Resources
Local health data, emergency preparedness, and community supports
The following public health resources are available for residents of St. Mary's County. The purpose of data collection and reporting is to help policy-makers, educators, community members, and program planners identify priority issues and measure progress in the health of its residents. This includes planning for and responding to public health and medical emergencies, including potential or actual incidents requiring a coordinated response.
Local Health Data
One of the primary roles of public health is to systematically collect, analyze, report, and disseminate information about the health of the County’s population. This encourages collaboration among community partners to support health improvement intervention and policy. The broad purpose of data collection and reporting is to help policy-makers, educators, community members, and program planners identify priority issues and measure progress in the health of its residents.
Emergency Preparedness
How public health needs are addressed in the community’s preparation for and response to emergencies and disasters
Community Supports
St. Mary’s County Health Department offers a medical transportation service for county residents with Medical Assistance (Medicaid) who meet transportation eligibility requirements. In addition, programs are available for older adults and people with disabilities who are at risk of being placed in an institutional setting. Finally, the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program provides healthy supplemental foods and nutrition counseling for pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under age 5.
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General Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Vital Records Processing Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Environmental Health Hours:
Mon & Thurs: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tues, Wed, & Fri: 7:00 am – 4:30 pm
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