8legs: University of maryland medical system

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Maryland hospitals remain functional as icy conditions persist

Hospitals across Maryland remained operational and implemented preparedness plans to protect staff and patients.
UMMS security teams transported staff to and from their homes to ensure care continuity.
MedStar Union Hospital worked with Uber Health to help patients and staff get home or to facilities.
Hospitals maintained large numbers of sleeping arrangements to support staff during the storm.
MedStar reported 150 to 200 sleeping arrangements for staff at their facilities.
EMERGENCY departments remained open and functional despite closures of some clinics.
UMMS opened a logistics center in Sparrows Point to secure inventory and supplies.
Hospitals relied on local teams and backup infrastructure to maintain care.
Hospital leaders credited staff dedication as critical to sustaining care during the weather.
Statewide response included keeping large shelter and staff support operations in place.

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