Precision Rehab Research: A University of Maryland stroke rehabilitation specialist helped develop new guidelines for studying blood-based molecular biomarkers alongside detailed recovery tracking, aiming to move stroke rehab toward more personalized, “right treatment for the right patient” approaches. Public Health Alerts: As back-to-school ramps up, Maryland pediatricians urge parents to keep sick kids home, stay current on vaccines, and use basic hygiene to slow respiratory illness spread. Environmental Health: Six people were hospitalized after a possible mercury spill in Lutherville, with state and county health officials monitoring the scene while investigators look for the cause. Medication Safety: Baxter recalled multiple intravenous saline and dextrose products nationwide due to potential fiberglass or stainless-steel particle contamination, including lots shipped into Maryland. Family Planning Fight in Court: Maryland and other states sued to block new Title X family-planning funding conditions, arguing they unlawfully penalize providers and patients. Local Care & Access: Maryland Oncology Hematology expanded with a new program, adding capacity for cancer care in the state.