Early, severe flu surge sending patients to hospitals, stressing Baltimore-area ERs

Baltimore, MD – According to the Baltimore Sun, an early and severe surge in flu cases overwhelmed emergency rooms across Central Maryland hospitals last week, leading to significant capacity challenges for medical professionals. The influx of patients seeking treatment for influenza-like illnesses marked a stark departure from previous seasons, with emergency department visits spiking notably. … Read more

Maryland health department confirms 1st human case of West Nile virus this year

BALTIMORE, Md. – According to WTOP News, the Maryland Department of Health has confirmed the state’s first human case of West Nile virus for 2025, marking a significant public health concern as the mosquito season continues. This development, reported on August 23, 2025, highlights the ongoing risks posed by mosquito-borne illnesses in the region and … Read more