WASHINGTON – All men are created equal
Delegate Wants to Ban Fetal Tissue Research
ANNAPOLIS – Supporters of a bill outlawing fetal tissue research in Maryland told House panel members Wednesday that an illegal market has developed, in which “baby body parts” are purchased and sold
Environmental Suit Puts Potential New Hurdle in Front of Wilson Bridge Project
WASHINGTON – A conservative conservation group filed a lawsuit Tuesday over the construction of the Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge, saying the project threatens endangered species in and around the Potomac River
Task Force Urges Private Insurers to Help Pay for Drug Treatment
ANNAPOLIS – Private insurers should shoulder one-third of the cost of a 10-year $300 million drug and alcohol treatment initiative, said Lt
State School Officials Make Personal Appeal to Washington for Increased Funds
WASHINGTON – Caroline County Board of Education member C
Bill to Make Insurers Pay for Wigs for Hair Loss Condition
ANNAPOLIS – Sixteen years ago, Dundalk resident Betty Lookingland went to bed with a full head of hair: beautiful, dark brown with a little silver, and thick with a natural curl
Maryland Requires Most Health Benefits of Any State, Survey Reports
WASHINGTON – Maryland requires insurance companies to pay for more benefits than any other state, according to a report last week by an insurance association
Flu Cases Down, Despite Fears of Vaccine Shortages; Shots Still Recommended
WASHINGTON – The flu outbreak in Maryland has been lower than in past years, despite concerns that delays in this season’s flu vaccine would lead to an increase in cases, state health officials said
Answers Elusive for Bay Threat From Susquehanna Sediment
ANNAPOLIS – The health of the Chesapeake Bay soon may face a new threat – sediment from the Susquehanna River – and authorities in three states are unsure what to do about it