Posts in June, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has been an especially stressful time for everyone, but one thing you shouldn’t have to worry about is access to safe, quality healthcare. Whether you’re getting care in person or through virtual telehealth services, ...

Being prepared could save a life. Did you know that uncontrolled bleeding is a major cause of preventable deaths, and approximately 40 percent of trauma-related deaths are due to bleeding? The Stop the Bleed initiative encourages bystanders to become ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), men in the U.S., on average, die five years earlier than women and at higher rates from nine of the top 10 leading causes of death. Health is wealth. All month long, Frederick Health ...

On a beautiful Sunday June 7, 2020, members of the Medical Staff of Frederick Health joined to express their solidarity for George Floyd and all those who have suffered racial injustice. Our Medical Staff present represented the deep diversity ...

If you’re looking for ways to make the best out of your extra time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s never a better time to make healthier choices. Sure, it’s easy to get chips and other snacks delivered to your door, ...

Dear Frederick Health Family & Our Frederick Community, As an organization dedicated to serving others, we are always focused on doing what is right. Regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, or any other diverse ...

During the COVID-19 crisis, hospital workers across the country have noticed an increase of people ignoring life-threatening symptoms and avoiding medical treatment at the hospital for fear of being exposed to the virus. If you’re at risk for ...

Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes warmer, longer days and weather that makes you want to get outdoors. But before lounging on your deck with a cold beverage or launching into a full day of yardwork under the sun, make sure ...

According to the American Psychiatric Association, addiction is a complex condition—a brain disease manifested by compulsive substance use despite harmful consequences. People with a substance use disorder or addiction often have an intense ...

Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations. During challenging times, like the recent COVID-19 outbreak, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or worried. While washing your hands and maintaining social distance from others is necessary to ...