Eustachian tube dysfunction is a disorder in which passageways in the ears are plugged up and cause uncomfortable symptoms. Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free recommends an eustachian tube balloon dilation procedure if the condition becomes serious.
On April 17, 2024, the Maryland Senate faced criticism for failing to pass a bill that would have expanded automatic voter registration policies to include the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS), thus guaranteeing access to voter registration and the ballot for justice-impacted residents."Maryland had an opportunity to prioritize access to voter registration for those impacted by the criminal legal system, but let politics get in the way," expressed Joanne Antoine, executive director of Common Cause Maryland.Keshia Morris Desir, justice and...
Apr 16, 2024Last week, the Maryland House of Delegates faced criticism for failing to pass a bill that would have empowered voters in the state. Instead, the decision to maintain a process where political insiders hold more sway than the electorate has sparked disappointment and frustration among advocacy groups."We’re extremely disappointed that the House let voters down yet again,” expressed Joanne Antoine, executive director of Common Cause Maryland, reflecting a sentiment shared by many who had hoped for a more democratic approach to filling legislative vacancies....
Capitol Breathe Free, an ear, nose and throat clinic located at 13580 Groupe Drive in Suite 404, announced its support for the C4 Foundation, an organization that supports Navy SEALs and their families.
In a significant development, Gov. Wes Moore of Maryland signed the Protecting Election Officials Act of 2024 into law yesterday. This legislation, which received bipartisan support in both chambers of the Assembly, introduces a new misdemeanor charge for individuals who threaten election officials or their families.Joanne Antoine, the executive director of Common Cause Maryland, expressed her support for the new law by stating, "Our election workers deserve this victory. Here in Maryland, we don’t just talk about the importance of democracy — we defend it, along with all...
The third quarter of 2023 brought in $2.5 billion in individual income tax revenue for Maryland, a 17.7% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
There were 1,912 VA home purchases in Maryland in the fourth quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2023, totaling $928.8 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
There were 1,912 VA home purchase loans issued in Maryland in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023 totaling $928.8 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Chronic sinusitis can affect people in many ways, including loss of smell and taste, according to ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists. According to Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free, seeing an ENT specialist can help with these kinds of problems.
The week of March 10-16 is Sleep Awareness Week, and ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists would like to remind patients how sinus issues can affect sleep patterns. According to Dr. Manish Khanna of Capitol Breathe Free, sinusitis can severely impact sleep quality and quality of life.
State Attorney General Anthony Brown (D-Maryland) sent a letter to U.S. Congressional leadership this week saying Congress should “act to ensure fulsome regulation of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).