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Adult Day Center Completes Paper Chain for Alzheimer's Association
Town Square Perry Hall concluded its "Purple Promise Project" at the Health & Wellness Fair. The community initiative raised $450 and created a 142-foot paper chain to support the Alzheimer’s Association Maryland Chapter. This effort aimed to raise awareness for those impacted by Alzheimer's and dementia.
Baltimore Awards $4 Million in Opioid Grants to Local Nonprofits
The city of Baltimore is awarding four million dollars through a second round of opioid restitution fund community grants. These funds aim to support local groups with institutional knowledge to reduce overdoses and help people with addiction. The grants will focus on neighborhood revitalization and safe spaces.
New mRNA Flu Vaccine: What You Need to Know About mFlusiva
Doctors are recommending a new type of flu vaccine for those aged 50 and up, though it might be available off-label for younger adults. Insurance coverage remains unclear.
Baltimore to Blend Susquehanna River Water Amid Drought Conditions
Baltimore City plans to blend Susquehanna River water with Loch Raven Reservoir water to supplement its drinking supply due to drought. The Department of Public Works expects to begin using the river as a supplemental source in early October. Residents receiving water from Montebello Treatment Plants may notice minor taste or odor differences, though officials say treatment remains consistent.
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