Allegany County Health Department
12501 Willowbrook Rd.
Cumberland Maryland, 21501
(301)-759-5000
achd-info@dhmh.state.md.us

Dr. Sue Raver, M.D., MPH
Health Officer, Allegany County

Martin O'Malley
Governor of Maryland

John M. Colmers, Secretary
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

AVOID HEAT-RELATED HEALTH ISSUES

Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are common heat-related health risks. Know the signs and symptoms and what you can do to protect yourself when the mercury rises this summer. (Read More)

HOT WEATHER TIPS:

●          Drink plenty of fluids such as water and fruit juices to prevent dehydration. Be aware that alcohol can impair the body's sweat mechanism, as can fairly common medications such as antihistamines and diuretics. Avoid beverages containing alcohol or caffeine.
●          Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, and light-colored clothes.
●          Avoid direct sunlight by staying in the shade or by wearing sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
●          When possible, stay in air-conditioned areas.  If your home is not air-conditioned, visit a friend or relative with air conditioning, or consider a visit to an air conditioned public place such as a movie theater, shopping mall, restaurant or public library. 
●          NEVER leave pets or young children in a car, even with the windows cracked.
●          Check on elderly relatives or neighbors at least daily.
●          Take it easy when outdoors.  Athletes and those who work outdoors should, if possible, take short breaks when feeling fatigued.  Schedule physical activity during the morning or evening when it is cooler.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene -Family Health Administration
http://fha.maryland.gov/ohpetup/eip_heatillness.cfm

Maryland Emergency Management Agency
http://www.mema.state.md.us/MEMA/content_page.jsp?TOPICID=othernds.

 

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2010 SEASONAL FLU VACCINATION INFORMATION

Fall 2010 Clinic Schedule:

Friday, September 10:
Allegany County Fairgrounds Multi-Purpose Building
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday, September 17:
Westmar Middle School Gymnasium
4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Tuesday, September 21:
Oldtown Fire Hall
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Tuesday, September 28:
Allegany County Health Department Willowbrook Office Complex
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Vaccine Information Sheets:
Injected Flu Vaccine
Flu Mist Nasal Vaccine

The ABCs of Flu Prevention


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CONSUMER INFORMATION ON PROPER DISPOSAL OF MEDICATIONS AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES

SMARxT Disposal offers tips for disposing of unwanted liquid and solid medications. Click HERE for more information, or read these frequently asked questions.

Click HERE for
information from the
Environmental Protection Agency
on sharps and
medical waste disposal.

Additional Helpful Resources:

Calvert County Health Dept. Guide to Home Sharps Disposal

Rhode Island Department of Health: Home Guide for Disposal of Medical Waste and Prescription Medications

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ACHD News

August 2010
Employee of the Month:

Mary Frances Crowe

 

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Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Website

 

Allegany County Health Department
12501-12503 Willowbrook Road
PO Box 1745
Cumberland, Maryland 21501-1745
(301) 759-5000
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