From the Harford County Health Department: On July 17, 2014, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued a news release indicating that it has begun tracking West Nile virus (WNV) and other diseases such as chikungunya and dengue viruses transmitted by mosquitoes for the 2014 season. The Harford County Health Department cautions the […]
Harford County Reports First Heat-Related Death of 2014
From the Harford County Health Department: As summer officially begins, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene announced the first heat-related death of 2014 in Harford County. The report also indicated that 129 Marylanders have succumbed to heat illnesses over the past four summers. Harford County Health Officer Susan Kelly comments on the seriousness […]
Harford County Health Department Offers No-Cost HIV Testing in Observance of 2014 National HIV Testing Day
From the Harford County Health Department: In observance of the 2014 National HIV Testing Day, the Harford County Health Department will offer anonymous, no-cost HIV testing on a “walk-in” basis on Friday, June 27, 2014, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 pm at the Health Services Division office located on the top floor […]
Harford County Public Schools Participates in Summer Food Service Program; List of Locations and Times Provided
From Harford County Public Schools: Harford County Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meals will be provided to all eligible children, free of charge. Children who are part of households that receive benefits through the Food Supplement Program or Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) are automatically eligible to receive free meals. […]
Harford County’s Fifth Annual Restaurant Week Kicks Off; Foodie Road Trips & Local Wine Also Promoted
From Harford County government: The Offices of Economic Development and Tourism have announced Harford County’s Fifth Annual Restaurant Week. The event will be held June 2 – 14, 2014. Restaurants in Harford County will offer prix fixe (price fixed) menus consisting of three course meals starting at $20.14 plus beverages, tax and gratuity. Limited service […]
Harford County Health Department To Distribute Potassium Iodide To Residents within Peach Bottom Power Plant Zone
From the Harford County Health Department: Members of the general public who live or work within 10 miles of Peach Bottom Power Plant can obtain free potassium iodide (KI) to keep in their home or place of business by attending the Community KI Distribution Day planned by the Harford County Health Department (HCHD). The event […]
Harford County Health Department Announces Program To Help Prevent Overdose Deaths
From the Harford County Health Department: The Harford County Health Department’s Addiction Services Division announces a new initiative designed to provide community education, promote access to prescription Naloxone and facilitate overdose prevention, early identification and treatment. Under the leadership and supervision of Addictions Services Medical Director, Dr. Julie Stancliff, D.O. and Director of Addictions Services, […]
Red Pump Elementary School Launches Award-Winning Wellness Program for Girls in Grades K through 5
From Harford County Public Schools: Girls Run the Nation™ Promotes High Self-Esteem and Positive Thinking Among Post-Millennials; Celebrates Inaugural Program with ‘Girls Wellness Night’ on Thursday, May 22 Red Pump Elementary School recently launched its new award-winning Girls Run the Nation™ wellness program to inspire girls aged 5-10 to build high self-esteem and embrace a […]
