Preventing opioid addiction in young athletes
More than 38 million girls and boys under age 19 participate in organized sports each year in the United States. Among these kids, injury—from…
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Ask the Expert: Vaping
Is vaping a safe smoking alternative? No! Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are commonly advertised as a “healthier” and cheaper alternative to cigarette smoking. However, smoking…
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Safeguard your child against cyberbullying
As access to electronics continues to grow among teens and preteens, there’s a disturbing trend that some have dubbed the “hate virus”: cyberbullying. “Cyber…
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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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