While we know all too well that substance use disorder (SUD) devastates the lives of individuals, families, and communities … so does stigma. It causes shame, ruins careers and isolates individuals … [Read more...]
Naloxone Emergency Boxes Placed Throughout St. Mary’s County to Help Prevent Fatal Overdoses
LEONARDTOWN, MD (August 31, 2022) - International Overdose Awareness Day is observed annually on August 31st to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It also … [Read more...]
St. Mary’s County Health Department Operational Changes
Limited Appointment-Based Services Available LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 11, 2020) – Due to the significant rise in COVID-19 cases locally, the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) is … [Read more...]
Virtual Programs Announced for Overdose Response, Tobacco Cessation and Diabetes Prevention
LEONARDTOWN, MD (September 3, 2020) - The St. Mary’s County Health Department is pleased to announce that the Overdose Response Program, Tobacco Cessation Program and Diabetes Prevention Program will … [Read more...]
What is Harm Reduction?
Harm reduction is a way of preventing disease and promoting health that “meets people where they are”, rather than making judgments about where they should be in terms of their personal health and … [Read more...]