MCM Health Connect
MCM Health Connect is a project funded by the Healthcare Initiative Foundation aimed at raising awareness about the health issues affecting Montgomery County residents and highlighting the resources available to them. The goal of this platform is to direct attention to specific health issues, educate the public around health, and support the work of local healthcare providers and organizations.
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View More PostsAstraZeneca Announces New $300 Million Facility in Rockville
AstraZeneca announced Tuesday morning that the company is investing $300 million in a state-of-the art facility in Rockville that will enable the company to launch its cell therapy platforms throughout… Read More
Measles Case Confirmed in Montgomery County
One case of measles was confirmed in Montgomery County Thursday to a resident who recently traveled abroad. Measles is a highly contagious disease that can be prevented with a vaccine.… Read More
Novavax Announces Layoffs, Prepares for ‘Leaner’ Organization
Novavax, based in Gaithersburg, announced Wednesday that it is cutting both fulltime employees and contractors by 12%. According to a news release, Novavax officials “made the difficult decision to reduce… Read More
County’s 2023 Health Assessment Highlights Mental Health as Top Concern
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) released the 2023 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), and the report shows that mental health is the most important health… Read More
Mark Your Calendars: County Opens Registration for Spring Programs on Feb. 12
County residents may register for most spring programs and activities starting on Monday, Feb. 12 at 6:30 a.m. Registration for a few programs—Bone Builders, Day Trippers, and Senior Outdoor Adventures… Read More
Mom Pushes For Newborn Screening that Would Have Helped Her Son
Jyoti Bharadwaj of North Bethesda dreams of the day her son will run, jump or dive into a pool. But she knows that dream will never come true. Her 14-year-old… Read More
Respiratory Viruses Still Active, But Spread Drops
The three main respiratory diseases: Covid-19, flu, and RSV are still gripping the country and doctors are seeing lots of cases here in Montgomery County. A week ago, there was… Read More
County to Offer Diabetes Management Program
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with the Maryland Living Well Center of Excellence, will offer a free community-based Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) starting Thursday,… Read More
‘It’s A Difficult Time For People’: Extreme Cold Exacerbates Life for the Homeless
The Nebel Street Shelter that opened about 10 months ago currently is at “over capacity” but we are making do,” explained Susie Sinclair-Smith, CEO of the Montgomery County Coalition for… Read More
Report Calls County a Healthcare ‘Desert’ for Transgender Community
Montgomery County’s Office of Legislative Oversight released a report Tuesday that calls transgender healthcare in the county lacking in many areas. According to the 57-page report, “There are limited services… Read More
Elrich Tests Positive for COVID-19 Again
County Executive Marc Elrich announced he tested positive for COVID-19 Tuesday morning. He posted that he was “feeling okay” and was able to speak and answer questions during an hour-long… Read More
Ending Childhood Hunger Discussed on MLK Jr. Day
“Tens of thousands of Montgomery County residents are hungry and don’t know when they will have their next meal,” according to Councilmember Will Jawando. “It’s just unjust, and it’s wrong.”… Read More