LEONARDTOWN, MD (February 9, 2015) – Due to high seasonal groundwater levels, the St. Mary’s County Health Department will now begin wet season perc testing for lower terrace soil. Perc testing for … [Read more...]
Health Department Seeking Contractors to Educate on Hazards of Tobacco Use for Pregnant Women
LEONARDTOWN, MD (January 27, 2015) – The St. Mary’s County Health Department is seeking contractors to educate women who are pregnant, of childbearing age, and individuals in their households on the … [Read more...]
Health Department Offers Free HPV Vaccinations
LEONARDTOWN, MD (January 8, 2015) – In recognition of Cervical Health Awareness Month in January, the St. Mary’s County Health Department is offering free HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccinations to … [Read more...]
Health Department Seeking Contractors to Educate Local Youth on Health Risks of Nicotine and Tobacco Products
LEONARDTOWN, MD (December 8, 2014) – The St. Mary’s County Health Department is seeking contractors to educate local youth on the health risks of nicotine and tobacco products. Use of tobacco and … [Read more...]
Health Department Reissuing Proposal for Community First Choice Nurse Monitoring Services
LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 20, 2014) – The St. Mary’s County Health Department is reissuing a proposal from agencies to provide Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Monitoring services for clients in the … [Read more...]
Health Department Seeking Youth Access Law Educators for Tobacco Prevention
LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 13, 2014) – The St. Mary’s County Health Department is seeking proposals from community organizations to provide Youth Access Law training for local merchants. Maryland law … [Read more...]
Residents Advised to Vaccinate Against Flu Before Holiday Season
LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 10, 2014) – With the upcoming holidays, many residents have travel plans or will be hosting out-of-town visitors. The St. Mary’s County Health Department reminds residents … [Read more...]
Health Department Seeking Primary Care Providers for Million Hearts Collaborative
LEONARDTOWN, MD (October 30, 2014) - The St. Mary’s County Health Department is seeking local primary care practices to implement clinical quality improvement, including team-based care strategies for … [Read more...]
Advancing Local Preparedness for Ebola Virus
LEONARDTOWN, MD (October 21, 2014) - At this time, there are no suspect cases of Ebola Virus Disease in St. Mary’s County. While the risk of acquiring Ebola in St. Mary’s County remains extremely low, … [Read more...]
Health Department Seeking Proposals to Conduct an Opioid Misuse Prevention Needs Assessment
LEONARDTOWN, MD (February 20, 2015) – The St. Mary’s County Health Department is seeking proposals to develop and conduct a local health needs assessment on the topic of opioid misuse for St. Mary’s … [Read more...]