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.
Learn more about the Healthcare Initiative Foundation here
Recent Posts
View More Posts
County Health Officer: If Experiencing Postpartum Depression, Ask for Help
New parents and anyone who is pregnant or their loved one needs to learn about postpartum depression and how to best seek help, according to Montgomery County Health Officer Dr.… Read More
Montgomery Parks’ Winter Hikes Offer Chance to Explore, Enjoy Outdoors
Montgomery Parks invites residents to embrace the outdoors with a series of winter hikes promoting physical and mental well-being. Options include evening treks, moonlit adventures, dog-friendly hikes, and a flashlight-free… Read More
Commission on Aging to Hold 2 Free Events in December
Montgomery County Commission on Aging will continue their goal of supporting older residents to live active, healthy, and independent lives with two free events this month. The first event will… Read More
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