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Don’t Miss the Naloxone Community Pick-Up Events TODAY (May 6th, 2025)!
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Alisha Martin from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – Open Conversations
Face-to-face conversations can foster #mentalhealth development, enhance communication skills, and build confidence. 💪Talk to your children and teens about mental health. Need help getting started? https://samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/helping-your-child...
Important Notice About Used Car Seat Safety!
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7720 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7720. Shared by Deb House from the Early Care Unit at the Garrett County Health Department
Don’t Miss the Naloxone Community Pick-Up Events Tomorrow (May 6th, 2025)!
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Alisha Martin from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department
New Jobs Posted/Reposted! – May 5, 2025
New job listings have been posted/reposted. See all current opportunities at: https://bit.ly/gchdjobs A/D Professional Counselor Provisional This full time contractual position will be responsible for provision of individual and group counseling to substance use...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Share Your #MentalHealthMatters Story or Words of Encouragement Today!
See the person, not the disease. Garrett County STOPS the Stigma!
Millions of people are living with mental health illness and substance use disorders--which means the chances are pretty good that you will come into contact with someone who is struggling. Your words and actions could be having a negative harmful impact. Stigma is...
Garrett County Health Department Celebrates Milestone Achievements, Recognizing 30 Years of Dedicated Public Health Service
By Joshua Ward, HR Specialist Trainee "It's easy to find passion in a job when it smiles back at you,” said an anonymous responder in a recent Garrett County Health Department employee satisfaction survey. These words echo loudly as the Garrett County Health...
🌻 Spring Into Learning With Free Mental Health Trainings! #MentalHealthMatters
Virtual Events: May 2025 Recognizing and Supporting Adults With Late-Diagnosed AutismTuesday, May 6...
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 42
Week 42: One bad choice can change everything. Drugs don’t just hurt your health—they derail your goals, your relationships, and your future. Choose better. 💪#52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by Shannon Sexton from the Garrett County Health Department's Health Education...
NEWS RELEASE: Second 2025 Rabies Case / Additional Incident / Rabies Vaccination Clinics
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE OF RELEASE: May 1, 2025 SUBJECT: Second 2025 Rabies Case / Additional Incident / Rabies Vaccination Clinics CONTACT PERSON: Bryce A. Manges, L.E.H.S. | TELEPHONE: 301-334-7760 The Environmental Health Services Unit of the...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
TODAY (5/1)! – Let’s Start Walking – Loch Lynn Walking Group Now Available!
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Katie Lucas from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department
TODAY! (5/1) – Dementia Live® In Kitzmiller
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción. Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.Shared By Katie Lucas From GCHD’s Health Education & Outreach Unit
TOMORROW! (5/1) – Dementia Live® In Kitzmiller
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción. Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.Shared By Katie Lucas From GCHD’s Health Education & Outreach Unit
Garrett County Overdose Prevention Team Meeting Scheduled for May 12, 2025
Garrett County Overdose Prevention TeamMonday, May 12 · 9:00 a.m. – Virtual Only Google Meet: (Alternative Methods Provided via Agenda)https://meet.google.com/maa-dmqz-aqa Meeting...
Upcoming Event This Week! (5/1) – Dementia Live® In Kitzmiller
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción. Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730.Shared By Katie Lucas From GCHD’s Health Education & Outreach Unit
Save a Life
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Alisha Martin from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 41
Week 41: Childhood experiences shape futures. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can increase the risk of teen drug misuse. By providing support, stability, and understanding, we can help break the cycle and foster resilience. 🌱 #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by...
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month #6
According to the National Safety Council, thousands of people are killed every year as a result of distracted driving. Even more are seriously injured! Remember: If it takes your eyes off the road, your hands off the wheel, or your mind off of driving, it's a...
Virtual Quit Now Classes Start TODAY (4/24)!
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Alisha Martin from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department
Kitzmiller Prescription Drug Take Back Event – Happening TODAY (4/24)!
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,...
TODAY (4/24)! – Let’s Start Walking – Loch Lynn Walking Group Now Available!
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Katie Lucas from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month #5
According to the National Safety Council, thousands of people are killed every year as a result of distracted driving. Even more are seriously injured! Remember: If it takes your eyes off the road, your hands off the wheel, or your mind off of driving, it's a...
Learn More About the FREE Upcoming Garrett County Rec Fair (Recreation Fair)!
Find your type of adventure at the Rec Fair!Deep Creek Lake State Park | June 21st from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors will have displays showcasing recreation opportunities from the region and other available resources. Demonstrations, guided activities, no-cost biking,...
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