Charles County Department of Health Suspends County Wide Perc Testing
For Immediate Release News Release #2026-003Thursday, April 9, 2026 Media ContactLinda Warren, Public Information Officer Office: 301-609-6759 | Mobile: 301-848-5735Email: Linda.Warren@maryland.gov Charles County Department of Health Suspends County Wide Perc Testing The Charles County Department of Health, Division of Environmental Health Services is suspending wet season testing as of April 13, 2026. Our current ground water monitoring network […]
Hypertension Risk Factors: What Increases Your Chances of Developing High Blood Pressure?
Hypertension Risk Factors: What Increases Your Chances of Developing High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common chronic health conditions affecting adults. Because it often develops without symptoms, many people may not realize they have it until serious health problems occur. Understanding the risk factors for hypertension is […]
How Diet Impacts Blood Pressure: Heart-Healthy Foods That Help Lower Hypertension
How Diet Impacts Blood Pressure: Heart-Healthy Foods That Help Lower Hypertension High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects millions of Americans and is a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Fortunately, one of the most effective ways to manage or lower blood pressure is through healthy eating habits. The foods you eat […]
Avian Flu in Local Goose Population
Avian Flu In Local Goose Population November 20, 2023 The Charles County Department of Health has been alerted by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of the State Veterinarian of the possibility of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) infection in dead geese collected in Waldorf. CDC considers the current risk to the general public from the H5N1 bird […]
Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Peanut Butter (May 2022)
Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Peanut Butter (May 2022) Do not eat, serve, or sell recalled Jif peanut butter; FDA’s investigation ongoing May 20, 2022 The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Senftenberg infections linked to certain Jif peanut butter products produced at the J.M. Smucker Company facility […]
