Allegany County Health Department - Cumberland Maryland

09/09/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36IFAD9ECJY

National Preparedness Month is a great time to get involved in help...

09/08/2026

"Brain Health: Reducing Your Risk of Alzheimer's and Other Dementia-Related Diseases" to be presented this Friday at the Westernport Senior Center.

Did you know that simple lifestyle changes can help keep your brain healthy? Healthy habits can lower your risk for developing Alzheimer's and other dementia-related diseases. Join us for an information session to learn more!

Friday, September 11, 2026
12:30 to 2:00 PM
Westernport Senior Center
33 Main Street, Westernport, MD 21562

Hosted by the Allegany County Health Department, AHEC West, and HRDC. This project is supported by the Building Our Largest Dementia Infrastructure (BOLD) federal grant as administered by the Maryland Department of Health and the Allegany County Health Department. Special thanks to the Alzheimer’s Association for supporting this presentation.

09/08/2026

Allegany College of Maryland is offering a two-session Continuing Education class on navigating and managing menopause changes. Learn more in the attached flyer and scan the QR code or call 301-784-5280 for registration and information.

09/08/2026

Today might be a little brighter if you come to the Cumberland Community Cafe and start the work week off with a great lunch at a great price. We are open 11am-2pm at 127 N Centre St in Cumberland.
Let's Beautify Cumberland Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland City of Cumberland, Local Government Healthy Together Cumberland Alive

09/08/2026

FREE WALK-IN STI SCREENING
September 14, 2026
12:30 - 3:30 PM
Maryland Wellness
519 North Mechanic Street
Cumberland, MD

Allegany County Health Department offers FREE, confidential STI screening
for these infections on the H.E.A.L.Mobile!
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
HIV
Hepatitis B & C (related to risk factors)
Syphilis

DID YOU KNOW?
1 in 5 people in the US have an STI.

Look for the H.E.A.L.Mobile schedule at myalleganyhealth.org/healmobile.

09/04/2026

H.E.A.L.Mobile (Health Education & Access Link): Upcoming Schedule
https://myalleganyhealth.org/healmobile/

Thursday, September 10, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Canal Place Farmer's Market, 13 Canal St, Cumberland, MD 21502
WIC- Nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy supplemental foods, and referrals. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Access Link to- WIC, Reproductive Health, Maternal Health Care, Substance Use Disorder Services, Immunization, Dental Services, Healthy Families, Medicaid and MCHP, Medical Care Coordination

Friday, September 11, 2026, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Westernport Creekside Park, 247 Railroad Street, Westernport, MD 21562
WIC- Nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy supplemental foods, and referrals. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Call the office for more information.

Friday, September 11, 2026, 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Mt. Savage Park, 15701 Iron Rail Street, MT Savage, MD 21545
WIC- Nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy supplemental foods, and referrals. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Call the office for more information.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. & Sunday, September 13, 2026 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Heritage Days Schedule:
- Saturday: H.E.A.L.Mobile Information, ACCU, WIC
- Sunday: H.E.A.L.Mobile Information, To***co Cessation, Prevention

For more information and a full calendar of events, visit myalleganyhealth.org/healmobile. See less

Coming to a neighborhood near you! ACHD is pleased to announce the launch of our new H.E.A.L.Mobile, bringing public health education and services to communities throughout Allegany County! Read on for details on the services offered and our schedule of upcoming events!

09/03/2026

FREE WALK-IN STI SCREENING
September 14, 2026
12:30 - 3:30 PM

Maryland Wellness
519 Mechanic Street
Cumberland, MD

Allegany County Health Department offers FREE, confidential STI screening
for these infections on the H.E.A.L.Mobile!

Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
HIV
Hepatitis B & C (related to risk factors)
Syphilis

DID YOU KNOW?
1 in 5 people in the US have an STI.

Look for the H.E.A.L.Mobile schedule at myalleganyhealth.org/healmobile.

The H.E.A.L.Mobile is supported by the Maryland Community Health Resources Commission. The views presented here are those of the grantee organization and not necessarily those of the Commission, its Executive Director, or its staff.

09/03/2026

RELEASE: Social media campaign will recognize National Preparedness Month by providing tips and resources to be ready for disasters and emergencies. Campaign also encourages Marylanders to volunteer to support their communities. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4x7ycMJ

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month. Are you and your loved ones ready in the event of an emergency? Learn how you can prepare now by developing a family emergency plan and building an emergency kit.

Want to do more? Consider joining the Allegany County Maryland Response volunteer unit. It is absolutely free to join and you will be added to a list of volunteers who would like to be notified so they can help their communities in a public health emergency. Learn more at https://health.maryland.gov/mdr/Pages/Home.aspx.

RELEASE: Social media campaign will recognize National Preparedness Month by providing tips and resources to be ready for disasters and emergencies. Campaign also encourages Marylanders to volunteer to support their communities. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4x7ycMJ