The Maryland Department of Health, in partnership with Montgomery County, launched a Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment for Minors program, offering Maryland’s first high-intensity inpatient treatment facility for youth under 21. (more…)
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On Tuesday, the Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a resolution led by Vice President Kate Stewart, reaffirming the county’s commitment to protecting reproductive rights and urging residents to support Maryland Ballot Question One, which seeks to codify abortion rights in the state.
Montgomery County Council Vice President Kate Stewart, along with County Executive Marc Elrich and other officials, will hold a press conference on Tuesday, Sept. 10, to reaffirm the County’s commitment to protecting reproductive rights, coinciding with a Council vote on a resolution supporting abortion rights and a Maryland constitutional amendment to safeguard reproductive freedom. (more…)
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The Maryland Department of Health has released the Maryland Action Plan to Prevent Suicide in Schools, a comprehensive guide aimed at equipping educators, administrators, students, parents, and mental health professionals with tools for suicide prevention. (more…)
The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in 2024 and is urging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites to reduce the risk of infection. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services’ Public Health Services, in partnership with the Maryland Living Center of Excellence, will offer a free Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) beginning beginning September 12. (more…)
DHHS to Hold Free Annual ‘Right from the Start’ Maternal Health Resource Fair on Saturday, August 10
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will host its annual “Right from the Start” maternal health resource fair from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10, at Holy Cross Hospital (1500 Forest Glen Rd) in Silver Spring. (more…)
According to the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, “Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat from 12 pm to 6 pm Sat, 8/3. Expect the heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses.” (more…)
According to the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, “Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat for Friday, 08/02 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Expect heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses.” (more…)
According to the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, “Montgomery County has activated a Hyperthermia Alert for extreme heat from 11 am to 8 pm Thurs, 8/1. Expect the heat index to be above 95º F. Stay hydrated. Take precautions to protect yourself & pets from heat-related illnesses.”