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Home - Welcome to Wicomico County Health Department, aiming to maximize the health & wellness of all members of the community through our efforts.
About Us - Wicomico County Health Department continues to look toward ways of protecting the health and environment of the people of Wicomico County, MD.
- Statistics & Reports - View the recent and past statistics and reports for Wicomico County Health Department, proudly serving our local community.
- Plans - Please call 410-341-6492 or email us for information, feedback or questions regarding any of the reports, assessments or plans.
- Emergency Preparedness - Any response to a public health emergency will be a coordinated effort of multiple Wicomico County agencies such as Emergency Management, Public Works, Police, Fire and Rescue and medical facilities.
- Accreditation - Accreditation through these organizations demonstrates that the Wicomico County Health Department has achieved excellent standards of care and continuously strives for excellence.
- Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC) - Individuals from Wicomico County, as well as representatives from organizations serving Wicomico County are encouraged to participate in our Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC).
  - LHIC Minutes - View the notes and meeting minutes from Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC) regular meetings, past and present.
Health Services - The mission of the Community Health Services (CHS) Division of the Wicomico County Health Department is to improve the general health of the public.
- Cancer Screening - View the cancer screenings available for residents in the community from Wicomico County Health Department.
  - Breast & Cervical Cancer Program - The Wicomico County Health Department breast & cervical cancer program includes: clinical breast exam, mammogram, pap test, diagnostic services.
  - Colorectal Cancer Screening Program - Learn more about the Wicomico County Health Department’s Colorectal Cancer screening program and community services.
  - Sun Safety and Skin Cancer Prevention - Wicomico County Health Department offers Sun Safety and Skin Cancer Prevention tips and resources for you and your family.
- Communicable Disease - Communicable Disease services from the Wicomico County Health Department include Epidemiological Investigations & TB Program.
  - Epidemiological Investigations - Epidemiological investigations reduces the incidence of communicable disease through aggressive investigation, surveillance and educational measures in the community.
  - TB Program - Our TB Program includes diagnosis, treatment, epidemiological investigations and monitoring of patients with active and latent disease.
- Reproductive & Sexual Health - Wicomico County Health Department provides community resources and services for reproductive & sexual health.
  - Family Planning - The Family Planning Program from the Wicomico County Health Department offers confidential services to teens and women of childbearing age.
  - HIV/AIDS Program - Wicomico County Health Department provides a variety of HIV/AIDS programs and support services for the local community.
  - Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Program - Pre-exposure prophylaxis (or PrEP) is for people who do not have HIV but who are at high risk of getting HIV to prevent infection by taking a daily pill.
  - Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) - Find Wicomico County Health Department resources and answers to FAQS regarding Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).
- Children’s Health - Wicomico County Health Department’s children’s health services provide resources and contacts for a variety of your child’s needs.
  - Vaccines for Children - In Maryland, children are required to be vaccinated in order to enroll in public schools. Check out the most recent vaccination requirements.
  - Asthma & Lead Management - Asthma & Lead Case Management is a team of Community Health Workers and Nurse Environmental Case Managers who are trained in assessing and managing Asthma & Lead Poisoning in children.
  - Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) - Browse the medical specialties typically covered by Children Medical Services (CMS).
  - Healthy Families Wicomico County - Healthy Families Wicomico has been accredited and meets the standards for Home Visitation Services as established in the critical elements of HFA.
  - Lead Poisoning Prevention Program - The purpose is to identify children with elevated Blood Lead Levels (BLL) and provide intervention to improve their health status.
  - Women Infants and Children’s Program (WIC) - The Maryland WIC Program is a supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children under the age of 5.
- Health Insurance & Benefits - View Wicomico County Health Department health insurance and benefits available for Wicomico County, MD, residents.
  - Administrative Care Coordination Unit (ACCU) & Ombudsman Program - The mission of ACCU is to provide education and outreach to Medical Assistance recipients to increase awareness of Medical Assistance Programs.
  - Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP) - The Maryland Children’s Health Program gives full health benefits to children up to age 19 and pregnant women of any age.
  - Medical Assistance for Families Program - Medical Assistance enrollees may obtain care from a chosen or assigned Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) through the Maryland HealthChoice Program.
- Dental - The Village Dental Center is a program operated by the Wicomico County Health Department for those using MCHP/Medical Assistance.
- Health Education & Wellness - The Office of Prevention and Health Communications provides health education, training, and outreach for the local community.
  - Adolescent Health - The Teen Pregnancy Prevention and Adolescent Health Program (Adolescent Health) provides health education, resources, and technical assistance to help teens in Wicomico County stay safe and healthy.
  - Alcohol and Other Drug Use Prevention - Access the list of resources and support contacts for alcohol and drug use prevention from the Wicomico County Health Department.
  - Chronic Disease Prevention - Wicomico County Health Department’s Diabetes Prevention Program is an evidenced based program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
  - Opioid Misuse Prevention Program (OMPP) - The mission of the Opioid Misuse Prevention Program is to conduct prevention activities that educate & support individuals, families, and the community.
  - Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation - Find information about our Stop Smoking program with Wicomico County Health Department. Consider your options for tobacco cessation.
- Other Services - Browse other health services offered by Wicomico County Maryland Health department.
  - Medical Assistance Transportation - Medical Assistance Transportation is for Wicomico County residents with active Medicaid who have no other means of transportation available to get to their medical appointments.
    - State Holidays - The Wicomico County Health Department will be closed on all State Holidays. View this year’s schedule.
  - Adult Evaluation & Review Services (AERS) - AERS provides help to functionally disabled individuals who are at risk of being placed in an institution.
  - Immigration/Civil Surgeon - The Community Health Services division offers immigration/civil surgeon services by appointment only. Please call (410) 543-6943 to schedule an appointment.
Behavioral Health - Wicomico County Health Department is proud to provide behavioral health services and resources for the local community.
- DUI Education Classes - The DUI Education program is designed for individuals who currently meet the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) placement criteria for Level .5 care DUI Education.
- Addiction Services - Wicomico County Health Department provides addiction services to the local community including outpatient and inpatient treatment options.
- Mental Health Services - The Wicomico County Behavioral Health Program provides outpatient mental health services for children, adolescents and their families.
- Minority Youth Outreach Program - The Minority Youth Outreach Program promotes behavioral health awareness through education and outreach to youth and adults of all ages, genders and nationalities.
- Local Behavioral Health Authority - Wicomico Behavioral Health Authority provides assistance to consumers of the public behavioral health system receiving behavioral health treatment and rehabilitation services within the fee for service network.
  - Overdose Prevention Team - The Wicomico County Overdose Prevention Team (OPT) is a collaborative effort that aims to develop a unified strategy to reduce non-fatal and fatal overdoses in our community.
  - Form Center - Complete the forms to be used for local behavioral health treatment support and assistance with the Wicomico County Health Department.
- Case Management - Access the Wicomico County Health Department case management resources for behavioral and mental health.
  - Community Outreach Addictions Team (COAT) - Our Community Outreach Addictions Team (COAT) is a community effort to help people fighting addiction in Wicomico County.
  - Coordination of Community Services Developmental Disabilities Program - Coordination of Community Services provides information/referral and case management services for children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families.
  - Harm Reduction Center - The Wicomico County Health Department is excited to have the first of its kind Harm Reduction Center on the Eastern Shore, the S.H.O.R.E Center (Supporting Harm Reduction, Outreach, Resources, and Education).
  - Targeted Case Management - The Wicomico County Targeted Case Management team provides services to individuals with a mental illness that requires assistance to enable them to remain in the community.
Environmental Health - Environmental health in the Wicomico County Health Department includes Environmental Protection Division, and the Food Protection & Community Services Division.
- Applications & Information - Access all of the environmental health applications & information regarding building, septic, and well applications, plus food safety.
- Beaches, Pools & Water Safety - Check the status of your favorite beaches in Wicomico County, MD and find resources about pool and water safety.
- Food Safety - Access food safety contacts, resources, classes, trainings, and more.
- Groundwater Monitoring Well Network - A groundwater network is a set of wells at which water levels are routinely measured. View a map of the wells in Wicomico County, Maryland.
- Rabies - Rabies prevention begins with you. Wicomico County Health Department provides rabies prevention tips for pets and children.
Birth & Death Certificates - Apply for copies of birth & death certificates with the Wicomico County Health Department. See restrictions on who can request copies.
Online Services - Access Wicomico County Health Department online services including access to our patient portal, and septic permit requests.
Events - View the calendar for local Wicomico County Maryland Health Department events in your area.
Employment - Apply for a job with Wicomico County Health Department! We offer healthcare positions as well as a wide range of clerical & admin positions.
Contact Us - Contact Wicomico County Health Department today! Feel free to reach out with questions, comments, or other inquiries.
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