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Garrett County Health Department
Oakland (Main Office)
1025 Memorial Drive,
Oakland, Maryland 21550
Grantsville
(Contact Units for Availability)
28 Hershberger Ln,
Grantsville, Maryland 21536
Garrett County Interim
Health Officer
Jennifer Hare, CPA
Garrett County Medical Deputy Health Officer
Jennifer Corder, M.D.
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Go! Fitness Challenge: It’s Time To Submit Your Steps/Activity For Last Week! (11/11-11/17)
Winter Storm & Cold Weather Preparedness
From Garrett County OEM / 911 Communications: The first widespread snowfall of the season is expected for the Allegheny Mountains Thursday afternoon through Saturday evening. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect where snow accumulations >6" are possible. Continue to...
Reminder: Maryland Young Adult Survey on Alcohol Now Available (Win Up to $95!)
If you are between 18-25 years old and live in Maryland, take the survey by going to https://tinyurl.com/tkzpfvysWin up to $95 by completing a 10-minute survey about perceptions and use of alcohol! Shared by James Michaels from the Garrett County Health Department's...
Garrett County Health Department Offers Essential Food Safety Tips for Thanksgiving
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE OF RELEASE: November 19, 2024 SUBJECT: Garrett County Health Department Offers Essential Food Safety Tips for Thanksgiving CONTACT PERSON: Bryce A. Manges, L.E.H.S. | TELEPHONE: 301-334-7760 As families across Garrett County prepare to...
TOMORROW! (11/20) – Upcoming Community Event: Communicating Effectively
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción. Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.Shared by GCHD’s Health Education & Outreach Unit.
Community Flu Clinic Today – 11/18/2024 – GCHD (Oakland) – Monday, November 18, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Reminder! – Upcoming Community Event: Communicating Effectively
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción. Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.Shared by GCHD’s Health Education & Outreach Unit.
GCBHA Public Meeting Announced: Behavioral Health Education Task Force – November 2024
The November Behavioral Health Education Task Force meeting will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 9:00 am. It will be a virtual only meeting via Google Meet. Agenda:https://garretthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/BH-Ed-Task-Force-11-21-2024.pdf
GCLMB Public Meeting Announced: Local Management Board Meeting – November 2024
The November Local Management Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 2:00 pm. It will be a hybrid meeting via Google Meet and in person at the Garrett County Health Department conference rooms. Agenda:...
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 18
Week 18: 🎨 “Create your own masterpiece!” 🖼️ Life is a canvas—fill it with vibrant colors of passion, purpose, and positivity. What’s your passion project? Let's celebrate creativity and stay drug-free together! 🎨💫 #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by the Garrett County...
MDH: Maryland Department of Health launches new Cannabis Public Health data dashboard
GCBHA Public Meeting Announced: Garrett County Mental Health Advisory Committee – November 2024
The November MHAC meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 9:30 am. The meeting will be held virtually via Google Meet. Join with Google Meet:http://meet.google.com/ycr-gpzw-bby Join by phone:(US) +1 260-333-9648 PIN: 795 496 781 #...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Pumpkins & Pickleball!
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: 122 MILLION+ STEPS/ACTIVITY RECORDS! – Step/Activity Challenge Weekly Leaderboard – Week 108
Maryland Young Adult Survey on Alcohol Launches (Win Up to $95!)
If you are between 18-25 years old and live in Maryland, take the survey by going to https://tinyurl.com/tkzpfvysWin up to $95 by completing a 10-minute survey about perceptions and use of alcohol! Shared by James Michaels from the Garrett County Health Department's...
December Blood Drive Scheduled at the Garrett County Health Department’s Oakland Location
Friday, December 13, 202411:30 AM - 05:00 PM Garrett County Health Department1025 Memorial Drive, Oakland, MD 21550Room Name: Conference Room C Registration Link:https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=GarrettCoHealthDept
Featured Today on AddictionHappens.org: FREE Webinar – Prevention Science in Action: Supporting Families & Schools in Raising Healthy Kids
Refreshed Resource: Garrett County Respiratory Illness Dashboard
A refreshed Garrett County Respiratory Illness Dashboard is now available on the Garrett County Health Department's website at https://garretthealth.org/ri-dashboard/. This dashboard will be updated frequently to reflect the most recent information available. Garrett...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Go! Fitness Challenge: It’s Time To Submit Your Steps/Activity For Last Week! (11/4-11/10)
Oakland Rotary Christmas Project Applications Now Available
WIC has received the Oakland Rotary Christmas Project applications for both families and seniors! There is a limited time to complete an application. Applications for families must be returned by November 25th Applications for seniors must be returned by December 6th...
Upcoming Meeting Announced: Workgroup on Child and Adolescent Health
The Workgroup on Child and Adolescent Health's next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. This meeting will be held virtually. Connection information is posted below: Join with Google Meethttps://meet.google.com/tgs-qejm-uyd Phone...
Garrett County Harvest Hub Impact Report Now Available!
Community Flu Clinic Today – 11/08/2024 – GCHD (Grantsville) – Friday, November 8, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 17
Week 17: 🌍 “Be the change you want to see in the world!” 🌱✨ When you choose to stay drug-free, you inspire others to do the same. Share your story of triumph and let’s create a community of hope and positivity! #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by the Garrett County Health...
Reminder! – Upcoming Community Event: Communicating Effectively
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción. Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.Shared by GCHD’s Health Education & Outreach Unit.
What is Public Health?
Welcome to the Garrett County Health Department!
The Garrett County Health Department is the recognized Public Health agency in Garrett County, Maryland. We strive to provide the highest level of care and service to the citizens of Maryland's westernmost county. Join us in making Garrett County a healthier place to live, work, and play!Garrett County Interim Health Officer Jennifer Hare, CPA
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