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Monday, December 06, 2021TidalHealth/Froggy 99.9 FREE flu and COVID-19 shot clinic Saturday, December 18
Twas the Saturday before Christmas, and do you still need your seasonal flu shot or COVID-19 vaccination? Good news, it’s not too late. On Saturday, December 18 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and Froggy 99.9 are again teaming up to provide Delmarva residents their best “shot” against the flu and COVID-19 this season. TidalHealth is bringing its Wagner Wellness Van to the Froggy 99.9 studios, located near the Oak Ridge Baptist Church in Salisbury, and will be providing free
Thursday, December 02, 2021eNews & Events December 2, 2021 - December 16, 2021
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Wednesday, December 01, 2021UM Shore Regional Health Supports Maryland Food Bank Sites on the Eastern Shore
Arvin Singh, Vice President, Strategy and Communications, UM SRH is shown with Jennifer Small, Senior Program Director, Maryland Food Bank at the Cambridge delivery site. EASTON, Md. - (December 1, 2021) – The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health has partnered with the Maryland Food Bank - Eastern Shore Branch to help address food insecurity challenges impacting local residents, providing a donation of $4,000. The UMSRH donation will provide $800 in funding for food purchases allocated to five
Wednesday, December 01, 2021UM Shore Regional Health Oncology Nurse Navigator Retires After 30 Years of Patient Care
Margot Spies, shown with Maryland State Senator Addie Eckardt at the 2019 Colors of Cancer Gala, retired recently from her role as Oncology Nurse Navigator for the Cancer Center at UM Shore Regional Health. EASTON, Md. - (December 1, 2021) – Margot Spies, BSN, RN, OCN, Oncology Nurse Navigator for the Cancer Center at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, retired this month after a 30-year career caring for patients in the Mid-Shore region. “Margot was an integral part of creating the Cancer
Wednesday, November 24, 2021eNews & Events November 25, 2021 - December 9, 2021
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Monday, November 22, 2021TidalHealth dedicates rose for Donate Life float in the 2022 Rose Parade
Dr. Steve Leonard, TidalHealth’s President/CEO, signs a rose that will be added to Donate Life Rose Parade Float in the 2022 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California on January 1. Joining Dr. Leonard is Chris Wright, RN, BSN, In-House Coordinator for The Living Legacy Foundation. TidalHealth joins The Living Legacy Foundation of Maryland (The LLF) in dedicating roses for the Donate Life Rose Parade float to honor the generous patients and their families who have given the gifts of life and hope as organ, eye,
Monday, November 22, 2021UMMS Offers Ingredients For A Safe Thanksgiving
System’s Medical Experts Share Top Ten Tips For Holiday Travel BALTIMORE (November 16, 2021) – Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and people traveling via planes, trains and automobiles, experts from the University of Maryland Medical System are sharing advice to help Marylanders celebrate safely amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Most importantly, doctors say the most important thing individuals can do to protect against COVID-19 is to get vaccinated. Vaccines are safe, effective and free. “The holidays
Thursday, November 18, 2021eNews & Events November 18, 2021 - December 2, 2021
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Thursday, November 11, 2021The Salvation Army Ensures ‘Hope Marches On’ for All Those in Need
Early giving could be key to keeping families in their homes this holiday seasonCambridge, MD (November 10, 2021) – With the resurgence of the pandemic these last six months, the organization is digging in for another challenging season of need. As thousands of people continue to struggle with the impacts of pandemic poverty, The Salvation Army of the Mid-Shore in Cambridge, MD is calling on everyone to help individuals and families overcome the threat of eviction amid the holiday season. Organizations like
Thursday, November 11, 2021eNews & Events November 11, 2021 - November 25, 2021
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Wednesday, November 10, 2021Salvation Army Is Throwing Hat in the ‘Ring’ for Dec. 3rd National Commander's Red Kettle Challenge
The Salvation Army of the Mid-Shore Is Throwing Hat in the ‘Ring’ for December 3rd National Commander’s Red Kettle ChallengeLocal Salvation Army beckons community to the Walmart in Cambridge, MD to support neighbors in need through annual competition for good Cambridge, MD (November 10, 2021) – The Salvation Army is continuing an annual event that raised more than $500,000 nationally in just four hours last year—the National Commander’s Red Kettle Challenge. The organization is raising the stakes in 2021,
Tuesday, November 09, 2021Meredith Girard Named Mid-Shore Pro Bono Executive Director
Mid-Shore Pro Bono’s Board of Directors recently announced Meredith Lathbury Girard will serve as the non-profit’s Executive Director. Girard currently serves as Mid-Shore Pro Bono’s Managing Attorney and will begin as Executive Director when the current director Sandy Brown steps down from the position at the end of 2021. Mid-Shore Pro Bono and a network of volunteer lawyers ensure access to the legal system and provide free or reduced-fee legal services for those who need legal help on the Eastern
Tuesday, November 09, 2021Maryland State of Emergency Flood Grant
Has your business sustained damage from the recent flooding? HELP is HERE! Maryland State of Emergency Flooding 2021 Grants available through Maryland Capital Enterprises On Friday October 29th Governor Larry Hogan declared a state of emergency for areas of Maryland along the Chesapeake Bay, Potomac River, and the Atlantic Coastline. Grants of up to $50,000 will be available for businesses in our service area listed below. These grants are to help recover from damage sustained and halt in operations
Friday, November 05, 2021UM Shore Regional Health Announces Central Scheduling Phone and Fax Number Change
Effective Monday, November 8, 2021, the telephone and fax numbers for the scheduling of patient imaging and radiology services will be changed. Services such as ultrasounds, mammograms, MRIs, and CT scans, currently scheduled using 410-822-1000, ext. 2600, will be scheduled by phone at 443-225-7474 or through fax at 410-822-0433. Prior to Monday, Nov 8, 2021 Phone: 410-822-1000, ext. 2600 Fax: 410-221-7580; 410-221-7581 Beginning Monday, November 8, 2021 Phone: 443-225-7474 Fax:
Thursday, November 04, 2021eNews & Events November 4, 2021 - November 18, 2021
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Wednesday, November 03, 2021TidalHealth Peninsula Regional among America’s 50 best hospitals for vascular surgery
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional named one of America’s 50 best hospitals for vascular surgery for the eighth year in a rowAlso named top 10% in the nation for overall orthopedic services for the sixth consecutive year TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery according to new research released byHealthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems. This is the 8th consecutive year that TidalHealth
Tuesday, November 02, 2021''New Snowmen'' For Holiday Bazaar
Alice Keyes and Carol Segar of Immanuel United Church of Christ on Whitehall Road, Cambridge, MD review some of the "new snowmen" that will be available for sale at their annual "Holiday Bazaar" to be held on November 20th from 9am-'til. Other items available for sale will be homemade soups and chicken salad, plus items on our Bake Table, Country Store and handmade crochet tables. You may call Diane Murphy at 410-228-5167 for pre-orders of soups and chicken salad. Immanuel United Church of Christ can be
Tuesday, November 02, 2021Dorchester County Flood Recovery & Impact Assessment
If your property experienced damages from flooding or high winds please call and report it to the Dorchester County Department of Emergency Services. We will need your name, address, phone number, and what damage was caused. We understand this is a very sensitive time for those impacted. Part of the recovery and impact assessment requires us to collect a list of impacted residents and share that list with the State of Maryland and allied agencies who assist. You may call 410-228-2222 or email your
Monday, November 01, 2021Enter the Friends of Blackwater 2021 Photo Contest
The Friends of Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) near Cambridge, Maryland, are hosting a digital photo contest through November 2021 to showcase Blackwater NWR and raise funds for Refuge projects. Adult and youth participants are invited to submit photos taken between January 1, 2019 and November 30, 2021, in Refuge areas open to the public, which includes the Wildlife Drive, land trails, paddling trails, the Visitor Center butterfly garden, and Refuge property along Maple Dam Road. The submission
Monday, November 01, 2021Remembering Our Angels Campaign
Remembering Our Angels... "Life is full of moments that only you and your angels share" Each year, Coastal Hospice encourages its Lower Shore neighbors to be "angels" by including the organization in their holiday giving through the Be An Angel Appeal. During the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year's, angel ornaments are hung on Coastal Hospice Christmas trees displayed across the region. Each angel is personalized with the name of someone a donor wants to memorialize or honor. The Be An Angel
Friday, October 29, 2021Avery Hall Educational Medicare Webinars
Avery Hall Benefit Solutions, Inc. announces a free educational webinar scheduled on the following dates: November 10th, and December 8th from 12 pm-1 pm. Attendees only need to attend one webinar session that will provide Medicare information and dispel common Medicare myths. Turning 65 can become a stressful time as Medicare advertisements begin to appear more so than ever. However, Alyssa Sinagra, an Avery Hall senior account executive who has been with the company since 2006, is here to guide you
Thursday, October 28, 2021eNews & Events October 28, 2021 - November 11, 2021
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Wednesday, October 27, 2021TidalHealth Nanticoke named top 10% in nation for gastrointestinal care
TidalHealth Nanticoke recognized for superior outcomes by Healthgrades TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware is among the nation’s leaders for Gastrointestinal (GI) Care and a recipient of GI Care and Surgery Excellence Awards according to new analysis by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems. New for 2022, TidalHealth Nanticoke is the recipient of the Healthgrades Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award and the Gastrointestinal Surgery
Wednesday, October 27, 2021UM Shore Regional Health Cancer Program Welcomes New Specialists in Oncology and Hematology
Shown left to right: Dr. Benjamin Bridges, Dr. Adam Goldrich, Dr. David Weng EASTON, Md. - (October 25, 2021) – The Cancer Program at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health has welcomed three new physicians specializing in medical oncology and hematology, following the recent retirement of Mary DeShields, MD, Medical Director, University of Maryland Shore Medical Group – Oncology. The new providers are Benjamin Bridges, MD, Adam Goldrich, MD, and David Weng, MD, PhD. They are members of Maryland
Wednesday, October 27, 2021Primary Stroke Center at Easton Earns Honors from American Heart Association
From left are neurology/telemetry unit team members Jacob Luber, RN; Alessandra-Anna Micheli BSN, RN; Teresa Manship RN, CNRN; and Yassine Zidour BSN, RN. EASTON, Md. (October 27, 2021) – University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton’s Primary Stroke Center recently was notified by the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Stroke Association (ASA) that it has received the Get With The Guidelines®- Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award with Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll. The award
Wednesday, October 27, 2021Opening Ceremony at UM Shore Regional Health at Cambridge Marks New Era of Health Care in Dorchester
Local health care leaders and elected officials celebrated the pending opening of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health at Cambridge facility yesterday with an outdoor ribbon-cutting ceremony on-site at Cambridge Marketplace on U.S. Route 50/Ocean Gateway. Local health care leaders and elected officials celebrated the pending opening of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health at Cambridge facility yesterday with an outdoor ribbon-cutting ceremony on-site at Cambridge Marketplace on
Monday, October 25, 2021TidalHealth unites sleep services
TidalHealth is pleased to announce a unification of its sleep centers. Starting November 1, the three locations will be operating as TidalHealth Sleep Centers in Salisbury, Maryland and Seaford and Millsboro, Delaware. Each location will continue to follow the American Academy of Sleep Medicine standards, and will offer complete and comprehensive testing, studies and medically based solutions to an assortment of sleep disorders. Patients who have clinical sleep studies already scheduled should expect no
Thursday, October 21, 2021Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events October 21, 2021 - November 4, 2021
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Tuesday, October 19, 2021Enjoy the Sights and Sounds of Fall at Blackwater NWR
Come experience the changing of the seasons at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) by participating in one of our Guided Birding tours in the fall of 2021. You don’t need to be an expert to enjoy identifying and learning about the many species of birds that inhabit the refuge. Fall birding tours at Blackwater highlight the returning migratory waterfowl, and you will not want to miss the opportunity to observe and identify our diverse array of feathered friends, from woodpeckers and wading birds to
Friday, October 15, 2021TidalHealth to modify visitation on October 18
As TidalHealth works to balance patient safety and support and the desire to reunite loved ones with family members who are hospitalized, starting on Monday, October 18, the health system will be increasing visitation opportunities at both TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland and TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware. •One visitor, over the age of 18, per patient will be allowed.•If the patient is confirmed to have COVID-19 or under investigation for COVID-19, visitation will not be
Thursday, October 14, 2021eNews & Events October 14, 2021 - October 28, 2021
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Wednesday, October 13, 2021MARYLAND STATE FIRE MARSHAL PARTNERS WITH DELMARVA POWER WITH SMOKE ALARM DONTATION
(L-R) John Petito; Delmarva External Affairs, Matt Stevens; Deputy Chief State Fire Marshal - OSFM Lower Eastern Regional OfficeCover photo: (L to R) Ocean City FMO, Worcester County FMO, Salisbury Fire Department, Rescue (Cambridge) VFC, Singerly VFC, Delmarva Power, OSFM LERO, OSFM UERO, Wicomico Co Fire Association and Delmarva Power This year’s donation marks Delmarva Power's 22nd year of promoting fire safety through smoke alarm programs with local first responders WICOMICO COUNTY, MD (October 8,
Wednesday, October 13, 2021Bullying Awareness in DCPS
This month we are highlighting Bullying Awareness in DCPS! On Wednesday October 20th we are encouraging all students, staff, and our community to join us in wearing Orange for Unity Day. The goal of this day is to bring awareness to bullying while we promote kindness, acceptance & inclusion. We would love to see social media flooded with pictures of folks in Orange to show our students that their community is also backing them and the message of unity. DCPS will also be hosting a Bullying Townhall
Tuesday, October 12, 2021Observation of Halloween
Dorchester County CouncilCounty Observation of HalloweenAt the Dorchester County Council meeting, Tuesday, October 5, 2021, it was approved by Council that Halloween will be observed by County residents on Sunday, October 31, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for children ages 12 and under. This policy will not supersede prescheduled times and dates set by municipalities. Residents living outside town limits should follow the County policy set forth by the county Council, unless they intend on carrying their
Friday, October 08, 2021Choptank Health announces new Federalsburg health center planned
A sign on Federalsburg’s Hayman Ave. marks the future site of a new health care facility for Choptank Community Health System, based in Denton, Md. The new community health center is supported with federal funding and will include expanded parking and spaces for medical and dental services, with a spring 2024 anticipated completion date. More is at choptankhealth.org. Choptank Community Health System has recently announced plans are underway for a new Federalsburg health center to open in 2024. Choptank
Thursday, October 07, 2021eNews & Events October 7, 2021 - October 21, 2021
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Tuesday, October 05, 2021Harvesting Hope's 2021 ''Covered'' Drive
Harvesting Hope will be collecting blankets, covers, and throw donations for youth again this year for our Covered Youth program. Last year almost 200 covers were collected and distributed to youth in Dorchester County. Let's cover more youth this year. Drop off locations are: Harvesting Hope Youth & Family Wellness at 204 Cedar Street, Cambridge, MD or: Dorchester Chamber of Commerce, 306 High Street, Cambridge, MD
Tuesday, October 05, 2021FREE flu shots at the TidalHealth’s Salisbury event
TidalHealth’s Drive-Thru Flu Clinic is Friday, October 8 at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium in Salisbury from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This is the 27th year for the event, which is again offering free flu shots. TidalHealth’s Drive-Thru Flu Clinic returns on Friday, October 8 for the 27th seasonFREE flu shots at the Salisbury event TidalHealth’s Salisbury Drive-Thru Flu Clinic is returning for its 27th season on Friday, October 8, 2021 at Arthur W. Perdue (Shorebirds) Stadium at the intersection of Route 50 and
Monday, October 04, 2021GMB Announces 2021 Scholarship Winners
George, Miles & Buhr, LLC (GMB) is pleased to announce the winners of our annual scholarship programs. The George K. Miles Civil Engineering Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year to students who plan to attend college to pursue a degree in civil engineering. Mr. Miles is a former partner at GMB and was involved in a variety of civil engineering projects throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. His brother, William Miles, was one of our founders when GMB opened in 1960. The 2021 recipients of the George
Monday, October 04, 2021“Pleasant Holidays” Virtual Fundraiser Again This Year
The Festival of Wreaths at Pleasant Day Medical Adult Day Care in Cambridge will be held as the “Pleasant Holidays” virtual fundraiser again this year, according to Executive Director Jackie Vickers. The festival, held for over 30 years at Pleasant Day, was postponed in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Staff and volunteers decided to hold “Pleasant Holidays” as a virtual fundraiser again in 2021 since Pleasant Day just re-opened in August following many months of closure due to the
Monday, October 04, 2021New Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit Opens at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton
UM Shore Regional Health President and CEO Ken Kozel is shown with Pat Thompson, Director, UM Shore Behavioral Health, and Laurence Pezor, MD, Medical Director, UM Shore Medial Group - Behavioral Health in front of the nurses' station during a tour of the new inpatient behavioral health unit shortly before its opening on September 23. EASTON, Md. - (October 1, 2021) – University of Maryland Shore Behavioral Health’s new Inpatient Care Unit at UM Shore Medical Center in Easton is now treating patients
Monday, October 04, 2021UM Shore Regional Health Promotes Breast Health Screening, Support Services During Breast Cancer Awa
Shown are Clark Comprehensive Breast Center providers Dr. Roberta Lilly, Medical Director, and Brittany Krautheim, Nurse Practitioner. EASTON, Md. - (October 1, 2021) – Breast cancer now accounts for 30 percent of all cancer-related deaths among women in the U.S., but like many cancers, it is highly treatable if detected early. Thanks in part to improved imaging and diagnostic technologies as well as evolving treatment protocols, the national five-year survival rate for breast cancer patients is now 90
Friday, October 01, 2021Statement From UMMS Leadership on System Compliance with COVID Vaccine Requirements
BALTIMORE (October 1, 2021) – As of October 1 2021, 98% of full and part-time clinical staff and over 96% of all team members at the University of Maryland Medical System are in full compliance with our mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, making UMMS the first large health system in the State to reach this important milestone. This represents significant progress and we are grateful for all the UMMS team members who have made the decision to get vaccinated. In health care, keeping our patients and
Friday, October 01, 2021Chamber Connection Newsletter - October 2021
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Thursday, September 30, 2021Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore Announces #TikTokTober Campaign
Ashley Shephard, Big Brothers Big Sisters Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore, Inc. (BBBSES) is excited to announce to the community its #TikTokTober campaign. Program staff members will be creating TikTok videos to compete for video likes, shares, and comments. The goal of this campaign is to help raise awareness of program services to Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Follow their TikTok @ESBigs to join the fun and learn more about how you can become a mentor or enroll a child. BBBSES is an
Monday, September 27, 2021TidalHealth Peninsula Regional relocates monoclonal antibody infusions to outside tent
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has temporarily moved its monoclonal antibody infusion treatment to an outside tent to free up patient care space in its Emergency/Trauma Center. TidalHealthPeninsula Regional relocates monoclonal antibody infusions to outside tent TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has temporarily moved its COVID-19 monoclonal antibody infusion treatment out of the Emergency Department and inside a tent, which has been constructed near the walk-in entrance. The relocation allows the Emergency
Monday, September 27, 2021UWLES 2021-2022 Campaign Kickoff at Sea Gull Stadium
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore recently welcomed back guests as they held the 2021-2022 Annual Campaign Kickoff event at Salisbury University’s Sea Gull Stadium. This hybrid event brought together business and community leaders both in the stadium and online to hear about the impact that UWLES has in our community and the importance of partnerships in meeting community needs. The event was presented in partnership with Salisbury University and recognized annual sponsors, including: Campaign Sponsors
Thursday, September 23, 2021Rehab After Stroke: One Patient’s Journey
During National Rehabilitation Week, St. Michael’s Man Shares Story of Recovery Easton, Md. - (September 21, 2021) – At 72 years young, Tom Mendenhall of St. Michaels was enjoying the fifth year of his retirement from a career in business and administration. In his last full-time position, he’d spent seven years on the leadership team of Wye River Upper School in Queen Anne’s County, through which he came to understand the challenges experienced by teens with learning differences. Post retirement, he
Thursday, September 23, 2021TidalHealth’s Drive-Thru Flu Clinic returns on Friday, October 8 for the 27th season
FREE flu shots at the Salisbury event TidalHealth’s Drive-Thru Flu Clinic is Friday, October 8 at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium in Salisbury from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This is the 27th year for the event, which is again offering free flu shots. TidalHealth’s Salisbury Drive-Thru Flu Clinic is returning for its 27th season on Friday, October 8, 2021 at Arthur W. Perdue (Shorebirds) Stadium at the intersection of Route 50 and Hobbs Road from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Seasonal quadrivalent flu vaccinations will
Monday, September 20, 2021Proper use of local emergency departments encouraged during cold and flu season and current covid-19
The cold and flu season on the Delmarva Peninsula is quickly approaching. TidalHealth encourages people to be vaccinated against the flu, and offers three easy and convenient ways to do that. Visit their Drive-Thru Flu Clinics October 2 from 8 am to Noon at Delaware Technical Community College in Georgetown, Delaware, October 8, from 8 am to 6 pm at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium in Salisbury and October 16 at TidalHealth McCready Pavilion in Crisfield from 8 am to Noon. In addition, the Delmarva Peninsula is
Thursday, September 16, 2021eNews & Events for September 16 - September 30, 2021
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Tuesday, September 14, 2021University of Maryland Medical System Implementing $15 Per Hour Minimum Wage
Approximately 1,500 Team Members Will Be Receiving Pay Increase BALTIMORE (September 10, 2021) – The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) today announced a new commitment to better serve the communities in which our team members live and work, with a new minimum wage of $15 per hour. This increase will result in approximately 1,500 employees, or five percent of the System’s workforce, receiving a pay increase. “Investing in our team members is an investment in our future and in our communities,”
Monday, September 13, 2021TidalHealth Hospitals Earn National Recognition for Efforts to Improve Cardiovascular Treatment
The American Heart Association presents multiple Achievement Awards for implementation of quality care for patients TidalHealth has received two American Heart Association (AHA) Achievement Awards for implementing quality improvement measures at their Salisbury, MD and Seaford, DE hospitals that ensure cardiovascular patients receive efficient and coordinated care, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is the 2021 recipient
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Thursday, September 09, 2021TidalHealth Peninsula Regional temporarily pauses elective surgeries and procedures, see more
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional temporarily pauses elective surgeries and procedures requiring an overnight stay September 13 TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and the surgeons practicing there announced today that there will be a temporary pause in elective, non-emergency surgeries that require an overnight stay for at least a two-week period starting Monday, September 13. All non-emergency, non-life-threatening surgeries requiring an overnight stay will be evaluated by a multidisciplinary clinical team and
Thursday, September 09, 2021September is Pain Awareness Month
September is National Pain Awareness Month, a time when pain specialists and advocates promote pain education and raise awareness about issues related to chronic pain. Many people who suffer from chronic pain do so silently. They hide their pain because of the stigma surrounding chronic pain. The goal of Pain Awareness Month is to break down the barriers to effective pain management, reduce stigma, and create a greater understanding of chronic pain among healthcare providers, patients, and the
Thursday, September 09, 2021Neck District IRONMAN Traffic Flow
Saturday, September 18th there will be an Ironman race in Cambridge that extends to the Neck District firehouse. Attached and below is info pertaining to the traffic patterns and road closure for the morning of the 18th. For folks coming from the east dropping trash at the dumpster, it would be helpful if you could wait a little longer than normal, maybe until after 11:00. It would also be helpful if those folks west of the firehouse would use the back way to the dumpster. Please avoid the intersection at
Wednesday, September 08, 2021Maryland Restaurant Week 2021
Maryland Restaurant Week is back for its second year, kicking off September 17th. For ten days, we're bringing all counties and all restaurants together to celebrate and support our industry. For the restaurants: there's no course requirements, no prix-fixe menus needed, and no entry fees. Participating restaurants may offer special menus, discounts or seasonal fare for dine-in, curbside, or carryout. The dining public is invited to enjoy these Maryland Restaurant Week-specific specials September 17-26,
Tuesday, September 07, 2021Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Importance of Screening
Dr. John Foley, Medical Director, Shore Medical Group – Urology Easton, Md. - (September 3, 2021) – In observation of September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the Cancer Program at UM Shore Regional Health and Shore Medical Group – Urology team members are sharing information about prostate cancer. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, about six cases in 10 are diagnosed in men aged 65 or
Tuesday, September 07, 2021Smithsonian Poster Exhibition Highlighting the History of Women Inventors in the U.S. at DCA
Throughout American history, women with diverse backgrounds and interests created inventions that changed lives every day. But women haven’t always had equal opportunities to be inventors or received as much recognition. The Smithsonian and the United States Patent and Trademark Office present “Picturing Women Inventors,” a poster exhibition that explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women. Astronauts, computer pioneers, and businesswomen join athletes, engineers, and even teenagers
Friday, September 03, 2021eNews & Events September 2 2021 - September 16, 2021
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Wednesday, September 01, 2021Chamber Connection Newsletter - September 2021
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Monday, August 23, 2021Big Brothers Big Sisters Create Big Moments with Littles this Summer
Try something you’ve never tried before”—Big Brother Kevin (pictured left) and his Little (pictured right) decided to try new candies! Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore (BBBSES) is very excited to provide an update on their Big Moments summer campaign! On July 1st, BBBSES kicked off the summer with a goal to match 50 Littles by October along with a summer challenge for current and new matches to participate in. This summer activity allows matches the opportunity to enjoy the summer in a fun new
Friday, August 13, 2021Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore’s 12th Annual Eastern Shore Golf Classic
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore, Inc. (BBBSES) held its 12th Annual Eastern Shore Golf Classic on August 9th, at the beautiful River Marsh Golf Club at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa & Marina. Major sponsors for the tournament included Silver Sponsor- Delmarva Power, Hole in One Sponsor- Pohanka of Salisbury, and Putting Green Sponsor- Bank of Delmarva. Co-chairs for the event were John Petito of Delmarva Power and Jimmy Sweet of the Delmarva Shorebirds. Eighty-five
Thursday, August 12, 2021eNews & Events August 12 2021 - August 26, 2021
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Thursday, August 05, 2021Emily's Produce Congratulates Team Member
Emily's Produce would like to send a big CONGRATULATIONS to our own Emily’s Produce team member Kaitlyn Bradley, who is now the 2021 Dorchester Caroline County 4H Fair Queen! We knew for sure that her qualities are VERY special & worthy of recognition!! We are super excited & proud that she is representing the agricultural community! Way to go Kaitlyn!www.facebook.com/emilysproduce/posts/10163032072609815
Thursday, August 05, 2021MSPB Endorses Statewide Pro Bono Call to Action in Response to Spike in Civil Legal Needs
Urgent need for volunteer attorneys in the areas of housing, consumer debt and family law EASTON, MD – August 2021 – Mid-Shore Pro Bono (MSPB), a non-profit organization headquartered on Maryland’s Eastern Shore that provides free or reduced fee legal services to eligible community members, today announced an allied Pro Bono Call to Action campaign in response to recommendations from The Attorney General’s COVID-19 Access to Justice Task Force. The campaign urges all attorneys in Maryland to take at
Wednesday, August 04, 2021The Arc Central Chesapeake Region Announces Day of Remembrance
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc), a nonprofit committed to transforming lives for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and its partners, For All Seasons, The Avalon Theater, and the Talbot Department of Emergency Services, supported by the Town of Easton, invite the community to a Day of Remembrance in commemoration of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The organization will join hundreds of others across the community in turning a day of tragedy into a day of
Monday, August 02, 2021University of Maryland Medical System Announces $1.2 Million Commitment To Address Food Insecurity
UM Shore Regional Health Working To Address Food Insecurity IssuesIn Mid-Shore Counties EASTON, Md. (August 2, 2021) – The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) today announced a $1.2 million commitment to address food insecurity issues in the communities across the state which are served by the organization’s 13 hospitals. UMMS is working with the Maryland Food Bank, the Capital Area Food Bank, Moveable Feast and Meals on Wheels to provide directed grants and other resources to the most vulnerable
Sunday, August 01, 2021Chamber Connection Newsletter - August 2021
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Friday, July 23, 2021Empowerment Center Gets Revived Landscape Design in August through Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant
The City of Cambridge was one of several recipients of the Keep Maryland Beautiful grant, receiving $3,000 in funding that will be used at the Empowerment Center (EC) for a revived landscape design. This grant was generously provided by Keep Maryland Beautiful, Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Environmental Trust, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and Forever Maryland Foundation. Richard Potter, EC’s new executive director, quotes: “We are very excited to be
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Thursday, July 15, 2021Choptank Community Health receives William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award
Choptank Community Health System has been recognized for its leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic with the Comptroller of Maryland’s 2020 William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award for Caroline County. Choptank Community Health received the recognition at a July 13 virtual presentation with Comptroller Peter Franchot. The annual award recognizes individuals and organizations in each of the 23 counties and Baltimore City who best exemplify former Governor and Comptroller William Donald Schaefer's
Monday, July 12, 2021Mid-Shore Community Foundation Appoints New Members
JULY 12, 2021 - The Mid-Shore Community Foundation announces the appointment of six new members to its Board of Directors - Heather Guerieri, Harriette Lowery, Greg Meekins, Steve Rideout, Tolbert Rowe, and Charles Taylor. The Foundation’s Board of Directors consists of twenty-nine individuals from throughout the Mid-Shore Region of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s and Talbot Counties. All members are volunteers and together they represent a diverse range of knowledge and experience. “It is
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Tuesday, June 29, 2021Choptank Health receives Health Care Hero award for COVID-19 response
Choptank Community Health presented Health Care Hero shirts to each staff member among its seven Mid-Shore locations on June 24, including those in its Fassett Magee center located in Cambridge, shown here. Profiles of all award recipients are at TheDailyRecord.com. The Daily Record of Baltimore has recognized Choptank Community Health System as a 2021 Health Care Hero. Choptank Health is the only award recipient on the Eastern Shore and one of three statewide organizations recognized for their
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Tuesday, June 22, 2021TidalHealth welcomes renowned psychologist to speak on Living with an ICD
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome renowned psychologist Dr. Samuel F. Sears to its Peninsula Regional campus on Wednesday, July 14 for the presentation “Successful Living with an ICD.” Dr. Sears is considered the world authority on the unique life situations faced by patients living with an implantable cardiac device (ICD), publishing well over 150 articles on the subject. This presentation is for people with an ICD and their families. Dr. Sears will discuss common challenges and psychological issues faced
Monday, June 21, 2021Shore United Bank Gift Launches Channel Marker Caroline Youth Center Campaign
Shore United Bank grant launches Channel Marker’s “Building Trust, Hope and Dignity in Caroline County” youth center campaign. Pictured left to right: Cathy Cassell, Executive Director at Channel Marker and Debra Rich, Chief Marketing and Project Officer at Shore United Bank. A gift from Shore United Bank is launching the public phase of an exciting new $250,000 fundraising effort, The Campaign to Build Trust, Hope, and Dignity in Caroline County, to create a new youth center for children ages 5
Monday, June 21, 2021COVID Impact Survey Finds ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed)
Marylanders are Experiencing More Hardship as a Result of the Pandemic Childcare and education, housing among top concerns of Marylanders already struggling. Salisbury, MD (June 18, 2021) –United Ways across Maryland, including United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), announced the results of the COVID Impact Survey, which was conducted in partnership with United for ALICE, a center of innovation, research and action around financial hardship. The survey of more than 2,000 Maryland residents, 29
Friday, June 18, 2021Connecting Kids to Coverage - ESAHEC
Did you know that free or low-cost health insurance coverage is available for children and families here in Maryland? With funding from the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a Connecting Kids to Coverage program has been established by Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center to assist local residents in enrolling in available plans. The goal of the program is to identify and enroll children who are eligible for Medicaid and the Maryland Children’s
Friday, June 18, 2021Derek Hills of Easton receives 2021 Maryland Pro Bono Service Award Lee A. Caplan Award
EASTON — Local attorney, Derek Hills received the Lee A. Caplan Award this month at the MSBA Legal Summit. Nominated by Mid-Shore Pro Bono, Hills was chosen for the Caplan Award — an award geared toward a solo or small firm practitioner who has rendered pro bono service over many years. “The Awards Committee received a terrific response to our request for nominations this year,” Dave Pantzer, Director of Education, Outreach, & Technology, Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland said. “With such a wonderful
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Monday, June 14, 2021UM Shore Regional Health Announces New Board Officers
Easton, MD – (June 10. 2021) David Milligan and Kathy Deoudes have been elected chair and vice chair, respectively, of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) Board of Directors. A resident of Easton, Milligan is a business systems analyst for the integrity and quality solutions organization, Qlarant. He has been a UM SRH board member since 2013 and has served as chair of the board’s Quality, Safety & Experience Committee since 2015. He also serves on the University of Maryland Medical
Thursday, June 10, 2021Servin' Up Success - Celebrity Server Night!
Silent auction, food, drinks, and fun! Join Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore, and our celebrity servers, at Blue Ruin Bar as we serve up success for students in Dorchester County!Join us anytime between 4:30PM and 10:00PM for food and drinks!All proceeds from the event will go directly to supporting Dorchester County students in gaining access to JA's programs!
Tuesday, June 08, 2021UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Cafeteria Plans Renovation and Updates to Menu, Service Options
Easton, MD - (June 8, 2021) – The cafeteria at University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton will close at 2 p.m. Friday, June 11, following lunch service, as UM Shore Regional Health cafeteria and facilities team members facilitate a week-long renovation project that will include new paint, new menu options and a new grab-and-go destination. “This project is an important element of a focus on improving the visitor experience at UM Shore Regional Health,” said Dee Murphy, vice president, Support
