Howard County Health Department

Howard County Health Department We promote, preserve, and protect the health of all who live, visit, and work in Howard County.

Please call 410-313-6300 or visit hchealth.org for program details or to schedule an appointment. You'll find our social media comment policy here: bit.ly/HoCoSocial

We are closed today, September 7, for the Labor Day holiday. If you experience a medical emergency, please dial 9-1-1. I...
09/07/2026

We are closed today, September 7, for the Labor Day holiday.

If you experience a medical emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
If you experience a mental health emergency, please dial 9-8-8.
To reach us with non-urgent matters, email [email protected].

Want to make a difference in your community? 🤝Join the Medical Reserve Corps and help support your neighbors during medi...
09/06/2026

Want to make a difference in your community? 🤝

Join the Medical Reserve Corps and help support your neighbors during medical and public health emergencies. No medical background? That's okay. We provide the training. Learn how you can get involved: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/health/internships-volunteering

The cooler weather means one thing—it's soup season! Warm up with meals that are both delicious and nutritious. Add your...
09/06/2026

The cooler weather means one thing—it's soup season!

Warm up with meals that are both delicious and nutritious. Add your favorite:
Vegetables
Lean protein
Beans and
Leafy greens for a healthy, filling meal

Learn more healthy eating tips: https://www.hclhic.org/healthy/eating

Staying active doesn't have to mean going to the gym or heading outdoors. As the weather cools, remember that you can:Jo...
09/05/2026

Staying active doesn't have to mean going to the gym or heading outdoors. As the weather cools, remember that you can:

Join an online exercise class
Walk indoors
Take the stairs

Any movement is good movement. Keep moving, HoCo! https://www.hclhic.org/healthy/physical-activity

Flu season is coming. Are you ready? Getting your flu vaccine is one of the best ways to protect yourself and the people...
09/04/2026

Flu season is coming. Are you ready?

Getting your flu vaccine is one of the best ways to protect yourself and the people around you. Don't wait until you're sick. Schedule your flu shot and stay one step ahead this season.

Learn more: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/health/immunizations

Car crashes can happen, but using the right car seat and installing it correctly can help keep your child safer. Howard ...
09/03/2026

Car crashes can happen, but using the right car seat and installing it correctly can help keep your child safer. Howard County offers car seat checks to help you:

Find the best seat for your child
Make sure your child is buckled in correctly
Adjust the seat as your child grows
Feel comfortable installing the seat yourself

Learn more and find a car seat check: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/fire-and-rescue-services/car-seat-checkup

We are closed Monday, September 7, for the Labor Day holiday. ⁠⁠If you experience a medical emergency, please dial 9-1-1...
09/03/2026

We are closed Monday, September 7, for the Labor Day holiday. ⁠
⁠
If you experience a medical emergency, please dial 9-1-1. ⁠
If you experience a mental health emergency, please dial 9-8-8. ⁠
To reach us with non-urgent matters, email [email protected].

Recovery looks different for everyone, but finding support, learning new ways to cope, and taking steps toward a healthi...
09/02/2026

Recovery looks different for everyone, but finding support, learning new ways to cope, and taking steps toward a healthier life shouldn’t be done alone. This national recovery month, learn about the resources Howard County has that can help. https://www.howardcountymd.gov/health/behavioral-health

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