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Working together for a healthier tomorrow!Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Walktober Preview! – Community Events Scheduled Across Garrett County
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 6
Week 6: #DrugFreeFriday Tip: Life is better when you're in control. Stay drug-free and enjoy every moment to the fullest. Let's build a brighter future together! #52WeeksOfPrevention Need help? You're not alone. Call or text 988, or visit...
Health Department Reports Fifth Case of Lab-Confirmed Rabies for 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE OF RELEASE: August 22, 2024SUBJECT: Health Department Reports Fifth Case of Lab-Confirmed Rabies for 2024CONTACT PERSON: Bryce A. Manges, L.E.H.S. | TELEPHONE: 301-334-7760 Environmental Health Services of the Garrett County Health Department...
REMINDER: Free Tobacco Cessation Classes Scheduled in Garrett County for Fall 2024
By Chelsie Dever, MBA, Director of Health Education & Outreach The Garrett County Health Department has scheduled a tobacco treatment class to begin on September 5th. The class is one hour long, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and consists of four in-person group...
109 MILLION+ STEPS/ACTIVITY RECORDS! – Step/Activity Challenge Weekly Leaderboard – Week 96
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Harvest Hub Meal Box – Order Today, Pick-Up Aug 27th
Back-To-School Checklist
Contact your family provider today to ensure your child is fully vaccinated and ready for school. Make the call and check it off your list! Learn more about back-to-school requirements at https://health.maryland.gov/vaccines. Comuníquese con su médico de cabecera hoy...
Health Department Reports Fourth Case of Lab-Confirmed Rabies for 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE OF RELEASE: August 19, 2024SUBJECT: Health Department Reports Fourth Case of Lab-Confirmed Rabies for 2024CONTACT PERSON: Bryce A. Manges, L.E.H.S. | TELEPHONE: 301-334-7760 Environmental Health Services of the Garrett County Health...
Free Naloxone Pick-Up Events Scheduled in Garrett County for Fall 2024
By Chelsie Dever, MBA, Director of Health Education & Outreach The Garrett County Health Department’s Overdose Response Program will be hosting two Naloxone pick-up events where individuals can obtain the medication Naloxone and learn how to administer it. On...
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 5
Week 5: #DrugFreeFriday Tip: ✨ Life is about the choices we make. Choose to live drug-free and open the door to endless possibilities! Whether it’s achieving your dreams, building strong relationships, or just feeling your best every day, a drug-free life is a step...
REMINDER: Free Tobacco Cessation Classes Scheduled in Garrett County for Fall 2024
By Chelsie Dever, MBA, Director of Health Education & Outreach The Garrett County Health Department has scheduled a tobacco treatment class to begin on September 5th. The class is one hour long, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and consists of four in-person group...
Vaccinations Save Lives – Watch This Video w/ Maryland Department of Health Secretary Laura Herrera Scott
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2E8TGZqOUA&list=PL8iXJWFynuRg_iu1lezRs9aiZwn-unni6&index=3 Celebrate National Immunization Awareness Month by making sure your child has their required back-to-school vaccinations. Maryland Department of Health Secretary Laura...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Free Pickleball Clinic – Scheduled for September 7, 2024
Explore Rewarding School-Based Behavioral Health Jobs and Opportunities In Garrett County!
The Garrett County Center for Behavioral Health, a division of the Garrett County Health Department, is hiring clinicians! Our Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OHMC) provides individual, family, and group psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and adults...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: 108 MILLION+ STEPS/ACTIVITY RECORDS! – Step/Activity Challenge Weekly Leaderboard – Week 95
The Northern Garrett High School Boys Tennis Team Shares Their Thoughts on Vaping (VIDEO)
Not all kids vape. Not all kids believe that vaping is a cool thing to try. Check out what the Northern High Boys Tennis Team had to say about vaping. Throughout the first part of 2024, the Health Education & Outreach Unit of the Garrett County Health Department...
GCBHA Public Meeting Announced: Garrett County Mental Health Advisory Committee – August 2024
The August MHAC meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be held virtually. Join with Google MeetMeeting linkmeet.google.com/qno-zcqf-ejvJoin by phone (US) +1 316-746-4102PIN: 281367025 Agenda:...
New Jobs Posted/Reposted! – August 13, 2024
New job listings have been posted/reposted. See all current opportunities at: https://bit.ly/gchdjobs COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES I This full time contractual position will work with the immediate supervisor and assigned staff in Allegany and...
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Join The Crew For Pickleball This Week
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Join 1,400+ of Your Neighbors, Family, and Friends Who’ve Already Taken the 2025 Garrett County Community Survey!
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: Free Paddle This Week At Herrington Manor
Featured Today on Go! Garrett County: FREE Food This Week in Loch Lynn
52 Weeks of Prevention – Week 4
Week 4: #DrugFreeFriday Tip: Celebrate every small win on your journey to staying drug-free. Each step forward is progress. Reward yourself for making healthy choices. What’s a small win you’re celebrating today? Share with us! #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by the...
GCHD Red Cross Blood Drive Cancelled Today
The Red Cross Blood Drive scheduled for today, August 9, at the Garrett County Health Department is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for your willingness to donate.
September Low-Cost Rabies Clinics Scheduled Across Garrett County
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