In the midst of a national debate over vaccination requirements, Maryland policy seems to straddle the line between those who advocate for parent choice and those who argue that immunizations should be mandatory as a matter of public health.

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County Executive Steve Shuh says heroin is affecting residents of all races, ages and income levels. He says "it's absolutely" everywhere and the problem will get even worse if it's not taken seriously.

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Appellant alleged breach of contract, breach of an implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, negligence, and other misconduct by Kernan Hospital, Inc., and others. Kernan successfully raised the defense of immunity under state and federal law.

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The state first contracted with Meritus after the Western Maryland Hospital Center's director resigned under pressure amid findings of deficient patient care.

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