by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Mar 18, 2025 | Press Releases
By Venessa Stacy, Coordinator of Special Programs Mtn. Lake Partners, a Community Planning Group sponsored by the Garrett County Health Department (GCHD), held a free Bingo event at the Mtn. Lake Park town hall on Saturday, February 22nd. “It was our group’s...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Mar 14, 2025 | Press Releases
On February 21st, the Garrett County Health Department’s Go!+ Harvest Hub Meal Box & Voucher program provided free food vouchers to families in need at the Grantsville Branch of the Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County. One hundred food vouchers were allocated to...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Mar 13, 2025 | Press Releases
By Shannon Sexton, Program Coordinator Garrett County is proud to join the nationwide effort to combat prescription drug misuse by participating in the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025. This annual event offers a safe,...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Mar 7, 2025 | Press Releases
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! This month is dedicated to raising awareness about colorectal cancer through the promotion of early detection and screening, as well as supporting research and treatment efforts. The purpose of this national health...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Mar 4, 2025 | Press Releases
The Garrett County Steps to Better Health Committee (STEPS) has announced Saturday, April 5th, as the date for the next Garrett County Health & Wellness Fair. The 2025 event will take place at the CARC (Community Aquatic & Recreation Complex) at Garrett...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Feb 12, 2025 | Press Releases
An invitation for the community to weigh in with their vision for the new Garrett County Food Bank and Resource Hub that is being established in Garrett County was held on January 24, 2025. Almost 50 people from local businesses, community organizations, agencies, and...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Feb 5, 2025 | Press Releases
Garrett County is taking a proactive approach to combat methamphetamine misuse, the leading drug concern in the area. With alarming effects on mental health and overall well-being, methamphetamine misuse has become a critical focus for prevention efforts spearheaded...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Feb 3, 2025 | Press Releases, Rabies
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE OF RELEASE: February 3, 2025 SUBJECT: Health Department Reports First Case of Lab-Confirmed Rabies for 2025 CONTACT PERSON: Bryce A. Manges, L.E.H.S. | TELEPHONE: 301-334-7760 Environmental Health Services of the Garrett County Health...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Jan 31, 2025 | Press Releases
Oakland, MD – Garrett County Health Department Home Health is proud to announce it was named a 2024 HHCAHPS Honor recipient by MatrixCare, a leading provider of RCM services, CAHPS surveys, and advanced analytics for home health and hospice organizations. This...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Jan 2, 2025 | Press Releases, Rabies
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE OF RELEASE: January 2, 2025 SUBJECT: Health Department Reports Seventh Case of Lab-Confirmed Rabies for 2024 CONTACT PERSON: Bryce A. Manges, L.E.H.S. | TELEPHONE: 301-334-7760 To wrap up the year, Environmental Health Services of the...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Dec 27, 2024 | Press Releases
Friendsville, MD – On December 21st, fifty families received bountiful Harvest Hub meal boxes at the Friendsville Volunteer Fire Department, helping to increase food and nutrition security during the holiday season. The Holiday Edition of the Harvest Hub Meal...
by John Corbin (BS, CPT, MCPT, CSNC) | Dec 26, 2024 | Press Releases
WIC is here for moms, dads, parents, grandparents, foster parents, aunts, uncles, and guardians of all kinds! WIC has so much to offer families, from healthy food and nutrition education to mental health referrals and breastfeeding support, WIC can help you take care...
