking alcohol may pose special risks for seniors, even if they aren’t heavy drinkers
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Why men shouldn’t ignore depression
Even a tough guy goes to the hospital if a tree falls on his head. So why won’t men seek medical help when their…
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Older Adults Should Treat Insomnia Without Drugs
Nearly one third of older people in the U.S. take sleeping pills. These drugs are called “sedative hypnotics” or “tranquilizers.” They affect the brain…
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Walking the walk: Quitting Smoking Once and For All
As director of engineering, Tony Kuzawinski is responsible for plant operations, maintenance and facilities. On a typical day you’ll find him running all over…
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