SALISBURY, Md. - After months of relentless campaigning and a barrage of advertisements, Maryland voters are finally participating in what is considered the most critical poll: the primary election to
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES & OTHER CONGREGATE FACILITIES
The vaccination of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and congregate living facilities are being coordinated by pharmacies through a federal contract. However, in an effort to assist in vaccinating these vulnerable populations sooner, the Washington County Health Department is working to vaccinate certain local congregate living facilities. Facilities will be contacted by the health department on how staff and residents can schedule their appointments.
ADULTS 75 AND OLDER
Those who are 75 years and older can schedule an appointment with Meritus Health. Information to register for an appointment can be found below.
MyChart patient portal – Have an active account? County residents age 75 and older may self-schedule as appointments become available. The easiest and fastest way to schedule your appointment.
For more information about the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, visit the U.S. Food and Drug Administration website, click here.
‘HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS’
NEW PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY TO LIMIT GATHERINGS TO 10 OR LESS. The Maryland Department of Health issued a public health advisory warning Marylanders against all non-essential activities and holiday gatherings with people outside one’s immediate household. Under this advisory, all Marylanders should refrain from attending public and private gatherings of more than 10 people in one location and should practice physical distancing to the maximum extent possible. Read the advisory.
EXPANDED TESTING AND QUARANTINE REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAVEL. The governor issued an emergency order requiring Marylanders to limit all travel to essential purposes only. All Marylanders who do travel outside of Maryland or any individuals who do travel to Maryland must either obtain a negative COVID-19 test result or self-quarantine for 10