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Working together for a healthier tomorrow!Spot a Stroke F.A.S.T.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3EwT-t-Sn4 Spot a Stroke F.A.S.T. PDF Printable Infographic: https://garretthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAST-Infographic.pdf Shared by the Garrett County Health Department's Office of Emergency Preparedness
Celebrate the First Day of Spring w/ Garrett County WIC!
It’s the first day of spring! 🌼 Once the snow melts and the temperatures rise, enjoy the nicer weather this season by taking a walk or going to the park as a family. Don’t forget the snacks! Sliced apples and peanut butter are a great on-the-go, WIC-approved snack....
Free Quit Now Classes Scheduled in Garrett County
By Chelsie Dever, Overdose Response Program Coordinator/Tobacco Treatment Specialist The Garrett County Health Department has scheduled a tobacco treatment class to begin on April 3rd. The class is one hour long from 5:30-6:30pm and consists of a series of four in-...
Public Review of Survey Instrument: Garrett County & Surrounding Areas Community Health Assessment (2025-2027)
We invite Garrett County stakeholders to review the Garrett County & Surrounding Areas Community Health Assessment (2025-2027) survey instrument. This serves to ensure equitable practices and gives the community an opportunity to request additional issues/concerns...
Healthy Living For Your Brain & Body Event Scheduled
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.
You Are Not Alone – Help is Here – Call Or Text 988
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gj5hPBhtris Want to learn more about 988? Explore https://health.maryland.gov/bha/Pages/988md.aspx for additional information. Looking for resources to share?New resources for community members, agencies, and organizations are also...
GCLMB Public Meeting Announced: March Local Management Board Meeting (3/21)
This meeting is open to the public. This meeting will be recorded and transcribed for minute purposes.The next Garrett County Local Management Board March meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 2:00 pm. It will be a hybrid meeting; in person attendance...
GCBHA Public Meeting Announced: Behavioral Health Education Task Force (3/21)
This meeting is open to the public. This meeting will be recorded and transcribed for minute purposes.The Behavioral Health Education Task Force March meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 9:00 am. The meeting will be virtual only via google meet. ...
Explore Take Back Opportunities at the Garrett County Health Fair and Beyond!
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Let’s Celebrate National Nutrition Month With WIC!
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!
The Garrett County Health Department Cancer Prevention, Education, Screening, and Treatment Program encourages awareness for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Contact Autumn Friend, BSN, from the Personal Health Department at 301-334-7770 to inquire about financial...
Property Transfer Inspector Course Scheduled – MOWPA
By Garrett County Health Department's Environmental Health Services Unit Effective July 1, 2022, Property Transfer Inspectors must be licensed by the Maryland Department of the Environment. This requirement can be found in the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR)...
FREE Quit Now Classes Scheduled for April 2024
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.
WIC Celebrates National Nutrition Month!
This National Nutrition Month, we invite you to learn about creating long-lasting healthy eating habits for your family. WIC offers greatresources, including access to qualified nutritionists and healthy food packages to help you get started. Visit...
The Garrett County Health Department Celebrates Garrett County’s Social Workers For Social Work Month In March!
This March, the Garrett County Health Department is proud to celebrate our social workers and all of the social workers across Garrett County working to make Garrett County a healthier place to live, work, and play! March is recognized as Social Work Month, and the...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: 82 MILLION+ STEPS/ACTIVITY RECORDS! – Step/Activity Challenge Weekly Leaderboard – Week 73
Reminder – Grantsville Community Event Scheduled
Click here to register for this event! Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.
Save the Date! – Trauma-Informed Care Summit
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
Safeguard Your Medications to Protect Everyone
By the Garrett County Health Department The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is coordinating another National Drug Take-Back Initiative across the United States on Saturday, April 27, 2024. In addition to the three permanent take back locations, Garrett County is...
GCBHA Public Meeting Announced: Garrett County Mental Health Advisory Committee – March 2024
This meeting is open to the public. The meeting will be recorded and transcribed for minute purposes. The MHAC March meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 9:30 am. It will be a virtual meeting via Google Meet.When: Tuesday Mar 19, 2024 ⋅ 9:30am –...
The Maryland Department Of Health And Baltimore Ravens Team Up To Tackle Stigma
Don’t let the stigma of addiction keep you from reaching out. Call or text 988. Learn more: https://stopoverdose.maryland.gov/stigma/ Explore local resources for help at GarrettGuide.org by the Garrett County Local Management Board or through the Garrett County...
WESTERN MARYLAND SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CENTER PARTNERSHIP (WMSBHCP) PLANNING CONSULTANT INVITATION FOR BIDS NOW AVAILABLE
Overdose Prevention Team Meeting Scheduled for March 11, 2024
An Overdose Prevention Team meeting is currently scheduled for March 11, 2024, at 9:00 am. This meeting is virtual only: Google Meet joining info:Video call link: https://meet.google.com/bam-nqxi-igqOr dial: (US) +1 224-585-8713 PIN: 368 744 547# AGENDA: - Call to...
Kendra McLaughlin Chosen as Health Department Employee of the Quarter
Kendra McLaughlin, MPH has been selected as Employee of the Quarter at the Garrett County Health Department! Kendra is the Director of the Garrett County Health Department's Health Education and Outreach Unit and was nominated because of her years of dedication to...
New Jobs Posted/Reposted! – March 8, 2024
New job listings have been posted/reposted. See all current opportunities at: https://bit.ly/gchdjobs OFFICE CLERK ASSISTANTThe main purpose of this part-time contractual position will be to serve as a receptionist for the Behavioral Health Clinic. This position...
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