Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

10/10/2026

Sweet thanks for our night shift! 🍩 Our Executive Leadership Team stopped by with donuts to show appreciation for the staff who keep care going around the clock.

10/08/2026

❤️ We were out and about in Howard County last weekend!

Our teams had a busy weekend connecting with our community at the Autism Society of Maryland’s Every Step Counts Walk & 5K and hosting the Hope, Health & Wellness Expo with St. John Baptist Church.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by!

10/06/2026

Peggy Parsons recently celebrated five decades of supporting patients and colleagues as a unit secretary during our annual Employee Excellence Awards.

❤️ Watch the video to learn more about Peggy's remarkable 50-year career!

10/04/2026

Newlon Gillihan shares the uncertainty of being a brand-new intern. "As an intern, there are many things I do not yet know how to do, but one thing I can do: be present with my patient, hold her hand, and chat. That is medicine."

Finding My Place at the Bedsideby Newlon GillihanSeptember 24, 2026A Day in the LifeFrom the outpatient clinic, an elderly female is directly admitted to the inpatient medicine service for chest pain and fatigue. By the next afternoon, the patient is diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary emboli (PE), r...

10/04/2026

On Saturday, October 24, drive up and drop off your unused or expired prescription medications at any of our 7 participating Johns Hopkins Medicine locations. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4rL2hRb

10/03/2026

Considering a lip procedure? From lip lifts and lip augmentation to lip reduction, our experts can help restore fullness, reduce lip volume, or create better facial balance. Learn how these procedures work, what recovery looks like and what to discuss with a facial plastic surgeon before making a decision.

Lip plastic surgery can enhance a patient’s appearance by changing the shape of the lips.

10/03/2026

🎬✨ Our 6th Annual Employee Excellence Awards rolled out the red carpet to celebrate the incredible people who make our organization shine. From recognizing staff who embody our core values to honoring milestone work anniversaries, it was an evening dedicated to celebrating our exceptional team.

Thank you to all of our honorees for the difference you make for our patients, families and community. You are the stars of our organization! ⭐

10/02/2026

Tea or soda? When it comes to your health, even the smallest everyday choices can have a big impact on your future well-being. Get the most out of your dietary decisions with these five tasty tips.

Eating out doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your health. Learn how to make smart choices at restaurants, fast-food joints and at home.

10/02/2026

Want to stay healthy and perform your best on the field? Preventing a SLAP tear starts with smart training: proper warmups, shoulder -strengthening exercises, stretching and practicing proper technique. Pitch smarter, not harder. ⚾

Johns Hopkins sports medicine expert John Wilckens, M.D., shares SLAP tear prevention tips for baseball and softball players, their parents and coaches.

10/01/2026

Center co-director Judy Huang says the team is developing new ways of managing TN and expanding treatment options for patients, who have sometimes lived for many years with debilitating pain.

Johns Hopkins Leads the Way on Trigeminal Neuralgia Research Judy Huang and her colleagues are helping to find the best treatment for each patient as they move the field forward. Johns Hopkins is on the forefront of trigeminal neuralgia research. Pictured: the trigeminal nerve. By Marc Shapiro on 09...

10/01/2026

Yes, adding baked, pan-seared, steamed, air-fried or grilled fish to your meal provides you with lots of nutrition benefits. There are many health benefits from eating fish at least twice a week, including decreasing heart disease and inflammation, slowing down cognitive decline in older adults, and protecting vision. Fish is easy to prepare, and can be added to your diet in many ways.

A dietitian reviews the nutritional benefits of eating fish and how to get more fish into your diet.

10/01/2026

As September comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to recognize nurses who make a difference here every day.

This month, we celebrated Clinical Nurse Specialist Week, Vascular Nurses Week, Neonatal Nurses Week and Nursing Professional Development Week, recognizing the expertise, compassion and dedication nurses bring to the patients and families they serve.

“Being a NICU nurse is the most rewarding career. Over the past seven years here at JHHCMC, I have learned more than I ever could have imagined and have had the privilege of caring for some of the smallest and most resilient patients,” says Bailee Thomas, NICU clinical education specialist.

"I'm proud to advocate for the best vascular access for each patient and to be part of the team at JHHCMC that makes a difference every day," added Joohee Kang, IV therapy/vascular access team nurse lead.

Thank you to all our nurses for the skill and heart you bring to your work every day. 💙

09/30/2026

Research shows that human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted infection, can cause cervical cancer. While scary, gynecologist Dr. Connie Trimble debunks common myths about the disease and cancer risk.

The virus is the most common sexually transmitted infection, with more than 6 million Americans infected each year.

09/30/2026

Good gut health starts with everyday habits like eating more fiber, getting quality sleep, staying active, managing stress and supporting your mental well-being. Learn more:

A Johns Hopkins digestive health expert discusses the ways your digestive system changes with age and shares the best ways to guard gut health and prevent digestive discomfort.

09/29/2026

Obesity is a chronic health problem that can affect kids and teens as well as adults. Obesity in children can lead to health problems later, including high blood pressure, diabetes and even heart disease. The good news is that the condition can be prevented: Here’s what you should know.

Obesity is a chronic disease affecting an increasing number of children, teens and adults.

09/26/2026

Kevin Johnson, PCT, earned the Q2 2026 Starfish Award for demonstrating exceptional compassion and kindness in the Pediatric Emergency Department!

Consistently described as caring, patient and reassuring, Kevin was nominated by families for going above and beyond to support their children during difficult experiences. One family shared that Kevin engaged with their nonverbal son and brought him toys to ease his anxiety. Another recognized his calm presence and use of humor while caring for their daughter after a seizure.

Thank you, Kevin, for making a meaningful difference in the pediatric ED!

09/23/2026

Celebrating our Advanced Practice Providers this APP Week! 🩺💙

09/19/2026

September is Baby Safety Month. Help keep little ones safe by remembering the ABCs of safe sleep:

A – Alone: Baby sleeps alone in their own sleep space.
B – Back: Always place baby on their back to sleep.
C – Crib: Use a firm, flat sleep surface with a fitted sheet.

Every baby. Every sleep. Every time.

Keep soft items, blankets, pillows, bumper pads and toys out of baby's sleep space.

09/17/2026

Our Environmental Services (EVS) team plays a vital role in keeping our hospital clean, safe, and welcoming for every patient and staff member. 🧹✨ Join us in celebrating them this EVS Week 2026!

09/14/2026

In recognition of NICU Awareness Month, the Family Center Care team of volunteers and staff supporting our NICU have partnered with several local restaurants for giveback days throughout September. A portion of the proceeds from these dine-and-donate events will benefit our NICU babies, families and staff.

Please see the locations and dates for details on how to participate.