Hospital Capacity In Columbia Area: Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Howard County and across MD.

$2M Set Aside To Support Howard County Hospital During Surge

Howard County General Hospital will receive $2M to help staff during the latest COVID-19 surge while the health department will get $400K.

Where To Get COVID Tests, Find Vaccine In Howard County: Jan. 11

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Tuesday, the state has 850,316​ confirmed cases.

Where To Get COVID Tests, Find Vaccine In Howard County: Jan. 5

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Tuesday, the state has 776,230​ confirmed cases.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Columbia Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Howard County and across MD.

COVID Strikes More Than Half Of HoCo Detention Center Inmates

More than half of the inmates at the Howard County Detention Center have tested positive for COVID-19, the county health department reports.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Columbia Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Howard County and across MD.

Virtual Activity Program Kicks Off Jan. 1 In HoCo With Prizes

Fit for the Frontlines kicks off Jan. 1 and will award prizes to the top finishers.

COVID Testing In Howard County: Where To Find Locations

Here's where to find COVID-19 testing sites in Howard County as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise during the holidays.

Walgreens, CVS, Amazon Limit COVID-19 Tests For MD Shoppers

Walgreens, CVS and Amazon have imposed a purchase limit on at-home COVID-19 testing products in Maryland and nationwide.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Columbia Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Howard County and across MD.

COVID Testing In Howard County: Where To Find Locations

Here's where to find COVID-19 testing sites in Howard County as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise before the holidays.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them In Columbia

Boosters available in Columbia help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.

Hospital Capacity In Columbia Area: Latest

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Howard County and across MD.

Kids COVID Vaccination Clinic Saturday At Bain 50+ Center In HoCo

Kids ages 5 to 11 can get the Pfizer COVID vaccine at a special clinic Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bain 50+ Center in HoCo.

3 Kids' COVID Vaccination Clinics Hosted By HCPSS This Week

The Howard County Public School System has set up three COVID vaccination clinics this week for kids age 5 to 11.

What's Going Around In MD? Flu, COVID Top The List Of Germs

Influenza type A appears to be invading MD, with symptoms similar to COVID. Hospital officials warn beds are as filling with COVID patients.

Howard County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

The rate of new cases has decreased recently in Howard County.

Officials Aim To Vaccinate All 31K Howard County Kids

Howard County officials hope to vaccinate all 31,000 residents age 5 to 11 against COVID-19.

Young Kids Could Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Starting Friday In HoCo

The Howard County Health Department anticipates starting child vaccine clinics Friday if the vaccine supply is received by Thursday.

Howard County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Howard County compares to the U.S.

Register For HoCo Community Health Worker Training, Certification

Register by Dec. 15 for community health worker training and certification offered by Howard County General Hospital starting Jan. 10.

22K Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Howard County Reported

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 561,718​ confirmed cases.

FDA Update On Source Of Tainted Onions: MD Salmonella Outbreak

Companies that shipped and sold salmonella-tainted onions to Maryland consumers have been named in a national recall. Here's the latest.

Where To Drop Off Unused Prescription Drugs In Columbia

The 21st National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be held Oct. 23. Here’s where to take unused pills in Howard County.

Dr. Jordan Zaner Joins Dental Designs of Maryland

Premier implant and family dentist the newest member of the Dental Designs of Maryland team of award-winning doctors.

Find COVID-19 Vaccination Sites In Howard County: Oct. 12

Wondering where to find the COVID-19 vaccine this week? Patch has the answers.

22K Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Howard County Reported

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 545,028​ confirmed cases.

22,257 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Howard County Reported

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 537,327​ confirmed cases.

Residences at Vantage Point Raises $10,000 to End Alzheimer's

Retirement community in Downtown Columbia fields 54-member team of residents, employees, friends and family members for fundraiser

Virtual View of Medicare and Insurance in Retirement is Sept. 29

Online seminar tomorrow helps retirees understand their coverage options in preparation for open enrollment

Latino Health Fair Oct. 9 Offers Vaccines, Health Services

Spanish speakers in Howard County can receive COVID-19 vaccines, flu vaccines and other health services for free at the Latino Health Fair.

2021 Boston Marathon Runners From HoCo: Meet The Athletes

Howard County has 37 runners in the Oct. 11 race, which is being held more than 900 days after the last Boston Marathon due to COVID-19.

Kirsten Corazzini awarded Alzheimer's Association grant

Kirsten Corazzini, Ph.D., FSGA, is one of eight national recipients of the Alzheimer's Association's Advancing Research on Care and Outcome

Find COVID-19 Vaccination Sites In Howard County: Sept. 21

Wondering where to find the COVID-19 vaccine this week? Patch has the answers.

Confirmed Coronavirus Case Total In Howard County Reaches 21,733

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 520,236​ confirmed cases.

Residences at Vantage Point Offers Online Medicare Seminar

"A Fresh Outlook on Your Smart Future" helps you understand your insurance coverage options just in time for open enrollment

Virtual Health Classes, Support Groups Offered This Fall

Howard County General Hospital​ will host free health education workshops and support groups in September, October and November.

State Health Department Names Vantage Point to Top 10 List

Staff vaccination rate is 97% and resident vaccination rate is 100% at retirement community in Downtown Columbia

Where Are COVID-19 Vaccination Sites In Howard County: Sept. 14

Wondering where to find the COVID-19 vaccine this week? Patch has the answers.