With respiratory viruses on the rise, all visitors to Washington County Health Department buildings are encouraged to wear a mask while inside.
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Washington County Health Department

Visitors to Health Department Encouraged to Wear Masks Following Direction of the Maryland Department of Health

From the Maryland Department of Health – As of Dec. 31, 2025, Maryland’s statewide respiratory virus associated hospitalization rates for influenza and RSV exceed 10 hospitalizations […]

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Here Comes The Cold – Tips and Resources

With cold weather arriving, it’s important to find a safe, warm place inside to stay. Our friends at Reach of Washington County put together these […]

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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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Visitors to Health Department Encouraged to Wear Masks Following Direction of the Maryland Department of Health

From the Maryland Department of Health - As of Dec. 31, 2025, Maryland's statewide respiratory virus associated hospitalization rates for influenza … Read More

UPDATED: Skunks Test Positive for Rabies. Full story at washcohealth.org. Health dept. logo.

Update – Several Skunks Test Positive for Rabies in the County in December

HAGERSTOWN, MD (Dec. 12, 2025) - The skunks recently reported as testing positive for rabies by the Washington County Health Department were located … Read More

Skunks in Our Area Test Positive for Rabies; Public Should Exercise Caution

THIS RELEASE WAS UPDATED DEC. 12. HAGERSTOWN, MD (Dec. 11, 2025) - The Washington County Health … Read More...

Here Comes The Cold – Tips and Resources

With cold weather arriving, it's important to find a safe, warm place inside to stay. Our friends at … Read More...

Fiscal Restrictions Cause Removal of Cribs for Kids Program at Health Department

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 2025) - Due to fiscal restrictions, the Washington County Health Department … Read More...

Pathfinder is designed to encourage community members and visitors to take advantage of the many hiking, biking, boating, and outdoor activities available in Washington County, Maryland. The site is a special project of the Washington County Health Department as a part of our mission to improve health and encourage a healthy lifestyle for our citizens.

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