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Washington County Health Department

Rohrersville Cat Positive for Rabies

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 18, 2025) – The Washington County Health Department has confirmed that a cat in the area of Violet Road in Rohrersville has […]

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Washington County Health Department

It’s Hot Out There – Know Where Water, Cooling and Refreshing Stations Are Located Locally

We are in the season of hot temperatures and increasing humidity. As heat indices rise, please keep the following information in mind: Locally, there are […]

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Washington County Health Department

Not Sure What Immunizations You’ve Had? Health Department Nurses Can Help!

MyIR – the immunization consumer access portal – is no longer available for Maryland residents to access vaccine records. Record requests can be made directly […]

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A Healthy Community For All

Washington County Health Department (WCHD) is part of the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), as well as an agency of Washington County government. The Washington County Commissioners serve as the official Board of Health. Funding for WCHD is a combination of federal, state and county monies, plus third-party and private-pay reimbursements.

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Behavioral Health

Our vision is to address behavioral health related needs in the community by establishing evidenced–based model programs in partnership with other community agencies.Learn More

Environmental Health

Our vision is to act in accordance with scientific principles that promote the maximum health and quality of life for all citizens in Washington County.Learn More

Family Planning

Family Planning helps reduce unplanned pregnancies and improve pregnancy outcomes. We provide all birth control methods and family planning services and can help you decide which method is best for you.Learn More

WIC

WIC is a federally funded program that provides healthy foods, information on healthy eating, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other health care and social services.Learn More

Programs & Services

The Washington County Health Department offers a variety of services and programs to promote healthy behaviors, prevent disease and injury and safeguard the environment.

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Health Insurance

Free in-person help with health insurance! We're here to help you enroll in a private plan or Medicaid, and see if you can get financial help to lower your costs.Learn More

STI Testing

Walk-In STI clinics are available every Tuesday 8am-10am & 1pm-3pmLearn More

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ATTENTION - Rohrersville Cat Positive for Rabies. Full story at washcohealth.org; Health dept logo

Rohrersville Cat Positive for Rabies

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 18, 2025) - The Washington County Health Department has confirmed that a cat in the area of Violet Road in Rohrersville has … Read More

Media Alert: Kitten Found Near Feral Cat Colony Close to SHA Building Positive For Rabies

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Kitten Found Near Feral Cat Colony Close to SHA Building, Positive For Rabies    Español The Washington County Health … Read More

Bonnie Beachley Named Health Department Employee of the Quarter

Bonnie Beachley of the behavioral health services team at the Washington County Health Department … Read More...

It’s Hot Out There – Know Where Water, Cooling and Refreshing Stations Are Located Locally

We are in the season of hot temperatures and increasing humidity. As heat indices rise, please … Read More...

Not Sure What Immunizations You’ve Had? Health Department Nurses Can Help!

MyIR - the immunization consumer access portal - is no longer available for Maryland residents to … Read More...

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