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08/22/2026 · Oakland
Judge Allows Puberty Blocker Trial for Children to Proceed
A high court judge has dismissed a legal challenge seeking to prevent the recruitment of children into a puberty blocker trial. The ruling clears the way for the trial to begin accepting participants. Campaigners initiated the legal action to stop the trial from proceeding.
Nebraska Implements Medicaid Work Requirements, Coverage Loss Anticipated
Nebraska's Medicaid director stated that roughly 200 individuals will lose health coverage starting August 1. This action follows the implementation of work requirements for Medicaid, a policy established under the 2025 federal budget law.
08/23/2026
Peer-Reviewed Study Reports on New Blood Test for Early Breast Cancer Detection
A new peer-reviewed study details a blood test for early-stage breast cancer, reporting over 92% sensitivity and specificity. Researchers indicate the test's performance surpasses current supplemental screening methods. The study comes from a team at Astrin Biosciences.
08/23/2026
Study Links Early Childhood Sugar Intake to Long-Term Brain Health
A recent study suggests that limiting sugar intake in children under two years old may contribute to better brain health over time. Researchers caution that the current evidence is not definitive and requires more investigation. The findings highlight an area of ongoing scientific inquiry into early nutrition and development.
08/23/2026
Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment in Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Origins
Dr. Anthony Fauci, former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate committee hearing. He declined to answer numerous questions from senators regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and its origins.
08/23/2026
Food Safety Practices Reduce Cyclospora Risk
Adopting specific food safety practices can significantly reduce the risk of illness from foodborne pathogens like cyclospora. Consumers can continue to enjoy fresh produce by following recommended washing and preparation guidelines. An infectious disease expert provided guidance on these practices.
08/23/2026
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Baltimore, MD – The Maryland Department of Health’s Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities today hosted its 22nd annual health equity conference, "From Capacity to Impact– Building Stronger Communities for a Healthier Maryland," in Baltimore. The annual event brought together community leaders, public health professionals, and state officials committed to strengthening community-driven strategies, reducing health disparities, and expanding health resources across Maryland. “Fostering collaboration across the Maryland Department of Health, state partners, and community-based organizations is crucial to advancing health equity across the state,” said Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Meena Seshamani. “State data helps us identify priority health issues and gaps, but community perspectives provide the vital insights that drive our state-level decisions and policymaking.” The event opened with a plenary address by Sonja L. Banks, who has more than 36 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and capacity-building through strategic grant writing, community partnerships, and organizational training. The session continued with a discussion involving Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Meena Seshamani. She stressed the importance of cross-sector collaboration and community involvement to promote health equity, highlighting state strategies for tackling health disparities and how community insights shape public health policies. This introduction established the day's focus, highlighting the importance of lived experiences, data-based approaches, and collective leadership in creating healthier Maryland communities. The featured conversation between Maryland Secretary of Health Dr. Meena Seshamani and Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities Director Dr. Shondelle Wilson-Frederick emphasized the state's commitment to promoting health equity The afternoon sessions further highlighted tools for state-level engagement and resource alignment through targeted breakout panels. Attendees explored ways to leverage data and identify key disparity gaps during the From Data to Action panel with perspectives from the Maryland Department of Planning, Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients (CRISP), and community leaders. Additional breakouts offered guidance on serving on state commissions, with insights from the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives and the Maryland Commission on Health Equity. A panel of Deputy Secretaries for Behavioral Health, Public Health Services, and Medicaid and Health Care Financing, along with the Director of the State Office of Rural Health, highlighted key MDH funding opportunities. The moderated sessions highlighted practical strategies to promote health equity, including increasing diverse community representation on state commissions, using public health data to improve Marylanders' health, strengthening local initiatives, and outlining state grant opportunities and funding options to build partner capacity. Speakers focused on actionable methods such as using data for targeted interventions and fostering sustainable partnerships to amplify community voices. By providing attendees with accessible data, grant information, and civic engagement pathways, the conference enhanced statewide collaboration to ensure all Marylanders have the resources to achieve optimal health. Established in 2004, the Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities leads state efforts to eliminate health disparities, address social determinants of health, and advance health equity for all Marylanders. The Office funds community-driven initiatives, facilitates public and private partnerships, and leverages population health data to inform policy and advance health equity across underserved communities. Aligned with its core mission, the Office hosts its annual health equity conference to connect community leaders, researchers, and public health professionals with the resources, data, and collaborative strategies. For more information about the Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities, visit health.maryland.gov/mhhd. ### The Maryland Department of Health is dedicated to protecting and improving the health and safety of all Marylanders through disease prevention, access to care, quality management and community engagement. Follow for more updates: Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Bluesky
2014-01-30 10.00 Training, Testing, and Exercise Program Coop Training Series
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Vital Records Identification and Maintenance COOP Training Series
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