Free Health Workshops Begin In September Through HCGH

Howard County General Hospital will be offering free living well workshops in September.

Vantage Point Presents Joy Loverde on Solo Aging and Eldercare

Popular author leads two separate sessions: one for older adults living alone and one for adult children and other caregivers

'It’s OK To Ask' Suicide Prevention Program Expands In Howard County

Howard County will expand the “It’s OK to Ask” suicide prevention campaign.

Local Health Department Expands "It's OK to Ask" Mental Health Program

Suicide prevention campaign seeks to raise awareness and reduce stigma about mental health across all ages and cultures

COVID-19 Cases On The Rise At 3 HCPSS Schools: Official

Three buildings within the HCPSS are reporting an increase in COVID-19 cases, according to school and health officials.

Partnership Hosts Spring BikeAround Downtown Columbia May 14-15

Course begins and ends in Color Burst Park in Merriweather District, then continues to Columbia Lakefront and Village of Oakland Mills

Moms Connect Virtually During Global Pandemic To Support Health

A group of Howard County moms switched from in-person workouts and connections to Zoom meetings and virtual sessions during the pandemic.

Find COVID Tests, Get Vaccinated In Howard County: Feb. 22

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Tuesday, the state has 998,888​ confirmed cases.

Find COVID Tests, Get Vaccinated In Howard County: Feb. 10

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Thursday, the state has 967,917​ confirmed cases.

Highest COVID Vaccination Rate In Maryland Claimed By HoCo

Howard County claims the highest COVID vaccination rate in Maryland with 85.4 percent of residents age 12 and older fully vaccinated.

Opioid Overdoses Decline In Howard County In 2021: Report

According to the latest report from Howard County, opioid overdoses declined in 2021, including a 61 percent drop in fatal overdoses.

Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area: Latest

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

The Longest Day® puts your passion to work to fight Alzheimer's

Fundraiser allows participants to pick an activity of their choice

Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area: Latest

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

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area

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

Find COVID Tests, Get Vaccinated In Howard County: Jan. 18

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Tuesday, the state has 909,424​ confirmed cases.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area

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

EMS Surge Level I Rolled Out In HoCo Due To Ambulance Shortage

An EMS surge level 1 was issued Thursday night due to a shortage of ambulances. The warning was lifted but hospitals are quite busy.

Free COVID Test Kits Available Thursday From Health Department

The HoCo Health Department will hand out 666 COVID-19 kits Thursday starting at 10:30 a.m. Individuals can pick up no more than two kits.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area

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

New COVID Testing Site Announced In Howard County For Employees

A new COVID testing site has been announced in Howard County to help employees stay healthy and keep businesses and services going.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area

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

Highest COVID Case Level In HoCo, Where To Find Vaccine: Dec. 28

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Tuesday, the state has 675,364​ confirmed cases.

Latest: Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area

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

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them In Howard County

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

Hospital Capacity In Ellicott City Area: Latest

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

21043 Zip Code Has Highest COVID Case Level In HoCo: Dec. 6

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 592,679​ confirmed cases.

Howard County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

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

21043 Zip Code Has Highest COVID Case Count In HoCo: Nov. 22

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 578,851​ confirmed cases.

Find COVID-19 Vaccination Sites In Howard County: Nov. 16

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

274 New COVID Cases, 23K Total Confirmed In HoCo: Nov. 16

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Tuesday, the state has 573,044​ confirmed cases.

23K Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Howard County Reported

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 566,637​ confirmed cases.

Find COVID-19 Vaccination Sites In Howard County: Nov. 3

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

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.

Where To Drop Off Unused Prescription Drugs In Howard County

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

22,658 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Howard County Reported

According to the Maryland Department of Health, as of Monday, the state has 551,264​ confirmed cases.

Planet Fitness Ellicott City to Host Grand Opening, Oct. 26

Community invited to autographs/photo ops with Raven and Terps men's basketball players, free workouts, food, prizes & special joining offer

Find COVID-19 Vaccination Sites In Howard County: Oct. 8

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

$1.5M Grant Funding To Support HoCo Residential Treatment Centers

Howard County has received $1.5 million in grant funding, which will allow three residential treatment centers to coordinate care.

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

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