Here are this week’s top five most-clicked stories from MHA’s News Roundup newsletter.
PowerShift 2026: Dr. Paari Gopalakrishnan, GBMC HealthCare
Baltimore Business Journal, by Jessica Iannetta
The new leader at GBMC HealthCare says he draws leadership inspiration from a legendary basketball coach, an entertainment visionary, and a groundbreaking corporate executive.
Here’s How to Combat Seasonal Depression During Cold Winter Months
WJZ-TV, by Janay Rice
With winter weather and reduced daylight, experts are urging people to pay attention to changes in mood and energy that could signal seasonal depression. Dr. Michael Young, medical director of The Retreat by Sheppard Pratt, explains that disruption of routines, limited sunlight, and social isolation can contribute to worsened mood, and suggests strategies like getting natural light, maintaining regular sleep, eating well, and staying active to help manage symptoms.
GBMC Begins Renovation of Radiation Oncology Unit
The Daily Record
GBMC HealthCare recently commenced a multiphase renovation project of its radiation oncology unit, hoping to transform the existing 12,000-square-foot space thoroughly.
Woman’s Doctor: Study Shows COVID-19 Raises Risk of ‘Vascular Aging’ with Stiffer Arteries
WBAL-TV, by Lacee Griffith
When most people think about COVID-19, they picture breathing problems and lung issues. According to Dr. Javaneh Jabbari, a vascular surgeon at The Vascular Center at Mercy Medical Center, what’s often overlooked is that the virus can also affect the heart and blood vessels, sometimes long after the initial illness has passed.
Snow Days Pile Up: Parent Warns Missed Week Could Mean Two Weeks to Catch up
WBFF-TV, by Jeff Abell
Dr. Tanya Nichols, a pediatric psychologist at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, said students are likely to recover quickly, noting that children tend to be resilient and can adapt to short disruptions like a week away from school or a temporary shift to virtual learning.
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