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January 22, 2018

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University of Maryland Children's Hospital gives parents tools to interact, bond with babies in intensive care

Saturday, Jan 20

It's a partnership between the University of Maryland Medical Center, Port Discovery and UMBC.

Family of woman found outside Baltimore hospital in just a gown speaks out

The mom and sisters of a woman found outside of University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown said Thursday that she was treated inhumanely when she was in a vulnerable position.

Flu season worsens across the U.S.

Health officials last week said there was a good chance the flu season was already peaking. But the newest numbers out Friday show it grew even more intense.

Doctors divided over report that popular morning sickness drug doesn't work

The most commonly prescribed medicine for morning sickness may not work, a new report contends.

Grind your teeth at night? Botox may help

If you're one of the millions of people who grind and clench their teeth during sleep, an injection of Botox might be the answer, a small study suggests.

New Year, New You: Nutrition for glowing skin, strong nails and shiny hair

Nutritionist offers tips for keeping skin, hair and nails looking good during cold weather.

Sauna session may be as good as exercise for the heart

Relaxing in a hot sauna may not only feel good — it might affect your heart and blood vessels in ways that are similar to moderate exercise.

What the death of a parent can teach us, if we're willing to learn

Death rates spike around the holiday. Which makes this a challenging time for adults who lose a parent. We asked experts to share their insights and experiences, as well as advice on managing the pain, and how to emerge enlightened.