Maryland Department of Health

Maryland Department of Health Working to promote and improve the health and safety of all Marylanders through disease prevention, access to care and community engagement.

This account is not monitored 24/7. Help is available by calling or texting 988. Please call 911 for emergencies. We work to protect and advance the health and well-being of all Marylanders through systems that work for people.​

More information can be found on our website at www.health.maryland.gov.

Vaccines are not just for babies. Older children and teenagers should receive Tdap, HPV and meningococcal (MCV4) immuniz...
09/12/2025

Vaccines are not just for babies. Older children and teenagers should receive Tdap, HPV and meningococcal (MCV4) immunizations to protect against illnesses. Talk to your doctor about recommended vaccines, and learn more at health.maryland.gov/vaccines

RELEASE: About 3,000 participants have disease. Eligible Medicaid participants can now more easily access cell and g...
09/12/2025

RELEASE: About 3,000 participants have disease. Eligible Medicaid participants can now more easily access cell and gene therapies for sickle cell disease under Maryland’s participation in the federal Cell and Gene Therapy Access Model. Learn more about the impact for Marylanders: bit.ly/4nm7sUa.

This , take the opportunity to boost your family's preparedness for emergencies, whether it's a home fire or a power ou...
09/11/2025

This , take the opportunity to boost your family's preparedness for emergencies, whether it's a home fire or a power outage. Empower yourself with the knowledge you need. Explore more at bit.ly/4fQ7dhy.

Have you heard of these three types of newborn screening babies should receive within 24-36 hours after birth:🩸Blood👂Hea...
09/11/2025

Have you heard of these three types of newborn screening babies should receive within 24-36 hours after birth:
🩸Blood
👂Hearing
♥️Heart
Ask your baby's doctor about screening and the results. Follow up if the doctor says more testing is needed.

Do you know how to support someone who might be thinking about su***de? Learn the warning signs, how to start a conversa...
09/10/2025

Do you know how to support someone who might be thinking about su***de? Learn the warning signs, how to start a conversation and more: health.maryland.gov/su***deprevention

Follow Maryland Department of Health Office of Su***de Prevention for more resources.
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Give your baby a healthy start. Ask your doctor about the maternal RSV vaccine available during the third trimester, as ...
09/10/2025

Give your baby a healthy start. Ask your doctor about the maternal RSV vaccine available during the third trimester, as well as the preventive RSV immunization for infants. Learn more at health.maryland.gov/RSV

If you or a loved one has a rare or costly medical condition, the Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM) Program may h...
09/09/2025

If you or a loved one has a rare or costly medical condition, the Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM) Program may help. A case manager will work with you and your provider to get the help you need. Visit bit.ly/4mCTY6q to learn more.

RELEASE: Marylanders and rural health stakeholders can provide input and ideas for strategies to enhance health care in ...
09/09/2025

RELEASE: Marylanders and rural health stakeholders can provide input and ideas for strategies to enhance health care in Maryland’s rural communities. Find out how to share your feedback and how your ideas can make an impact: bit.ly/47uSo1X.

Get connected to information and resources for children and adults living with an intellectual or developmental disabili...
09/09/2025

Get connected to information and resources for children and adults living with an intellectual or developmental disability. Subscribe to the Maryland Department of Health - Developmental Disabilities Administration’s email notifications for the latest news and updates: bit.ly/DDAConnection.

Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the U.S. If you or your child has disease, join the...
09/08/2025

Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the U.S. If you or your child has disease, join the Maryland Department of Health Sickle Cell Disease Follow-Up Program. This program provides access to community resources and information appropriate for your child's age group. To learn more, visit health.maryland.gov/sicklecell

Today is a day of action to raise awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. The 988 Lifeline emphasizes empathy...
09/08/2025

Today is a day of action to raise awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. The 988 Lifeline emphasizes empathy, accessibility, and reliability. You are not alone when you call, text, or chat with 988. Help spread the word about 988 and learn more at 988.maryland.gov.

This respiratory virus season, Maryland is protecting vaccine access for Marylanders of all ages. Marylanders can contin...
09/05/2025

This respiratory virus season, Maryland is protecting vaccine access for Marylanders of all ages. Marylanders can continue to access vaccines at provider offices and pharmacies across the state as vaccine supply is available. Learn more: bit.ly/4paI7yi.

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