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Eligibility now includes those age 16-64 with underlying medical conditions

Snow Hill, MD– Starting March 30, 2021, the Worcester County Health Department, based on direction from the State of Maryland, is expanding COVID-19 vaccination (Moderna Vaccine) coverage to include those age 18 and older with underlying medical conditions that increase the risk for severe COVID-19 illness. Those eligible can register online through MarylandVax.org. During the week of March 29-April 2,2021, clinics will be held at the following locations :

• Tuesday, March 30, 2021- Pocomoke Health Center, 400 A-Walnut Street, Pocomoke City
• Thursday, April 1, 2021- Northside Park, 200 125th Street, Ocean City
• Friday, April 2, 2021-Elks Lodge #1624, 1944 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City

Online registration is required through the state of Maryland’s COVID-19 vaccine scheduling website. To register, go to https://www.marylandvax.org/clinic/search. Search “Worcester” to find health department clinic dates and locations. Officials recommend that anyone who is not comfortable filling out web forms seek the help of a friend or family member to complete the registration process. If you are unable to schedule your own appointment or not able to seek help from a friend or family member, please call 667-253-2140 and someone will help you to register. Once registered, you should receive a confirmation email within minutes--be sure to check your spam/junk folder.

Snow Hill, MD– This week, the Worcester County Health Department, based on direction from the State of Maryland, is expanding COVID-19 vaccination coverage to include all adults age 60 and older. Those eligible can register online through marylandvax.org. During the week of March 22-March 26,2021, clinics will be held at the following locations:

• Thursday, March 25, 2021- Northside Park, 200 125th Street, Ocean City
• Friday, March 26, 2021-Elks Lodge #1624, 1944 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City

Online registration is required through the state of Maryland’s COVID-19 vaccine scheduling website. To register, go to https://www.marylandvax.org/clinic/search. Search “Worcester” to find health department clinic dates and locations. Officials recommend that anyone who is not comfortable filling out web forms seek the help of a friend or family member to complete the registration process. If you are unable to schedule your own appointment or not able to seek help from a friend or family member, please call 667-253-2140 and someone will help you to register. Once registered, you should receive a confirmation email within minutes--be sure to check your spam/junk folder.

Worcester Health updates COVID-19 Vaccination Wait List
New system designed to simplify the process and prioritize elderly

Snow Hill, MD– This week the Worcester County Health Department is updating how it registers individuals for COVID-19 vaccine clinics. There is now a single central waiting listing that includes all clinics operated by Worcester Health. To register for this waiting list, call 667-253-2140. Due to limited vaccine supply, we do not expect to post Worcester County Health Department clinics onto MarylandVax.org for the next several weeks.

Snow Hill, Maryland- Atlantic General Hospital and the Worcester County Health Department are proud to announce that they are partnering to sponsor Worcester County Go Red for Women. The campaign will focus on raising awareness among women about heart disease, risk factors, signs/symptoms, and steps you can take to reduce your risk for developing heart disease. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event will be virtual and includes a week-long social media campaign dedicated to educating women about risk factors for heart disease and simple steps you can take to reduce your risk. During the week of February 1- February 5, 2021, Atlantic General Hospital’s and Worcester Health’s social media will feature educational videos promoting heart health.