Morgan County Health Department

02/22/2026

Due to inclement weather forecast for our area, our Morgan County Health Department office will plan to open at 10:30am on Monday, February 23, 2026. Conditions will be reassessed in the morning, as needed. Stay safe and well.

02/20/2026

🚨 Road Closure 🚨

UPDATED @ 0815

*Powerhouse Road at the low water Bridge was closed overnight due to high water.

*Johnsons Mill Road at the low water bridge, this includes a ice jam at the bridge please avoid that area

Please use caution during travel as there is standing water in places from overnight rains. The rain does appear to be moving out of the area. We should remain fairly dry from now until the early AM Sunday morning when the possibility of snow begins throughout the day. We will update as forecast change.

02/20/2026

Tuberculosis (TB) is preventable and treatable. Learn the differences between inactive TB and active TB disease, how TB affects the body, and why testing and treatment protect you and your community. Read more: https://wix.to/6pa9ad1

Per CDC EspañolKey points • Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. • Two TB-related conditions exist: inactive TB and active TB disease. • Getting tested and treated for TB can protect yourself, your family and friends, and your community.TB usually affe...

02/18/2026

Updated Agenda and Location for the Berkeley-Morgan County Board of Health meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM — now in person at the Berkeley County Health Department and virtual via Zoom. Agenda includes departmental reports, financial and health officer updates, and more. Read the full agenda and details: https://wix.to/95AXgxw

Date/Time: February 23, 2026, at 4:00pmLocations: Berkeley County Health Department & Virtual via ZoomCall to Order/Opening Comments -Teresa McCabeApproval of AgendaReview/Acceptance of Minutes: January 2026Departmental Reports: • Epi Report – Robert Deener • Nursing Report – Tanya Manley .....

02/17/2026

❤️❤️ Join us to save lives ❤️❤️

The American Legion Post 60 in Berkeley Springs will be hosting a blood drive on 3/6/2026. Please donate either register for an appointment online or come on down as a walk in appointment. All donors receive a $15.00 Amazon Gift Card by email. Please make sure your email is registered with the American Red Cross.

02/17/2026

Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) is rare but can become life-threatening quickly. Know the early signs — fever, chills, muscle aches, nausea — and seek immediate medical care if symptoms worsen. Read our public health blog post for what to watch for and when to get help: https://wix.to/cKjsyK9

Per CDC EspañolKey points • Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is a rare, but serious bacterial infection. • STSS can develop very quickly into a life-threatening emergency. • People with STSS need immediate care in a hospital and antibiotics. • Treatment focuses on managing low bloo...

02/17/2026

For the safety of our clients and staff, our office will open at 9:30am this morning, 02/17/26.
Please be safe traveling this morning.

02/15/2026

No matter where you live in West Virginia, help is just three digits away.

📞 Call 211 to speak with a trained specialist who can connect you to local resources—anytime, day or night.

Support is available statewide, and you’re never alone.

02/15/2026

Mark your calendars🗓 and register before March 27th.

02/13/2026

Agenda posted: Our next meeting of the Berkeley-Morgan County Board of Health will be held on February 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM — in person at the Morgan County Health Department or virtually via Zoom. Read the full agenda and meeting details: https://wix.to/qBT8BJG

Date/Time: February 23, 2026, at 4:00pmLocations: Morgan County Health Department & Virtual via ZoomCall to Order/Opening Comments -Teresa McCabeApproval of AgendaReview/Acceptance of Minutes: January 2026Departmental Reports: • Epi Report – Robert Deener • Nursing Report – Tanya Manley • ...

02/13/2026

New public health post: Streptococcus pneumoniae — what you need to know. Learn who’s at higher risk, common infections caused by pneumococcus (pneumonia, meningitis, bacteremia), and why staying up to date on vaccines is the best protection. Read more: https://wix.to/L6QFgL0

Per CDC EspañolKey points • Pneumococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. • Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, but certain people are at increased risk. • Keeping up to date with recommended vaccines is the best protection against pneumococcal dis...

02/12/2026

The Morgan County Health Department will be closed in honor of Presidents' Day on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Our office will reopen on Tuesday at 8:30am.