The days are longer, the weather is warmer and people are spending more time outdoors—summer is almost upon us! But how can you ensure that your family is not at an increased risk for illness or injury during the most active months of the year? Here are a few tips to keep you and your loved ones protected.
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High Transmissions and Hospitalizations Have Carroll Hospital, Health Department and County Urging Residents to Enjoy Holidays Safely
Due to high COVID-19 transmission and increasing hospitalizations, Carroll Hospital, the Carroll County Health Department, and the Carroll County Board of Commissioners are working together to encourage county residents to take steps to enjoy the holidays safely.
Carroll Hospital Nationally Recognized for Safety Achievements
Carroll Hospital was awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing the hospital for achievements in providing safe, high quality and affordable care.
Sweating Safely and Six Feet Apart
LifeBridge Health & Fitness reopens with a mission to keep its members fit, healthy and safe.
Gymgoers rejoice! LifeBridge Health & Fitness has reopened its doors. Read More
Caring for You in Challenging Times
To say the past few months have been challenging would be an understatement. In these months, the coronavirus has impacted our community and our nation. No facet of daily life has gone untouched; our work, schools, places of worship, recreation and more have been affected by the pandemic and the effort to keep our community safe.
Carroll Hospital Farmers Market Returns July 2
Each year, Carroll Hospital hosts a seasonal farmers market to help the community access healthy, locally sourced produce and products. Our market’s farmers and vendors come from the many corners of Carroll County to share the fruits of their labor.
This year, the weekly market kicks off on Thursday, July 2 and concludes Thursday, September 17 on the Carroll Hospital campus. Hours of operation are 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sending Children to Day Camp During COVID-19
Important facts to consider besides how much fun they’ll have in the sun
While Gov. Larry Hogan has given the green light for day camps to be open, parents are still grappling with a difficult decision: whether it is safe to send their child during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cynthia Roldan, M.D., medical director of Carroll Hospital’s Pediatrics Department, says this is a difficult decision that requires many factors to consider.
Sunscreen Sun Safety
This weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. With many of us spending more time outdoors this season, it’s important to protect ourselves from sunburn and skin damage.
Here are a few things to remember when applying sunscreen:
Keeping Kids Safe
The week of May 5 is Safe Kids Week, a time dedicated to increase awareness of how to protect children from preventable injuries.