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Washington County Health Department

NEW Maryland Vaccine Program Available Now at the Health Department

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 2026) – The new Maryland Vaccine Program (MVP) that offers free immunizations to adults in the state is now available at the […]

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Washington County Health Department

Health Department Names First Employee of the Quarter for 2026

Missy Crocker of the administration team at the Washington County Health Department was named Employee of the Quarter for the first quarter of calendar year […]

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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

WCHD News & Alerts

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The NEW Maryland Vaccine Program at the Washington County Health Department; person showing Band-aid on arm where shot was given.

NEW Maryland Vaccine Program Available Now at the Health Department

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 2026) - The new Maryland Vaccine Program (MVP) that offers free immunizations to adults in the state is now available at the … Read More

Press Release From the Maryland Department of Health: Mumps Cases Increase in Maryland, February 2026.

From the Maryland Department of Health – Increase of Mumps Cases in Maryland

Baltimore, MD (Feb. 19, 2026) – The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed an increase in mumps cases in the state. As of February 19, there are … Read More

Health Department Names First Employee of the Quarter for 2026

Missy Crocker of the administration team at the Washington County Health Department was named … Read More...

From the Maryland Department of Health: Statement from Secretary Seshamani on Childhood Vaccine Schedule

​​ Jan. 5, 2026 Statement from Secretary Seshamani on ch​ildhood vaccine schedule “Vaccines … Read More...

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

UPDATED - From the Maryland Department of Health (Jan. 5, 2026), responding to surge in flu cases … 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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