Frigid temperatures bring with them serious health concerns such as hypothermia and frostbite, especially in young children, older adults, and those who work outdoors. Temperatures are expected to drop to the frigid single digits next week, bringing with them serious...

Week 27: Real Strength is Knowing Your Limits 💯 Opioids aren't a quick fix - your health is a journey, not a destination. Choose wisely! #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by Shannon Sexton from the Garrett County Health Department's Health Education & Outreach Unit

The January MHAC meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be held virtually via Google Meet.  Join with Google Meet:https://meet.google.com/aen-jkth-xue?hs=224 Join by phone:(US) +1 318-228-1996PIN: 696206052...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7777 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7777. Shared by Garrett County Medical Deputy Health Officer, Jennifer Corder, M.D., and Director of Early Care Programs, Maria Friend, RN,...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7777 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7777. Shared by Garrett County Medical Deputy Health Officer, Jennifer Corder, M.D., and Director of Early Care Programs, Maria Friend, RN,...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7777 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7777. Shared by Garrett County Medical Deputy Health Officer, Jennifer Corder, M.D., and Director of Early Care Programs, Maria Friend, RN,...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7777 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7777. Shared by Garrett County Medical Deputy Health Officer, Jennifer Corder, M.D., and Director of Early Care Programs, Maria Friend, RN,...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7440 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7440. Shared by the Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority and Garrett County Local Management Board

You don’t have to wait until you have your baby to apply for WIC—you can enroll as soon as you know you’re pregnant! 🤰🏻🤰🏽🤰🏿 Whether you’re expecting, have a baby, or have little ones under age 5, WIC is here for YOU! We offer prenatal nutrition, healthcare referrals,...

The public, local businesses, community organizations, and agencies are invited to attend the first public meeting and visioning session for the Garrett County Food Bank. Garrett County Food Bank Meeting: Public Comment & Share Your Vision!January 24th, 2025, at...

The January Behavioral Health Education Task Force meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. It will be a virtual meeting via Google Meet. Agenda:https://garretthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/BH-Ed-Task-Force-01-16-2025-1.pdf

New job listings have been posted/reposted. See all current opportunities at: https://bit.ly/gchdjobs Special RecruitmentSpecimen Collector I(Please note that this is a third-party recruitment through Aegis, and not an MDH or local...

Think fast! How many smoke detectors are installed in your home? Is there one on every floor of the home? In every room? None at all? Smoke detectors play a vital and life-saving role in the event of a house fire. Cost is often minimal and some fire departments offer...

If you moved to the United States, you can still get help from WIC! Signing up for WIC won’t affect your immigration status or ability to become a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. If you are recently pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for a child under 5—you can...

In the event of a house fire, there's no time for a family to sit down and plan an escape safely. To be better prepared, have your family meeting now, before the emergency ever takes place. Discuss what steps to take and a safe place to meet outside. Periodic fire...

Week 26: Wellness Over Everything 🌟 Prescription medications are powerful tools, not recreational toys. Stay smart, stay safe! #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by Shannon Sexton from the Garrett County Health Department's Health Education & Outreach Unit

According to the National Safety Council, a home structure fire is reported every 95 seconds in the United States. Don't let your home be a statistic! Review these tips and guidelines for ensuring that you're doing all you can to prevent fires in the home. For...

Recordings of recent Garrett County Child & Adolescent Wellness Workgroup meetings are now available at https://garretthealth.org/garrett-county-child-adolescent-wellness-workgroup/. About the Garrett County Child & Adolescent Wellness WorkgroupThe Garrett...

Childbirth Classes: More information: https://garretthealth.org/childbirth-classes/ Lactation Consultant / Breastfeeding Classes More information: https://garretthealth.org/lactation-consultant-services-breastfeeding-classes/ Additional programming announcements are...

As parents, children look to us to teach them some of life's most important lessons. Be sure that fire safety is included in your lesson plans. For questions on this or other safety information, reach out to Child Injury Prevention through Early Care Programs at the...

If you are a current participant of Maryland WIC, in this portal, you will be able to: Use the same login for the Maryland WIC App to sign into the Client Portal.- Schedule your next appointments- Manage your appointments- Sign documents for your appointment- Upload...