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Meet the Staff: Cheryl Scheffel
Where did you go to high school/college? I attended Glen Burnie High School. After high school, I took two years of undergraduate courses at Anne Arundel Community College. I then attended Union Memorial School of Nursing in Baltimore for three years. Additional...
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 2
Week 2: Addiction is a complex disease that affects brain function and behavior. It's not just a lack of willpower or a moral failing. Understanding addiction can lead to more effective prevention and support. Share this post to spread awareness! #52WeeksOfPrevention
WIC – Nutrient of the Month: Potassium
Potassium is a vital mineral and electrolyte that your body needs to maintain normal blood pressure, transport nutrients into your cells, and support healthy nerve and muscle function! 💪 A variety of WIC-eligible foods are high in potassium including—but not limited...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: 104 MILLION+ STEPS/ACTIVITY RECORDS! – Step/Activity Challenge Weekly Leaderboard – Week 92
INVITATION FOR BIDS – MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TRANSPORTATION FOR QUALIFIED GARRETT COUNTY PARTICIPANTS-NON EMERGENCY AMBULANCE SERVICES
INVITATION FOR BIDSGARRETT COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TRANSPORTATION FOR QUALIFIED GARRETT COUNTY PARTICIPANTS-NON EMERGENCY AMBULANCE SERVICES IFB #24-0812A The Garrett County Health Department will accept sealed Bids from qualified Bidders to...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Join 1,100+ of Your Neighbors, Family, and Friends Who’ve Already Taken the 2025 Garrett County Community Survey!
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Go! Fitness Challenge: It’s Time To Submit Your Steps/Activity For Last Week! (7/15-7/21)
MDH: Maryland Department of Health launches new overdose data dashboard
Community Event: Mountain Maryland Medical Mission
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Blood Drive Scheduled for August 9th at the Garrett County Health Department (Oakland)
Click here to register! Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Harvest Hub Box Number #1 Was A Huge Success!
Meet Community Health Outreach Worker Katie Lucas
By Venessa Stacy, Coordinator of Special Programs The Community Health Outreach Workers in Health Education and Outreach at the Garrett County Health Department promote health messages throughout the county to encourage wellness and the prevention of risky behaviors...
WIC – National Picnic Month
Sunny summer afternoons and cool summer evenings are the perfect time to grab some nutritious water-rich fruits and veggies like watermelon, cucumbers, and peaches and have a little family picnic! 🧺 ☀️ This National Picnic Month, grab (or make!) your family’s favorite...
How to Stay Sun Safe This Summer
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52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 1
Week 1: Let's launch our #DrugFreeFriday by embarking on a year-long journey to educate ourselves about drug prevention. Over the next 52 weeks, we'll uncover essential facts to keep you informed and empowered to make wise choices. Knowledge is key to prevention!...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Let’s Go Garrett County!
Join 1,000+ of Your Neighbors, Family, and Friends Who’ve Already Taken the 2025 Garrett County Community Survey!
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: 103 MILLION+ STEPS/ACTIVITY RECORDS! – Step/Activity Challenge Weekly Leaderboard – Week 91
Community News: Overdose Awareness Day
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Community News: Walk for Recovery Event
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Community News: FREE Expungement Clinic
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Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Go! Fitness Challenge: It’s Time To Submit Your Steps/Activity For Last Week! (7/8-7/14)
Pet Heat Safety
Animals can die of heatstroke within 15 minutes, and cracking the car windows doesn’t help. NEVER leave your pets in parked vehicles. weather.gov/safety/heat-children-pets
What You Need to Know About Child Heatstroke
Pediatric vehicular heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related fatalities for children aged 14 and younger. Parked cars get hot, fast – and can be deadly. A child’s body temperature rises 3-5 times faster than an adult’s does, and even at...
Heat Wave Hits Garrett County 7/15/24 and 7/16/24
By Lori Peck, BS, MT, Public Health Emergency Planner Extreme heat poses a serious threat of heat-related illness to adults over 60, infants and children, those who are pregnant, those with chronic diseases, and individuals who work outdoors. Make sure to check in on...
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