Potential Measles Exposure Reported In MoCo

The case of a Virginia resident with confirmed measles has Montgomery County officials flagging a possible exposure incident in Bethesda.

MD Communities Ranked Best Places To Live For Older Adults

The AARP released its 2025 rankings of the top communities, and several Maryland cities made the list.

MOCO Recreation Fall Registration Near, Find Program Guide Online

Registration for Montgomery County Recreation’s fall programs and activities will begin on Monday, Aug. 12, for county residents.

CDC To Drop COVID-19 Isolation Guidelines: What It Means In MD

For the first time in three years, the CDC plans to ease its isolation guidance for people who test positive for COVID-19.

MD's Best Hospitals For 2023: See Full List

Here’s a review of how Maryland hospitals stacked up in analyses and rankings from various publications, agencies and a watchdog groups.

25 MD Nursing Homes Make 2023 U.S. News 'Best' List

U.S. News & World Report rated more than 15,000 nursing homes in its annual report. Here’s how it rated Maryland's nursing homes.

13 MD Hospitals Earn 'A' Grades, 18 Get 'C' In Latest Leapfrog Ratings

A new report from Leapfrog Group shows Maryland hospitals have reduced infections after a spike in infections during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Infant Mortality Rate Rises For 1st Time In 20 Years: See MD Data

Increases in RSV and flu cases that packed pediatric emergency rooms last year may explain an increase in infant mortality. See MD data.

COVID, Flu Vaccine Clinic Coming To Chevy Chase Village Hall

Chevy Chase Village is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinic in partnership with Chevy Chase At Home and Giant Pharmacy on Oct. 25.

Fall 2023 Allergy Season Is Starting: What To Expect In MD

The fall 2023 allergy season is underway in Maryland. Here's when it's expected to end and what the main cause is for your misery.

'Play With The Pros' Pickleball Hosted By Bethesda-Chevy Chase YMCA

Bethesda-Chevy Chase YMCA is celebrating National Pickleball Day on Tuesday, with all 14 pickleball courts open for playing with a pro.

Extreme Heat Precautions for Families Facing Dementia

As the temperatures rise across the country, extreme heat can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with Alzheimer's

Dill Dinkers To Open 11-Court Pickleball Facility In North Bethesda

Dill Dinkers has signed a lease to open a new pickleball facility in North Bethesda that will have 11 courts, the company said Tuesday.

PFAS: What MD Is Doing To Regulate 'Forever Chemicals'

Maryland is aggressively working to address PFAS, seeking to remove the "forever chemicals" from drinking water and consumer products.

Measles Case Confirmed In Montgomery County, Officials Issue Warning

Health officials said residents who visited two locations on May 24 and May 30 may have been exposed to the virus.

Outdoor Pools Open Memorial Day In Montgomery County: Hours, Locations

Montgomery County Recreation’s seven outdoor pools will open for the summer on Saturday, May 27. Here are pool locations and hours.

Bike To Work Day 2023 Includes Stops In And Around Bethesda

The Bike to Work Day event on May 19 will encourage commuters to ditch their cars and enjoy freebies at bike pit stops.

Pike's Peek 10K To Include Post-Race Festival Hosted by Pike & Rose

Runners can now register for the popular Pike’s Peek 10K, a point-to-point road race in Montgomery County known for personal records.

New Shipment Of COVID-19 Test Kits Coming To Chevy Chase Village

Chevy Chase Village residents can also obtain free rapid test kits at county libraries. The nearest library is the Chevy Chase Library.

Skilled Nursing Facility In North Bethesda Receives U.S. News Honor

Tuckerman Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center has been named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s “Best Nursing Homes 2022-23.”

The St. James Set To Open New Athletic Club In Downtown Bethesda

The St. James will be opening a new athletic club in Bethesda on Saturday, Jan. 28 that will feature 50,000 square feet of training space.

F45 Training To Hold Grand Opening For New Center In Bethesda: Report

F45 Training is planning a grand opening on Saturday, Jan. 21 for its new location at the Shops at Sumner Place in Bethesda.

GW Primary Care Clinic At Bethesda Row Opening Soon: Report

A new GW Primary Care clinic is coming to Bethesda Row and is getting close to opening, according to Robert Dyer @ Bethesda Row.

Giant Offering On-Site Flu, Strep Throat Testing At Bethesda Store

Testing is administered by Giant’s certified in-store pharmacists or certified technicians, and results will be received within 10 minutes.

RSV Cases Rise In MD: 5 Things To Know About 'Tripledemic' Threat

As emergency department and urgent care visits for RSV rise in Maryland, health officials are also monitoring flu and COVID-19 trends.

Adding COVID To CDC Vaccine Schedule Doesn't Mandate It In Maryland

The CDC does not have authority to require COVID vaccinations as a condition of school enrollment in Maryland and across the United States.

COVID-19 Vaccines, Boosters Offered At Chevy Chase Village Clinic

Chevy Chase Village is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinic from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 19 at Chevy Chase Village Hall.

Turkey Chase Brings Back In-Person Running For 40th Annual Race

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is bringing back its in-person Turkey Chase on Thanksgiving in Bethesda after a two-year hiatus.

Updated COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Available At Bethesda Giant Food

The updated COVID-19 bivalent booster vaccine is now available at Giant Food pharmacies in Bethesda, along with the seasonal flu shot.

New COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters Target Omicron, Coming To MD

Maryland health officials released new details about the new COVID-19 vaccine boosters and when they will be available across the state.

St. James Performance Club Plans Late 2022 Opening In Bethesda

The St. James is planning to open a “performance club” in Bethesda, a facility that will be a smaller version of its Springfield complex.

CDC Eases COVID Restrictions: What Remains In Maryland

The COVID guidelines indicate a significant shift toward pre-pandemic norms, but the CDC also increased mask recommendations for Maryland.

Weekly Dance Classes Kick Off Saturday At Westfield Montgomery

Westfield Montgomery Mall, together with OneLife Rockville Fitness, will be hosting weekly morning dance workout classes starting Saturday.

One Medical Opens New Primary Care Office In Bethesda

One Medical’s new office on Woodmont Ave. in Bethesda opened on Monday, providing primary care for both adults and children.

NIH Blood Bank Holds 'School's Out' Blood Drive For Educators, Coaches

The NIH Blood Bank is holding a blood drive for teachers, educators and coaches who may have time to donate blood now that school's out.

First Monkeypox Case Confirmed In Maryland

A person who lives in the Maryland suburbs of D.C. has tested positive for monkeypox, the first case of the disease reported in the state.

New Bethesda Hospital Safety Grades: 1 Gets 'B' Grade

One Bethesda hospital was graded, along with others in Montgomery County.

Drug Take Back Day In Bethesda: Where To Drop Off Unwanted Drugs

"We are doing our part to further reduce drug-related violence," Drug Take Back Day's website says. See drop off locations in Bethesda.

Second COVID Booster Is Offered At Bethesda Giant Locations

People eligible for a second COVID-19 booster can get it at one of these Bethesda Giant stores.

'Boutique' Dental Office Opening In Pike & Rose

Tend, a "boutique" dental provider, is planning to open an office at Pike & Rose in North Bethesda this year.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.