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Celebrate Heart Health Month: Your Heart Matters

Take steps today for a stronger tomorrow—because every beat counts. The Health Department offers classes to help you manage your high blood pressure. Join the Healthy Heart Ambassador (HHA) Program.

Popular Services

Chronic Disease Prevention

Vaccines & Immunizations

Birth & Death Certificates

HIV/AIDS Program

Food Safety, Permits, & Inspections

Health Latest Updates

Health Advisory: Avoid Potomac River Following Major Sewage Spill

A major sewage pipe (Potomac Interceptor) collapsed on Jan. 19, 2026.

Inclement Weather Emergency Preparedness Tips

During a snow emergency, prioritize safety by staying indoors, keeping phones charged, and having emergency supplies like flashlights, batteries, blankets, and water ready.

Health News & Announcements

Press Release

Maryland Department of the Environment Issues Update on Potomac Interceptor Support and Response

February 27, 2026 February 27, 2026

News

Emergency Warming Centers

January 25, 2026 January 25, 2026

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WEATHER ALERT: Air Quality Alert In Effect for the Maryland Suburban D.C. Region

July 30, 2025 July 30, 2025

Upcoming Health Events

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March 25, 2026

Peer Recovery Specialist Training March 25 - 26

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cheverly Health Center

Training Session

GOAT-Expo-Families

May 2, 2026

The G.O.A T Expo 2026 | Greatest of All Time Youth Mental Health Expo

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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May 16, 2026

2026 Spring into Wellness: Health Expo

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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March 2, 2026

Community FLU Vaccine Clinic (Available until June 2026)

9:00 am - 3:00 PM

Cheverly Health Center Health Clinic

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Health Leadership

Dr. Toyin Opesanmi

Health Officer

Dr. Toyin Opesanmi is an experienced family medicine physician with specialized expertise in treating individuals diagnosed with HIV and in addiction medicine. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1998, following her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1987.