WIC-Washington County Health Department

04/06/2026

Each year, is recognized at the start of April, as a reminder of how public health has improved our daily lives, safeguarded our families and strengthened our communities. The work to ...

- End diseases through vaccinations
- Control the spread of infections
- Provide safe water and sanitation
- Enhance vehicle safety
- Prevent childhood lead poisoning
- Screen moms and babies for any concerns
- Offer substance use and to***co prevention initiatives
- Support workplace safety efforts
- and educate, survey and go out into the community to support the vision of ...

is THANKS to everyone working in public health today for all of our tomorrows 💙

03/20/2026

Hello Spring! 🌷Celebrate the start of the season with a picnic highlighting spring seasonal produce! 🧺Try delicious and nutritious fruits and vegetables, such as:

🥬Springy greens like lettuce, asparagus, and spinach: All rich in antioxidants like Vitamin C and K.
🍓Strawberries and blackberries: High in fiber, supporting digestive health.
🥕Carrots and radishes: Delicious sources of nutrients like calcium and iron.

¡Hola, Primavera! 🌷¡Celebremos el comienzo de la primavera con un picnic para disfrutar de los productos de temporada! 🧺Prueba frutas y verduras deliciosas y nutritivas, como estas:

🥬Verduras verdes, como lechuga, espárragos y espinaca: todas ricas en antioxidantes, como las vitaminas C y K.
🍓Fresas y arándanos: ricos en fibra que favorecen la salud digestiva.
🥕Zanahorias y rábanos: una deliciosa fuente de nutrientes, como hierro y calcio.

Obtén más información sobre la alimentación saludable y cómo apoyar la nutrición de tu familia. Visita https://signupwic.com/about para obtener más información. 💞

02/04/2026

New Authorized Foods Lists.

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01/27/2026

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01/26/2026

🥶❄️ Dangerously Cold Temperatures Ahead

Washington County is expected to experience dangerously cold temperatures over the next several days. Extreme cold can be life-threatening if proper precautions aren’t taken, even with short periods of outdoor exposure.

Limit Cold Exposure
🔷 Stay indoors as much as possible
🔷 Dress in layers, including a hat, gloves, and a face covering
🔷 Limit time outside and take frequent warm-up breaks
🔷 Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia
🔷 Check on older adults, neighbors, and those without adequate heat
🔷 Bring pets indoors and protect livestock

Snow Shoveling Safety
🔷 Shovel only if necessary and take frequent breaks
🔷 Push snow when possible and avoid lifting heavy loads
🔷 Lift small amounts using your legs, not your back
🔷 Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol before or during shoveling
🔷 Stop immediately if you feel chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath

❗ Extreme cold increases the risk of injury and medical emergencies. Please take this weather seriously and put safety first.

The Washington County Office of Emergency Management urges residents to plan ahead, stay warm, and look out for one another.

01/26/2026

The Governor's closing of all state offices due to inclement weather means that Washington County Health Department buildings - including the WIC office - are closed Monday, Jan. 26.

01/20/2026

Learn about WIC services in Maryland here: https://bit.ly/45hJkf4

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01/02/2026