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The Harford County OPT is now accepting proposals from local agencies and organizations interested in implementing projects that align with MOOR’s strategic priorities: Prevention, Harm Reduction, Treatment, Recovery, and Public Safety. We need your help in spreading the word and encouraging eligible organizations to apply. Please share the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) with your […]

On December 31, 2024, the Maryland Secretaries of the Department of Health and Department of Agriculture issued orders to test regulated raw milk in the state for highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1).   Click here to read the FAQ’s on Implementing a Mandatory Milk Testing Program for Maryland Dairies What is Avian Inlfueza:  Avian Influenza (also […]

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Understanding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rules Safeguarding Your Protected Health Information The Harford County Department of Health (HCHD) is committed to protecting your health information. HCHD is required by law to maintain the privacy of Protected Health Information (PHI) and to provide you with the following Notice of Privacy Practices: […]

Click the links below to learn about wildfire health resources:  CDC Wildfire Smoke Community Respirators and Masks How to Use Your N95 Respirator Stay Safe During a Wildfire EPA Research on DIY Air Cleaners to Reduce Wildfire Smoke Indoors Be Smart, Protect Your Heart from Air Pollution Video NIOSH Community Respirators and Masks (cdc.gov) AirNow.gov […]

Location and Phone 120 South Hays Street Bel Air, MD 21014 410-877-1040 Every year, Medicaid enrollees need to renew and verify that all of their information is correct.  Applications over the telephone end on June 30th, 2025 MCHP Children coverage ends the month they turn 19 ends and they have to apply as an adult. […]

Location and Phone 120 S. Hays Street 3rd Floor Bel Air, MD  21014 410-877-2341 The Harford County Health Department is now offering a new FDA cleared outpatient detox treatment, Transcutaneous Auricular Neurostimulation (tAN™), to help diminish withdrawal from any opioid. Adults 18 years and older who struggle with opioid dependence are eligible for this treatment along with supportive […]

What is Monkeypox?  It is a rare but serious illness that is caused by infection with monkeypox virus. Monkeypox does not occur naturally in the United States, but cases have happened that were associated with international travel or importing animals from areas where the disease is more common. Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control […]

A program to help seniors age comfortably in their own homes! The senior population is an important part of the Harford County community, and they deserve to be provided with care and comfort to lead healthy lives. To help seniors age in place, this grant program will provide minor to moderate home modifications that promote […]

https://hcggis.harfordcountymd.gov/planning/harfordgis/ How to use: Open the link in your search browser Enter the address you’re looking for in the search bar Interactive icons on the bottom of the page can help you find answers to several frequently asked questions at the Harford County Health Department-Environmental Health. What kind of soil types (classification) does my property […]