UM Capital Region Health

11/06/2025

Stay active, eat well, and learn about your health this November!

Senior Lunch & Learn – UM Laurel Medical Center
Our quarterly health lecture series for adults 55+ focuses on managing and preventing Type 2 diabetes.
📅 Wednesday, Nov. 19 | Lunch: Noon | Talk: 12:30 – 1:30 pm
7150 Contee Road, Laurel, MD 20707
Registration required: umcapitalregion.org/events or 240-677-1389

Dine, Learn & Move – Virtual
Join us for 90 minutes of fun, cooking demos, and simple tips for healthy living. All ages welcome.
📅 Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 6 – 7:30 pm
Free & virtual | Register: wellnessInfo@co.pg.md.us

Get ready to move, learn, and make healthy choices this November!

11/05/2025

October is Diabetes Awareness Month — a time to focus on managing and understanding this chronic condition.

Hear from Teresa English, a registered nurse and certified diabetes care and education specialist at UM Capital Region Health, as she shares how she supports and educates patients living with diabetes.

Learn more about managing diabetes through our program at umcapitalregion.org/diabetes or call 240-677-2130 for more information.

11/02/2025

Did you know each year in the US, 1 in 10 babies is born preterm?

At UM Capital Region Health, we're ready when newborns need extra support. From premature births to high-risk deliveries, our expert team provides specialized care for mom and baby—all
under one roof.

Learn more: umcapitalregion.org/nicu

Source: March of Dimes

11/01/2025

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

During COPD Awareness Month, it’s important to recognize the signs and seek care early—early detection and management can make a significant difference in your quality of life.

Learn more about our treatment services at umcapitalregion.org/copd.

10/31/2025

From spooky costumes to sweet treats, Halloween is full of excitement — but safety should never take a back seat. Before your little ghosts and goblins head out, make sure they’re prepared for a night of safe fun!

Let’s make this Halloween one to remember — for all the right reasons!

📣 Share these safety tips with friends and family to help keep every trick-or-treater happy and healthy!

10/30/2025

No one is ever truly prepared to receive a cancer diagnosis. The news can feel overwhelming, with so much information and so many treatment decisions to face.

At the Cancer Center at UM Capital Region Health, our breast surgery nurse navigator, Michelle Houston, is there every step of the way—helping patients understand their options, coordinate care, and receive the compassion they deserve before, during, and after treatment.

Learn more about our cancer program at umcapitalregion.org/cancer.

10/29/2025

Experiencing shortness of breath? Chest tightness? Chronic cough? You may have COPD. Learn what causes this condition and how to treat it. Additionally, discover resources to support your health.

Do you have COPD? Get resources to breathe better from the experts at the University of Maryland Medical System!

10/28/2025

Our Domestic Violence and S*xual Assault Center (DVSAC) is the only center of its kind in Prince George's County.

We provide compassionate, confidential care for survivors of:
- S*xual assault
- Domestic violence
- Elder abuse and neglect
- S*x trafficking

Our trained specialists offer immediate medical care, crisis support, and connections to ongoing resources. No judgment. Just care.

Need support? Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

10/27/2025

Last week, staff across UM Capital Region Health came together in pink to show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Together, we honored survivors, remembered loved ones, and helped raise awareness about the importance of early detection.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped spread such an important message throughout our community.

10/23/2025

Your little one was just diagnosed with RSV, and his pediatrician said to be careful taking him around older adults. But why is that? The precaution is because RSV in adults, particularly those aged 60 and older, can be dangerous.

https://health.umms.org/2024/09/26/rsv-in-adults/

10/23/2025

Join us for a special Open House celebrating our Adult Sickle Cell Treatment and Infusion Center!

We’re proud to unveil our new location within the UM Capital Region Medical Center—designed for greater convenience and patient comfort.

For more than two years, our clinic has provided specialized care that’s helped reduce emergency room visits and hospital admissions for patients living with sickle cell disease.

Come meet our care team, tour the new center, learn more about our impact, and enjoy refreshments and activities. We look forward to seeing you there!

Register by visiting umcapitalregion.org/sicklecell2025.

10/20/2025

Have you been told you have high cholesterol? Learning how to manage this condition can help you protect your heart.

https://health.umms.org/2024/06/14/how-to-manage-high-cholesterol-protect-your-heart/