Montgomery County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

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

Where To Drop Off Unused Prescription Drugs In Silver Spring

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

New Case, Vaccination Rates In Silver Spring, Montgomery County

New coronavirus data is available from Montgomery County and the Maryland Department of Health.

Flu Shots: Where To Find 2021 Clinics In Silver Spring

Silver Spring is entering its second flu season amid a pandemic. Luckily, there are plenty of places in town to get a flu shot.

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School Mask, Vaccine Mandates: Maryland Patch Readers Split

More than half of Patch readers said masks should be required in schools this fall, but votes were split in our survey on vaccine mandates.

MOCO Reaches 'Substantial Transmission' Of COVID-19 Cases

Montgomery County reported 605 cases of COVID-19 during the past week, placing it in the CDC's category of substantial transmission.

Hospital Capacity In Silver Spring Area: Update

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Montgomery County and across MD.

Muffins Sold At 7-Eleven, Sam's Club Recalled For Listeria

The voluntary recall affects more than two dozen products sold at 7-Eleven, Stop & Shop, Walmart or Sam's Clubs nationwide.

'Pride In The Plaza' To Kick Off LGBTQ Sexual Health Campaign

Montgomery County is hosting "Pride in the Plaza" to kick off an LGBTQ+ sexual health campaign, part of its plan to end HIV in the county.

Student Vaccine Clinic Wednesday At Montgomery Blair High School

MOCO public school students ages 12 and up can get their first vaccine dose at a clinic Wednesday, June 9, at Montgomery Blair High School.

One-Day Vaccine Clinic In Silver Spring Opens Tuesday, June 7

A pop-up clinic will offer first dose Pfizer vaccinations at the Enclave Apartments on June 7, from 4 to 8. Second doses will be June 29.

The Effect of COVID-19 on Cancer Screenings

Oncologist from Maryland Oncology Hematology Vinni Juneja, M.D. shares the importance of getting your cancer screening during Covid-19.

COVID-19 In Montgomery Co: 26 Cases, 4 Deaths Added On May 27

Health officials in Montgomery County added 26 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, as well as four more deaths associated with the virus.

County Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases; Over 50% Fully Vaccinated

Montgomery County added 16 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, pushing its pandemic total to 70,728​. Zero new deaths were reported overnight.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

County Adds 30 New Cases; Over 60% Received COVID-19 Shot

Health officials in Montgomery County added 30 new COVID-19 cases Friday, as well as one more death associated with the virus.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

Montgomery Co. Reports 55 New COVID-19 Cases, 3 More Deaths

Wednesday's additions push the total number of confirmed cases and deaths in Montgomery County to 70,353​ and 1,486​, respectively.

Zero New COVID-19 Deaths Reported In MoCo, Case Total Hits 70,298

Montgomery County added 41 new coronavirus cases overnight, according to public health data. The local death toll remains at 1,483​.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

Silver Spring Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the U.S. blood supply.

County Reports 69 New COVID-19 Cases, No New Deaths Overnight

Montgomery County added 69 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, according to official data. The local death toll remains at 1,477.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

How Much Of Montgomery County Population Is Vaccinated?

Here is how the Silver Spring area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

County Records 91 New COVID-19 Cases; Nearly 50% Received Vaccine

Montgomery County added 91 new COVID-19 cases on Friday. To date, nearly 50 percent of residents have received their first vaccine dose.

How Close Are Silver Spring Area Hospitals To Capacity? Update

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Montgomery County.

County Adds 80 New COVID-19 Cases; Positivity Rate Drops

Montgomery County added 80 new COVID-19 cases and one more coronavirus-related death on Tuesday. The test positivity rate sits at 2.95%.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

County Adds 136 New Cases, 44% Of Residents Get COVID-19 Shot

Montgomery County added 136 new coronavirus cases and two more deaths on Friday.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

Montgomery County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

Here is how the Silver Spring area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

160 New Coronavirus Cases, 3 Deaths Reported In Montgomery County

The new cases and deaths are reported at a time when more than 407,000 county residents have received at least one dose of the vaccines.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

127 New COVID-19 Cases, 4 More Deaths Reported In Montgomery Co.

Since its outbreak emerged in March 2020, Montgomery County has reported 66,831​​ COVID-19 infections and 1,430 deaths.

Free COVID-19 Testing This Week In Montgomery County

Montgomery County-run clinics are offering free coronavirus tests to residents this week.

Coronavirus Cases Up In Silver Spring Area Despite Vaccination Increase

Here is how Maryland is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

Silver Spring Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a few blood drives soon in the Silver Spring area. The pandemic continues to affect the nation's blood supply.

County Expands Vaccine Eligibility, Expresses Frustration With MD

In response to a new state directive, Montgomery County will be expanding vaccine eligibility to residents 60 years of age and older.