RABIES ALERT – 01/26/2023 — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the 1200 block of Magothy Road in Pasadena, Maryland. The raccoon tested positive for rabies. If you or your pet had contact with this infected animal, or your pet has […]
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Wet Season Percolation Testing
Department of Health Announces Beginning of 2023 Wet Season Perc Testing The Anne Arundel County Department of Health Bureau of Environmental Health will start annual wet season site evaluations and percolation tests on January 23, 2023. Wet season testing is arranged on a first-come, first serve basis. Appointments are being accepted and applicants are encouraged […]
Anne Arundel County’s Wastewater Data Reveals a Rise in COVID-19 Cases
Annapolis, MD (December 21, 2022) — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is releasing data from the wastewater monitoring program which detected an increase in SARS-CoV-2 levels this past month. People with COVID-19 can shed the virus in their feces. The concentration of COVID-19 in the wastewater measures the presence of the virus, whether […]
Department of Health Alerts the Community of an Increase in Overdoses
ALERT – Annapolis, MD (December 7, 2022) The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is alerting the community that there has been an increase in overdoses over the last few days. The Department of Health has tools that can help prevent a fatal overdose. Over the weekend there have been 16 suspected overdoses and one […]
Rabies Alert – Raccoon Found in Severna Park Tests Positive for Rabies
RABIES ALERT – 12/02/2022 — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Fernwood Court and Fernwood Drive in Severna Park, Maryland. The raccoon, which was found December 1, has tested positive for rabies. If you or your pet had […]
Rabies Alert – Raccoon Found in Laurel Tests Positive for Rabies
RABIES ALERT – 11/17/2022 — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is issuing an alert for the 20724 zip code in Laurel, Maryland after a raccoon tested positive for rabies. The animal, which was discovered in the 3200 block of Laurel Fort Meade Road, was found on November 15 and tested positive for rabies. […]
Rabies Alert – Raccoon Found in Crownsville Tests Positive for Rabies
RABIES ALERT – 11/16/2022 — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Maple Hill Lane and Echo Cove Drive in Crownsville, Maryland. The raccoon, which was found on November 13, has tested positive for rabies. If you or your […]
Gun Violence Intervention Team Shares Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Toolkit
Anne Arundel County’s Gun Violence Intervention Team Shares Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Toolkit Annapolis, MD (October 4, 2022) — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health’s Gun Violence Intervention Team (GVIT) released an online resource to help residents learn more about Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). An ERPO is a civil order with due […]
Department of Health Expands Eligibility for the Mpox (Formerly Monkeypox) Vaccine
Last updated: December 2, 2022Annapolis, Md (September, 23 2022) – The Anne Arundel County Department of Health has expanded eligibility for the monkeypox vaccine, allowing vaccine distribution to anyone at high risk of infection to be vaccinated prior to exposure as supply allows. The vaccine was previously recommended only for people who had been potentially […]
Rabies Alert – Raccoon Found in Annapolis Tests Positive for Rabies
RABIES ALERT – September 22, 2022 — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Westwick Court and Saddle Ridge Road in the Hunt Meadow community of Annapolis, Maryland. The raccoon, which was found on September 20, has tested positive […]
Bivalent COVID-19 Boosters FAQ
Last updated: December 19, 2022En Español What is a bivalent COVID-19 booster? Up to now, COVID-19 vaccines have targeted the original COVID-19 strain. As we know, COVID-19 variants have made the vaccines a little less effective over time. The new bivalent vaccine provides protection against both the original strain and the new Omicron BA.4/BA.5 variants. […]
New Child Passenger Safety Law Effective 10/1/22
In April 2022, Maryland lawmakers passed SB 176, a bill that will upgrade the state’s law that protects children traveling on our roadways. The new law goes into effect on October 1, 2022, and states that children must be kept rear-facing until at least two years of age, unless the child meets or exceeds the height […]
8.24.22 – Recreational Water Advisory Lifted for Sherwood Forest Pier
August 24, 2020 – The Anne Arundel County Department of Health has lifted the direct water contact advisory for the Sherwood Forest Pier in Annapolis. On August 19, the Department issued an advisory to avoid swimming and other direct water contact, due to high bacteria levels. Beaches are tested regularly during the summer as part […]
Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an Emergency Use Authorization to permit the use of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine. On July 19, 2022 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults 18 years of age and older. Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is given in a two-dose primary series […]
COVID-19 Mitigation and Response Plan
Anne Arundel County Department of Health Shares COVID-19 Mitigation and Response Plan Annapolis, MD (July 15, 2022) – Building on lessons learned over the past two plus years, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health is releasing its COVID-19 Mitigation and Response Plan. This plan ensures that the staffing capacity and tools are in place […]
Mpox (Formerly Monkeypox)
Last updated: January 25, 2023En Español Mpox (formerly monkeypox) is rapidly evolving and new information will be provided as it emerges. The Department of Health is monitoring transmission in the U.S. and Maryland to identify cases. While it’s good to stay alert about emerging public health outbreaks, the current risk of the general public getting […]
Changes to the Approval Process of On-Site Septic Systems
July 1, 202 — This memorandum serves to notify all Licensed Septic Installers of immediate changes to the review and approval of septic applications and permits in Anne Arundel County. The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) has required the following procedural changes take place effective immediately for all Septic Permits and Septic Applications: For […]
Strategic Plan to Prevent and Reduce Gun Violence
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Department of Health Begins Distributing and Administering COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Under 5 Years
En Español Annapolis, Md (June 21, 2022) – On Tuesday, June 21, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health will offer COVID-19 vaccines to children under 5 years. An independent panel of advisers to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted to recommend vaccinating all children in the age group with one of […]
COVID-19 Vaccines Approved for Children 6 Months to 5 Years: What We Know
Last updated: June 22, 2022En Español What we know about the COVID-19 vaccines coming out for children 6 months to 5 years of age. COVID-19 Vaccine Name Pfizer-BioNTech Moderna Eligible Age 6 months to 4 years old 6 months to 5 years old Dose 3 micrograms/0.2mL 25 micrograms/0.25mL Number of doses 3 2 Schedule At […]
Unusual Pediatric Hepatitis Cases: What Parents Should Know
Last updated: June 14, 2022The United States and other countries have identified or are investigating reports of unusual hepatitis cases in otherwise healthy children. What is hepatitis? Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver that can be caused by viral infections, alcohol use, toxins, medications and certain other medical conditions. In the United States, the most […]
Rabies Alert – Two Raccoons Found in Anne Arundel County Test Positive for Rabies
RABIES ALERT – June 7, 2022 — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon in Pasadena or Severna Park. One incident occurred on Laico Lane near the intersection of Dock Road in Pasadena, Maryland. The raccoon, which was found on June 4, has […]
Wastewater Overflow at Marley Creek Near Norman Road in Glen Burnie
Anne Arundel County Department of Health Recreational Water Quality Alert Wastewater Overflow at Marley Creek Near Norman Road in Glen Burnie June 2, 2022 A break in a 12-inch gravity sewer main caused a 10,800-gallon sanitary sewer overflow today in Glen Burnie. The overflow entered a tributary of Marley Creek near Norman Road. Bureau of […]
Anne Arundel County Moves into a High Community Level
Last updated: May 31, 2022En Español Annapolis, Md (May 27, 2022) – The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is alerting residents of increasing COVID-19 community levels. On Thursday evening, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention changed the status in Anne Arundel County from medium to high. The new data shows there are 35 […]
Rabies Alert – Red Fox Found in Severna Park Tests Positive for Rabies
May 20, 2022 – The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a Red Fox near the intersection of Blackshire Road and Manning Court in the Chatham Hills Community in Severna Park, Maryland. The Red Fox, which was found on May 18, has tested positive for rabies. […]
Guidance for Families Seeking Baby Formula During National Shortage
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COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters vs. Third Doses: Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: May 23, 2022 What is a Booster Shot? For some viruses, the protection we get from a vaccine starts to wear off over time. An additional dose of the vaccine may be needed to boost your immune response and make sure you are protected from the virus. Boosters are common for many vaccines, […]
Department of Health Urges Residents to Be Aware of BA.2 Variant
Last updated: May 16, 2022Annapolis, MD (March 22, 2022) With the increasing spread of the BA.2 subvariant of COVID-19 , County Executive Steuart Pittman and Health Officer Dr. Nilesh Kalyanaraman urged residents to continue seeking out vaccinations and boosters to protect against the disease. “We have the tools. Those tools are vaccines, tests, and treatment,” […]
8 Week mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) Interval Consideration
Last updated: May 2, 2022Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its COVID-19 vaccination guidance in an effort to further decrease the very small risk of myocarditis and pericarditis in some people. Myocarditis is inflammation of the heart muscle and pericarditis is inflammation of the lining outside the heart. In both cases, […]
Recall and Consumer Advisory regarding Powdered Infant Formula
Last updated: May 16, 2022Recall and Consumer Advisory regarding Powdered Infant Formula Produced in Abbott Nutrition’s Facility in Sturgis, Michigan On February 17, 2022, Abbott Nutrition issued a recall and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a consumer advisory regarding powdered infant formula produced from Abbott Nutrition’s Sturgis, Michigan facility. The consumer advisory […]
Raccoon Found in Annapolis Tests Positive for Rabies
Last updated: May 16, 2022 RABIES ALERT – February 15, 2022 The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Coachway and Trinity Place in The Downs Community in Annapolis, Maryland. The raccoon, which was found on February 11, has tested […]
Gun Violence Intervention Team Domestic Violence Toolkit Goes Live
Annapolis, MD (Feb. 9, 2022) — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health’s Gun Violence Intervention Team (GVIT) has released its online Domestic Violence Toolkit at https://aahealth.civilspace.io/en/projects/domestic-violence-toolkit. The goal is to decrease the number of domestic violence incidents in Anne Arundel County and encourage victims to reach out to loved ones and local authorities for […]
Department of Health and Public Libraries Partner to Distribute Free KN95/N95 Masks
Last updated: April 28, 2022En Español Annapolis, Md (Jan. 26, 2022) – Given how contagious most COVID-19 variants are, everyone is encouraged to upgrade from a cloth mask to a KN95, N95 or surgical mask when in public indoor spaces. The Department of Health partners with the Anne Arundel County Public Library (AACPL) to distribute […]
Raccoon Found in Severna Park Tests Positive for Rabies
Last updated: May 16, 2022 RABIES ALERT – January 21, 2022 The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Larkspur Lane and Windrose Lane in Severna Park, Maryland. The raccoon, which was found on January 19, has tested positive for rabies. If […]
Healthy Lifestyles
Last updated: November 18, 2022 Eat Healthy to maintain a healthy weight, balance calories eaten with calories burned during physical activities. Eat a varied diet that is high in fruits and vegetables, lean protein and whole grains, but low in sugars and saturated fats. Watch portion sizes and limit sugary or alcoholic beverages. Learn To […]
Handling Food Safely
Last updated: September 22, 2022En Español Listed below are food safety tips that should help keep your meals and celebrations healthy. Seasonal Food Safety from the USDA Tips on Hiring a Caterer Tips for Eggs from the Maryland Department of Agriculture Safe Shopping Never choose torn or leaking packages. Don’t buy foods past the “sell-by” or […]
Department of Health Strongly Advises Businesses and Public to Wear Face Masks Indoors
Last updated: April 12, 2022ANNAPOLIS, MD, December 20, 2021 — Due to a sustained increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations and outbreaks, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health strongly advises that all people 2 years and older should wear a mask in indoor public areas and outdoors in crowded areas where distancing is not possible. All […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Last updated: May 16, 2022 Everyone feels down or sluggish sometimes; however, some people experience a more serious mood change and become very depressed when cold weather comes around. This condition is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and is a form of depression. The symptoms of SAD usually begin between September and November and […]
Omicron Variant – Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: January 18, 2022What is the Omicron variant? Omicron is a new variant of concern from the virus that causes COVID-19. Why are we concerned about the Omicron variant? We are still learning about Omicron, but early evidence suggests that: People may get reinfected more easily after recovering from COVID-19. It may transmit easier […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout for 5-11 Year Olds
Last updated: May 7, 2022Anne Arundel County continues vaccinating young children after the CDC’s recommendation of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for youth ages 5-11 The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is currently vaccinating children ages 5-11 with the COVID-19 vaccine at community and elementary school clinics. To schedule an appointment, go to www.aacounty.org/covidvax. Appointments are preferred. […]
COVID-19 Vaccinations for Ages 5-11 FAQ
Last updated: September 27, 2022En Español Currently, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health is providing vaccine by appointment using the COVID Vaccinations Sign-Up Form here. Walk-ins are also welcome as vaccine supplies allow. Facts to Know and Frequently Asked Questions Why should I vaccinate my child against COVID-19? COVID-19 tends to be milder in […]
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Prioritizes COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments for 5-11 Year Olds
Last updated: May 7, 2022 Department of Health Prioritizes COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments for 5-11 Year Olds Annapolis, MD (October 29, 2021) Starting the week of November 8, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health will prioritize COVID-19 vaccine appointments for 5 through 11-year-olds. As a result, adult COVID-19 booster dose appointments will be greatly reduced […]
Rabid Raccoon Found in Chartwood Community of Severna Park
Last updated: May 16, 2022 RABIES ALERT- October 28, 2021 The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Wellerburn Avenue and Faircastle Avenue in the Chartwood Community of Severna Park, Maryland. The raccoon, which was found on October 26, has […]
Raccoon Found in Harundale Tests Positive for Rabies
Last updated: May 16, 2022RABIES ALERT- October 8, 2021 Raccoon Found in Harundale Tests Positive for Rabies The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Norman Road and Tower Road the Harundale Community in Glen Burnie, Maryland. The raccoon, which […]
Department of Health Updates Quarantine Options for Schools
Last updated: May 16, 2022 Annapolis, MD (Sept. 30, 2021) — Today, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health announced adjustments to its school quarantine recommendations based on CDC guidance, allowing for shorter quarantine periods for unvaccinated students and staff who are deemed close contacts. With up to 100 Anne Arundel County Public School students […]
Rabid Raccoon Found in Truxtun Heights
Last updated: May 16, 2022RABIES ALERT- September 22, 2021 Raccoon Found in Truxtun Heights Tests Positive for Rabies The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon near the intersection of Spa Drive and Acton Road in the Truxtun Heights Community in Annapolis, Maryland. The […]
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Opioid Overdose Response Training
Last updated: June 6, 2022 410-222-1937 The Anne Arundel County Department of Health’s Adult Addiction Program offers free training and a free naloxone kit to community members on the use of intranasal naloxone, a prescription medicine to reverse an opioid overdose and prevent death. The training is for at-risk individuals, family members, friends and the […]
Suicide Prevention Mini-Grant Awardees
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health announces the recipients of its Suicide Prevention mini-grant awards for fiscal year 2022. The awards total $20,000 for two community organizations that provide suicide prevention programs to Anne Arundel County residents. The award recipients are: My Life Foundation – $10,000 Funds will be used to bring suicide awareness […]
Gun Violence Intervention Team Releases Its Suicide Prevention Toolkit
Last updated: January 19, 2022Department of Health’s Gun Violence Intervention Team Releases Its Suicide Prevention Toolkit September 3, 2021 — In Anne Arundel County, suicides account for nearly two-thirds of all gun fatalities. As a percentage, gun suicides in the county are more prevalent than in Maryland and the United States as a whole. Guns are […]
3rd COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Certain Immunocompromised Individuals
Last updated: October 19, 2022En Español The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is providing immunocompromised individuals with the third dose of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines at area clinics. Both Moderna and Pfizer are available at all third dose clinics and third doses are recommended at least 28 days after a second dose of the […]
Raccoon Oral Rabies Vaccination Project
Last updated: October 12, 2022En Español The 2022 Raccoon Oral Rabies Vaccination Project, supported by Anne Arundel County, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services and the County Police Department, will begin on August 29, 2022. It will be completed by September 30, weather permitting. The goal of the annual ORV project is to immunize […]
County Executive Announces New Vaccine Policy for County Employees, Reimplements Mask Requirement in County-Owned Buildings
Changes come as COVID metrics rise in July, Delta variant spreads across region Annapolis, MD (August 2, 2021) Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announced today that effective Monday, September 13, County employees who are not vaccinated will be required to provide a negative COVID test result each week in order to report to work. […]
Health Equity and Racial Justice Office Wins Innovation Award
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health’s (DOH) Office of Health Equity and Racial Justice (HERJ) is a winner of the Maryland Association of Counties’ (MACo) County 2020 Innovation Award. According to the MACo website, the award was established to “recognize superb and leading-edge county programs that improve overall quality of life and service delivery […]
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County Executive Pittman Issues Statement on Lifting of State Mask Order
Last updated: January 23, 2023Annapolis, MD (May 14, 2021) – County Executive Steuart Pittman issued the following statement regarding the lifting of the State’s mask order: “Anne Arundel County will follow the State’s decision regarding the lifting of the mask order,” Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman said. “If you haven’t been vaccinated yet, go […]
Community Health Report Update
Annapolis, MD (May 12, 2021) – The Anne Arundel County Department of Health has released an updated edition of its 2020 Report of Community Health Indicators. The 47-page online report, outlines the county’s standing in 10 key health areas while meeting the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The key areas are demographic trends; health outcomes; […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Health Equity Plan
Last updated: May 13, 2022En Español Anne Arundel County Department of Health Outlines Efforts to Reduce The Spread of COVID-19 Among Vulnerable County Residents Annapolis, MD (March 2, 2021) — The Anne Arundel County Department of Health has announced the release of its COVID-19 vaccine health equity plan. The “Principles for Equitable Vaccination” outlines the […]
School Immunizations
Last updated: January 19, 2023En Español Back-to-School Immunizations Are Important! Don’t Wait! Vaccinate! The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is ready to serve eligible schoolchildren up to age 18 who need school-required vaccines. Call for an appointment today! Glen Burnie Health Center 416 A Street S.W. Glen Burnie, MD 21061 Call 410-222-6633 for an […]
