Gov. Hogan's Press Conference: Updates and Order to Stay Home
March 30, 2020
Includes Order of the Governor of the State of Maryland amending and restating the order of March 23 prohibiting large gatherings and events, closing senior centers, all non-essential businesses and other establishments. Order additionally requires all persons to stay at home.
Maryland Department of Health Announces Five Coronavirus Deaths
Baltimore, MD – The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) tonight announced five deaths as a result of COVID-19: a Prince George’s County resident in his 50s; a Charles County resident in his 50s; a Wicomico County resident in her 60s with underlying medical conditions; a Baltimore City resident in her 60s with underlying medical conditions; and a Baltimore City resident in her 80s with underlying medical conditions.
Read more.
Severe Illness Associated with Using Non-Pharmaceutical Chloroquine Phosphate to Prevent and Treat Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has become aware of two individuals who ingested non-pharmaceutical chloroquine phosphate, a chemical for aquarium use that is commercially available for purchase at stores and through internet websites. One of the individuals died shortly after arrival to the hospital. The second individual was critically ill with severe gastrointestinal symptoms and cardiac conduction abnormalities.
Register to receive emergency, weather, and community notifications, via phone calls, text messages, email and more, about events that may affect your home, your child's school, your parent's home, your workplace or other locations. Register Today"only 7 remaining!"
Effective March 31, CCPS Meal Sites Can Provide Food to Parents without Children Present
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) meal distribution sites can provide parents food without their child being present. However, the pick-up person must be a child’s parent or guardian. Parents/guardians must show staff their child’s CCPS student identification (ID) badge or report card copy showing their student ID number.
During this time of anticipated large demand on the health care delivery system, you are asked to avoid unscheduled visits to your health care provider. It is important to call ahead. People who are mildly ill should not go to emergency departments. Mildly ill people should stay home and contact their health care provider by phone for guidance. Read the MD Dept. of Health COVID-19 Testing FAQs (pdf)
Online Resources and Information
Department of Health COVID-2019
Call Center: 301-609-6717
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Charles County Department of Health call center is available to respond to your urgent question or concern.
The links shown here provide valuable information to stay up-to-date on relevant COVID-19 information from your local, state, and federal government agencies as well as private, relevant sites.
