LEONARDTOWN, MD (August 21, 2023) - Due to a nationwide increase in the trafficking of fentanyl mixed with a powerful non-opioid animal sedative, xylazine – a deadly combination commonly known as … [Read more...]
St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and Health Department Alert Public to Danger of Xylazine
Joint Press Release:St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s OfficeSt. Mary’s County Health Department LEONARDTOWN, MD (April 10, 2023) - The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is warning the public of a sharp … [Read more...]
International Overdose Awareness Day
Time to Remember. Time to Act. Joint News Release:St. Mary's County Health Department Beacon of Hope Recovery Community Center of Walden LEONARDTOWN, MD (August 24, 2021) - Everyday, we … [Read more...]
Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury to the brain caused by external force, like a fall. Did you know? People with traumatic brain injuries are at much higher risk for opioid misuse and … [Read more...]
National Recovery Month
This year marks the 30th anniversary of National Recovery Month (Recovery Month). In 1999, Recovery Month was launched to spread the message that prevention works, treatment is effective, and people … [Read more...]