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The prostate is a small, walnut-sized gland located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. The urethra, the tube that carries urine and semen out of the body through the penis, runs through the center of the prostate. As men age, the prostate ...

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Frederick Regional Health System to Host National Cancer Survivors Day Event Celebrate with Lunch, Fellowship, and an Afternoon of Wellness on June 2 nd Frederick, Md. — On Sunday, June 2, join Frederick ...

Even if you have great human relationships, there’s something very special about the unconditional love and acceptance you feel from your pet. If you’re a pet owner, you already understand the benefits we get from positive interactions ...

April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a time to inspire, educate, and empower the public and healthcare providers about the importance of advance care planning. Frederick Regional Health System (FRHS) is joining healthcare organizations ...

Every February, we remember and recognize people of color who have pushed boundaries, broken down barriers, and influenced the building of our nation, including the evolution of healthcare. In honor of Black History Month, learn about five ...

Cancer is a devastating illness, with the power to wreak physical, emotional, and financial havoc on individuals and families. So when a report published earlier this year in the American Cancer Society’s A Cancer Journal for Clinicians ...

Featured from left to right: Karlys Kline, Chair, FMH Development Council; Scott Lasher, Franchise Owner, Orangetheory Fitness Frederick; Cheryl Lasher, Franchise Owner, Orangetheory Fitness Frederick; Tom Kleinhanzl, President & CEO, Frederick ...

If your weekly family night usually includes pizza and a movie, try shaking it up a little bit! As we transition into autumn, it is a great time to get outside and try something different. Try taking a hike or a walk after work and consider packing a ...

Chronic disease accounts for an estimated 80% of Maryland’s current healthcare costs. So what exactly qualifies as a chronic disease? “Think of a chronic disease as a condition that lasts a long time—at least three months or ...

The HOOD/FMH Resource Garden was buzzing with activity recently! Earlier this summer, Nikki Moberly, a member of the FMH Board of Directors and a Senior Manager at Cisco, met with Suzanne Jacobson, leader of the FMH Green Team, to discuss including ...

Featured from left to right: Karlys Kline, Chair, FMH Development Council; Shital Patel, Co-Owner, Shiv Investors, LLC.; Shazia Chohan, General Manager, 7 th Street Dunkin Donuts; Neil Patel, Co-Owner, Shiv Investors, LLC.; and Tom Kleinhanzl, ...

Congratulations to Stephanie, Dr. Shamim, Dr. Kulkarni, Alison, and Becky, recipients of our Patient & Family Centered Care Award! This award is an opportunity for our patients and their families to honor a staff member of Frederick Memorial ...

Congratulations to Anna, a recipient of our Patient Safety Hero Award! Patient safety is a top priority at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Anna’s concern for our patients and consistent efforts to assure patient safety demonstrate our strong ...

Featured from left to right: Katie Green, SPD Inventory Clerk, Frederick Memorial Hospital; Angie Propst, SPD Inventory Control Coordinator, Frederick Memorial Hospital; Evelyn Johnson, SPD Inventory Clerk, Frederick Memorial Hospital; Laura Jackson, ...

The award for 2018 Indirect Care Nurse of the Year goes to Sharon Chilton, OR Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nursing Professional Development! Sharon was nominated by many of her department peers, with colleagues writing, “Sharon is a true ...

Do you find it difficult to fit the gym into your daily routine or carve out time to schedule yearly medical appointments? This month, Frederick Regional Health System proudly supports National Women’s Health Week. This weeklong initiative ...

Patient safety is a top priority at Frederick Memorial Hospital, and Susan’s concern for our patients and consistent efforts to assure patient safety demonstrate our commitment to patient safety at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Thank you, Susan, ...

For well over 100 years, Frederick Memorial Hospital has focused on treating and curing those who are ill, promoting healthy and fulfilling lifestyles, preventing illness, and increasing the quality of life in Frederick County. This philosophy ...

National Healthcare Decisions Day is a time to inspire, educate, and empower the public and healthcare providers about the importance of advance care planning. Frederick Regional Health System is joining healthcare organizations across the country to ...

Congratulations to Michael, a recipient of our Patient Safety Hero Award! Patient safety is a top priority at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Michael’s concern for our patients and consistent efforts to assure patient safety demonstrate our strong ...

Congratulations to Katherine, a recipient of our Patient & Family Centered Care Award! This award is an opportunity for our patients and their families to honor a staff member of Frederick Memorial Hospital who displays dedication and commitment ...

Help us educate the community about the value of hospice in end-of-life care. We think everyone should know about hospice: the care and dignity it provides, and how we help patients and their loved ones face a life-limiting illness. We’ll speak ...

Mourning…is there an art to it or is it something that happens automatically? And what is the difference between grief and mourning? Grief refers to the reactions and feelings we have from experiencing the death of a loved one. Mourning is the ...

I was the Hospice Direct Service volunteer assigned to visit Barry Glass when he entered our program. My job was to provide companionship to both the patient and his wife, even if just for a little emotional support. I soon learned that instead of a ...

From the first time John Noonan saw the Kline Hospice House, he was in love—with his room, with the staff and volunteers, with the view from the deck, with everything and everyone. “This place is like Heaven,” the 92-year-old said ...