FDA Recalls EpiPen and EpiPen Jr

FDA Recalls EpiPen and EpiPen Jr

The FDA has initiated a recall of 13 lots of Mylan’s EpiPen and EpiPen Jr (epinephrine injection) Auto-Injector products which are used for emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions. This recall is because some of the devices have not worked when needed. Given...
Flu Rate Spikes to Severe, Again!

Flu Rate Spikes to Severe, Again!

Flu has spiked to high levels, again, according to today’s report from DHMH flu tracker.  After a decreasing rate the week prior, flu is back up to “High Intensity Levels” and “Widespread Geographic Activity”, according to the Friday...

Flu Risk High in Maryland

The flu rate continues to climb for the 3rd week in a row in Maryland reaching one of the highest rates in years.  On Friday March 3rd, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) FluWatch reported flu rate intensity at the highest level and...
Early Spring Health Problems

Early Spring Health Problems

Spring in Annapolis is early this year! According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), spring is up to three weeks ahead of schedule in the Washington, DC region–and that can have significant impact on our health. What can we expect? Longer and worse allergy...
Flu on the Rise in Maryland

Flu on the Rise in Maryland

Flu is on the rise across the US and here in Maryland. Did you know that between 3,000 to 49,000 people die every year from the flu? Get some fast facts today! Here are some more fast facts:  200,000 people are hospitalized every year due to flu 5-20% of the...
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