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Safely Dispose of Your Old and Unused Medications
Have you checked your medicine cabinet lately? Most people have an assortment of outdated and unused medications. It’s important to dispose of these medications carefully, because the chemicals can affect our rivers and lakes, wildlife, and perhaps even human life. The safest option is to take old and unused drugs to a medication disposal event. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is holding a medication turn-in event on Saturday, May 20, between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm at the Smithsburg Volunteer Fire Department, engine bay area. For more information about safe medication disposal, click here.
Are you uninsured or underinsured?
Stop by Robinwood Medical Center on Wednesday, May 26 between 8:30 am and 1:30 pm to find out how you can receive the healthcare you need at low or no cost. Representatives from Washington County Hospital’s patient financial services, the Department of Social Services, and Maryland Physicians Care will be on hand to discuss resources that are available to you. Representatives from the Medication Assistance Center, an organization which has helped thousands of individuals obtain prescription medications at no charge, will also be available.
Want to know more about what’s new at Washington County Hospital and the progress of Meritus Medical Center? Come to the Public Forum.
Tuesday, March 23
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Robinwood Medical Center, Suite 142 (Use the blue or silver entrance)
For more information, call 301-790-8663.
Kidshape®
Are you concerned about your child’s weight and health problems associated with it? KidShape® is a healthy eating and physical activity program for overweight kids ages six to thirteen and their families. It emphasizes eating management, fun activities to get kids moving, and small group classes designed to support families as they make healthy lifestyle changes. Classes will be held Thursday evenings beginning in March. Please call us at 301-790-8964 for more information.
Aquatic Classes
A variety of aquatic classes are offered, including prenatal and aerobic, as well as for individuals with arthritis, diabetes, or joint replacement. Call Total Rehab Care at 301-714-4025 for more information.
Blood Pressure Clinics
Screenings for local residents are offered by Home Health staff at the following locations:
| Location |
Date |
Time |
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| Francis Murphy Apartments |
second Tuesday of each month |
10:00 am |
–11:00 am |
| Williamsport Senior Citizens Center |
second Thursday of each month |
10:30 am |
–11:30 am |
| Hancock Senior Citizens Center |
second Monday of each month |
10:00 am |
–11:00 am |
| Maugansville Senior Citizens Center |
fourth Tuesday of each month |
11:00 am |
–noon |
For more information, call 301-766-7800.
Breast Cancer Clinics
These include free clinical exams, transportation to clinics, and education. Funded by Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Click here for a complete schedule.
| Childbirth Education and Related Classes |
| Prepared childbirth class #1 held the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and class #2 held the first Thursday of each month from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Robinwood Medical Center, suite 122. Cost is $80 per couple, which covers both classes. Light snacks included. |
| Breastfeeding class held the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm at Robinwood Medical Center, suite 122. This class is FREE. Light snacks included. |
| Newborn care class held the third Friday of the month from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm at Robinwood Medical Center, suite 122. This class includes baby care and infant CPR. Cost is $60 per couple with meal included. |
| Prepared childbirth class held the third Saturday of each month from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at Robinwood Medical Center, suite 122. Cost is $125 per couple with breakfast and lunch included. |
| Sibling class held the third Monday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Washington County Hospital, Pangborn Hall. Cost is $25 for the first child and $10 for each additional child. |
All classes except sibling class will be held at Robinwood Medical Center, Suite 122. For more information or to register call 301-790-8214. |
CPR Classes
For information on CPR classes for healthcare professionals call 1-888-803-1518.
Family Birthing Center Tours
Join us for a free tour of the Family Birthing Center every Sunday of the month at 4:30 pm.
Vascular Screenings
These free screenings are for people age fifty-five and older with cardiovascular risk factors. Screenings are available for peripheral arterial disease and abdominal aortic aneurysm, and are by appointment only. Call 301-790-8946.
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