• Home - Improving the health of Cecil County, by providing leadership to find solutions to our health problems through assessment, policy development, and assurance of quality service and education.
• About - The Cecil County Health Department offers services to all county residents through its six divisions.
  • Accreditation - Accreditation is all about performance and quality improvement. It helps us to demonstrate our accountability too, and increase our credibility among our stakeholders, partners, and the community.
• Services - How can the Cecil County Health Department benefit you? Check into our behavioral health, addiction services, medical transportation, and more.
  • Access to Healthcare - Are you looking for access to healthcare in Cecil County? Click the link to find the resources that you need.
    • Administrative Care Coordination - Administrative Care Coordination ensures clients remain in care and have access to needed health care services, local resources, and programs.
    • MCHP - Medical Assistance for Families will provide free health services to those who qualify. Eligibility depends on family size and income, click the link to learn more.
    • WIC - WIC is a federally funded program that provides healthy foods and nutrition counseling to eligible pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children.
  • Birth and Death Certificates - The Cecil County Health Department is able to provide certified copies of birth certificates for persons born in Maryland from 1939 to present.
  • Medical Transportation - Transportation services are available for non-emergency medical appointments for qualified Medicaid recipients.
  • Behavioral Health - Network of Care for Behavioral Health is an online information place for those concerned with mental health substance abuse, and developmental disabilities.
    • Naloxone Training - Naloxone, also known as Narcan®, is a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. To schedule training, please call (443) 245-3785.
    • Harm Reduction - For peer support, including referral to treatment and other services, please call 410-996-5106.
    • Tobacco Cessation - Breaking the Habit in Behavioral Health (BH2) is a free tobacco cessation program designed to help Cecil County residents quit tobacco use and make lifetime behavioral changes.
  • Clinic Services - Services are available Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m in the first-floor clinic at the John M. Byers Health Center, 401 Bow St., Elkton.
    • Immunizations - Immunizations are provided via walk-in service Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointments are encouraged to reduce wait times.
    • STI Testing, Treatment, & Prevention - The Health Department provides STD testing, treatment, and counseling by a nurse practitioner.
    • Developmental Disabilities - The Community Services Coordination Program provides services for eligible Cecil County adults and children with developmental disabilities.
    • Communicable Diseases - Reporting of cases of communicable disease is important in the planning and evaluation of disease prevention and control programs. Report to 410-996-5100.
  • Emergency Preparedness - Are you prepared in the event of an emergency? Check out the following resources that can help you better prepare yourself and your family.
  • Environmental Health Services - The Environmental Health Division enforces state regulations, conducts inspections, and issues licenses and permits for everything from soil testing to rabies vaccination clinics.
    • Bathing Beaches - Bathers should be aware that bacteria are always present in natural bathing waters. Check out the water levels here.
    • Bay Restoration Fund - Learn how your sewer or septic fees are helping restore the Chesapeake Bay by funding cleaner water and a healthier environment.
    • Food Safety - Interested in learning more about food safety in Cecil County? Check out some tips and information here.
    • Pools - Need more information about pools in Cecil County? We’ve got you covered. Check this page to learn more.
    • Other Environmental Health Information - No matter what you’re looking for, Cecil County Health Department has you covered. Get all the Environmental Health Information you need.
  • Health Promotion - Your health is important to us. Cecil County Health Department staff provides information and educational materials on health topics upon request.
    • Chronic Disease, Prevention, and Wellness - About half of all adults in the United States have one or more chronic health conditions. Click to learn about chronic disease prevention and more.
    • Healthy Families - A Healthy Start nurse works with the family either in the home or by phone to coordinate care for pregnant women and children under 2 years of age.
    • Cancer Screening Programs - Detect risk and cancer in the early stages with Cecil County’s cancer screening programs.
    • PreventT2, A Program Designed to Help You Prevent Type 2 Diabetes - PreventT2 is a Lifestyle Change Program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Diabetes Translation.
• How Do I? - Have questions, or are looking for a specific resource? Cecil County Health Department can help!
  • Obtain a Birth/Death Certificate - Do you need a birth or death certificate? The Cecil County Health Department is able to provide certified copies of birth certificates for persons born in Maryland from 1939 to present.
  • Enroll in Health Insurance - Be sure that your family is protected and enroll in a health insurance program in person, by calling 410-996-5126, or online.
  • Apply for WIC - Are you looking for WIC eligibility? Click here for resources and where you can apply.
  • Request Medical Transportation - Transportation services are available for non-emergency medical appointments for qualified Medicaid recipients.
  • Apply for Permits - Looking for a form or need to apply for a permit? Check out this page for a list of resources.
  • Find Mental Health/Addiction Services - Are you looking for additional services in Cecil County? Click here to learn more.
  • How to Report Communicable Diseases - To report communicable diseases, potential outbreaks, and other conditions to the Cecil County Health Department.
• Resources - For additional resources in Cecil County, including public health, and drug and alcohol abuse council, please click this link.
  • Health Educational Resources - Take the first step toward better health with our free, easy-to-follow courses.
  • Public Health Laws & Regulations - All Maryland regulations are compiled into the Code of Maryland Regulations, find them here.
    • Recreational Cannabis - Maryland recently legalized recreational cannabis use, making it one of the latest states.
  • Health Advisory Committee - The Health Advisory Committee is a partnership of community organizations, government, groups, and individuals committed to improve the overall quality of health in Cecil County.
    • Cancer Task Force - The Cancer Task Force brings the community together to raise awareness, increase the rate of screenings, and provide resources for those affected.
    • Behavioral Health Advisory Council - The Cecil County Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council identifies priorities and strategies for meeting the evaluation, prevention, and treatment needs of the public and the justice system.
    • Healthy Lifestyles Task Force - The Healthy Lifestyles Task Force works to identify programs and services that help residents take charge of their health, eat right, and be more active.
    • Tobacco Task Force - The Tobacco Task Force brings health officials, law enforcement, schools, businesses, and community leaders together to help Cecil County live tobacco-free.
  • Board of Health Meetings - Board of Health meetings are held twice annually at 200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Elkton, Maryland. Meetings are open to the public.
  • Community Health Data - Click for a list of Cecil County Community Health Data and Reports, for more information call 443-245-3767.
  • Dental Resources - Looking for additional resources for dental health? Click here for a list of in-state and out-of-state resources.
  • Drug Free Cecil Coalition - Drug Free Cecil is a collaboration between several local coalitions working to reduce the impact of substance use among youth in Cecil County.
  • Permits and Forms - Are you looking for specific forms, or need to fill out a permit? Click here for a list of resources and files that you need in Cecil County.
  • Links - Are you looking for additional resources from the Cecil County Health Department? Click here for a complete list.
• Contact - Contact the Cecil County Health Department by filling out our online form, or calling 410-996-5550.
  • Careers - Are you interested in working for the Cecil County Health Department? Find a list of our career openings on this page.
  • Communications Request Form - Click here to learn how the CCHD Communications Department keeps you informed through a variety of digital and traditional media channels.
  • Event Request Form - Planning an event? Submit this form to invite the Cecil County Health Department.