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One case of measles confirmed in Maryland resident with recent international travel

Posted on February 2, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Health officials have announced a positive case of measles in a Montgomery County resident who recently traveled internationally. The Maryland Department of Heath says anyone who visited the following locations during any of the following hours may have been exposed: Washington Dulles International Airport International Terminal January 27th 6:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Claridge House at 2445 Lyttonsville Rd, […]

Maryland Department of Health announces nearly $278,500 in grants to expand CenteringPregnancy sites

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Tuesday recognized Maternal Health Awareness Day with an announcement of nearly $278,500 in new grant money to expand CenteringPregnancy sites. The two-year $278,478 grant awarded to the Centering Healthcare Institute will expand to seven the number of CenteringPregnancy sites offering comprehensive prenatal care. The funding period will run through June 30, 2026. “Expanding […]

Governor Moore signs executive order creating Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this month signed an executive order establishing Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response within the Maryland Department of Health. The office will coordinate and promote efforts across state agencies to address the overdose crisis in Maryland. The governor was joined by Lt. Governor Aruna Miller; Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy Dr. […]

Maryland Department of Labor launches Recovery Friendly Workplace pilot, participates in National Governors Association Policy Academy for Overdose Prevention

Posted on December 13, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor this week announced the launch of a Recovery Friendly Workplace pilot funded by the Maryland Department of Health’s Behavioral Health Administration. Through September 2024, over $438,000 in federal funding will help Maryland Department of Labor support employers in cultivating a workplace environment that is inclusive of individuals who identify as being in recovery from […]

Baltimore County man is Maryland’s first cold-related illness death of the 2023-2024 winter weather season

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Wednesday reported the first cold-related illness death in Maryland for the 2023-2024 winter weather season. The deceased individual is an adult male in the 70-80 age range. The death occurred in Baltimore County. To prevent the onset of cold-related illness, including frostbite, Marylanders should avoid exposure to cold weather, both by limiting time […]

Maryland Department of Health launches community survey to understand health needs in the state

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health this week announced the launch of the Building a Healthier Maryland community input survey to identify the critical health needs of residents and their communities. The Department will use the survey results to address the most important health priorities in Maryland over the next few years. “We want all Marylanders to make their voices […]

Maryland Department of Health announces new $2.4M grant to support service members, veterans

Posted on October 24, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health this week announced a new funding opportunity for Maryland nonprofits to establish and expand community behavioral health programs for service members, veterans and family members. Selected applicants will be eligible to receive approximately $100,000 through the Sheila E. Hixson Behavioral Health Services Matching Grant Program for Service Members and Veterans. “Expanding behavioral health services […]

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Maryland Department of Health receives $2.5M grant to address Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

Baltimore, MD—The Maryland Department of Health has been awarded a five-year, $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to expand Alzheimer’s and related dementias prevention and care programs in the state. The grant period is from September 30, 2023 to September 29, 2028. Maryland is one of 43 states, cities, and territories to receive funding […]

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