MCM Health Connect
MCM Health Connect is a project funded by the Healthcare Initiative Foundation aimed at raising awareness about the health issues affecting Montgomery County residents and highlighting the resources available to them. The goal of this platform is to direct attention to specific health issues, educate the public around health, and support the work of local healthcare providers and organizations.
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Upcoming County Fair Connects Residents to Critical Resources
Montgomery County officials are urging residents to attend the United in Service and Support Community Resource Fair on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Executive… Read More
Dangers of Diabetes
Fifty years ago, the American Diabetes Association in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) designated November as National Diabetes Month. November was picked to honor the birthday of Dr.… Read More
Healthcare Disparities of MoCo
In this eye-opening episode, BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Digital Storytelling Fellow Marianeli De Leon hosts a critical conversation with Brian Smedley, Senior Fellow at The Urban Institute, and Scott Maucione, Health… Read More
Girls on the Run Program, 5K Race Build Up Young Girls
About 3,000 runners participated in the Girls on the Run Fall 5K in Bethesda Sunday. The race finished in the parking lot of Westfield Montgomery mall. Girls on the Run… Read More
Volunteers Needed for Holiday Food Distribution
Thanksgiving is just days away. While many people will hold celebrations with their family that will include turkey and all of the trimmings, some will struggle to put food on… Read More
Local Nonprofit Helps Asian American Community Stay Healthy
The Chinese Culture and Community Service Center (CCACC) has had a presence in Montgomery County for decades. The nonprofit organization marked its 42nd anniversary in November. A spokesperson for the… Read More
County Commemorates World AIDS Day With Women’s Sexual Health Event
Workshops focused on Black women’s sexual health and wellness are set for Dec. 3 to commemorate World AIDS Day. The program runs from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the… Read More
Deadline for ‘Speak Up, Save a Life’ Video Contest Extended
The Magnolia Companies partnered with the Good Samaritan Fund for the “Speak Up, Save a Life” video contest. The partnership raised the prize amounts and extended the contest’s due date.… Read More
Asian American Health Initiative Awards $1.5 Million to 14 Community Programs
The Montgomery County Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI), a program under the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), has awarded $1.5 million in grants to 14 community programs. The… Read More
988 Helpline Provides Support as Election Day Stress Peaks
As Election Day arrives, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers crucial support to those feeling heightened stress or anxiety. With polls indicating that about seven in 10 Americans feel… Read More
Coping With Election Anxiety
If you are feeling anxious about the upcoming Presidential election, you are not alone. A new Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Research poll found about 7 in 10 Americans are… Read More
New CDC Guidelines on Covid-19 Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new vaccine guidelines last week. The recommendations are for people 65 years or older and for people with weak immune systems.… Read More