Looking for ways to get active and explore the parks in Worcester County? Join the Worcester County Health Department for seven Just Walk Fun Walks in 2022-2023. The next round of free walking events begins in October and continues through the Spring of 2023.
Snow Hill, MD-The Worcester County Health Department (WCHD) is requesting proposals to address tobacco control and enforcement as a result of receiving Cigarette Restitution Funds through the State of Maryland. Community-based organizations, churches, private entities, non-profits, and workplaces are encouraged to apply. Organizations can request up to $2000, and awards will depend on the number and quality of applications received.
Snow Hill, MD- Do you need help quitting smoking or vaping? If so, the Worcester County Health Department is here to help! The health department is committed to preventing tobacco, and nicotine product use among youth and offering quit resources. The Worcester County Health Department is offering a Youth Tobacco Cessation Program, scheduled to begin in October. The program is designed for youth ages 14-17.
Snow Hill, MD- Bivalent COVID-19 vaccine boosters are now available through the Worcester County Health Department. The bivalent booster shot adds Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 spike protein components to the current vaccine in order to target newer, more transmissible variants. This updated shot from Pfizer is for individuals age 12 years and older and from Moderna for individuals age 18 years and older. Individuals are eligible for the Bivalent booster formula two months after their last dose whether the completion of the primary series or booster.
Snow Hill, MD- There are many reasons to stay healthy, including your family, job, and favorite hobbies. If you have prediabetes, you can make healthy changes and prevent type 2 diabetes from developing in the future. In Worcester County Health Department’s Lifestyle Balance Diabetes Prevention Program, a trained coach will help you and a group of people like you learn how to lose weight, become more physically active, and reduce stress.
