Maryland Rural Health Association

02/20/2026

Did you know? 👀 You can follow along with what our legislative and policy team is working on — including the bills we’re actively tracking this session. Stay informed, stay engaged, and see how we’re advocating on your behalf.

02/18/2026

🎙️ New Podcast Episode!

Check out the latest MRHA podcast featuring special guests Lance and Chris from WellCheck!

👉 WellCheck is a platform focused on supporting health and wellness by helping people take control of their care. Learn more at wellcheck.us.

📺 Watch now: https://youtu.be/O-V-KcQxbek?si=AGHmVM9NHDPspnQv

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02/12/2026

February is Heart Health Month.
Break up with high blood pressure this valentines day and fall in love with your heart health! ❤️

If you have high blood pressure or you are caring for someone who has high blood pressure then the Hypertension Self-Management workshop maybe right for you.

Learn more about this FREE workshop by contacting:

Holly Loss
call 410-996-5168 or
email Holly.Loss@maryland.gov

Karly Lakavitch
call 410-996-8170 or
email klakavitch@cecilcountymd.gov

Fill out the online interest form:
https://forms-v2.pattrac.app/form/CECIL/955c8291-5e2d-4536-9472-d76347f07742

02/12/2026

Celebrate Heart Health Month by focusing on actions you can take to protect your heart. This includes controlling your blood pressure, increasing physical activity, managing stress, and quitting to***co use. If you need support to quit smoking, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or text READY to 34191 for free assistance. For more information, visit SmokingStopsHere.com.

02/12/2026

02/12/2026

Valentine's Day is coming up! Are you considering sending a loved one flowers?

Crayola Flowers has BEAUTIFUL arrangements AND allows you to give a portion of your purchase to PPMD to support our mission of empowering Maryland families of loved ones with disabilities, special healthcare needs, and behavioral health needs.

Click here to send an arrangement: https://www.crayolaflowers.com/the_parents_place_of_maryland2972

02/12/2026

The Community Access Grant is LIVE!
Are you working on a project that breaks down communication barriers? TAM is officially accepting applications for our Community Access Grant!
https://mdod.maryland.gov/tam/Pages/commaccessgrnt.aspx

02/12/2026

We're hiring an Outreach Coordinator for Frederick and Carroll Counties in Maryland. To apply and view the requirements, please follow this link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/CF34F027BE836B884CB85A3E4A3F5F3B/jobs/86515

02/11/2026

01/30/2026

We’re excited to announce Senator Arthur Ellis as a confirmed speaker for our Legislative & Policy Luncheon.

🗓 Wednesday, March 4, 2026
⏰ 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Senate Building – Miller West I, Annapolis
📌 2026 MRHA Legislative Luncheon

Senator Ellis was first elected to the Maryland Senate in 2018 and has served since January 9, 2019. He brings strong leadership and legislative experience to the General Assembly.

Current & Recent Assignments:
• Deputy Majority Leader (2024)
• Member, Finance Committee (2023)
• Vice Chair, Rules Committee (2025)

We’re pleased to welcome Senator Ellis and look forward to his perspective on legislative priorities and policy issues impacting Maryland.

01/30/2026

We’re excited to announce Delegate Heather Bagnall, Chair of the Maryland House Health Committee, as a confirmed speaker for our Legislative & Policy Luncheon.

🗓 Wednesday, March 4, 2026
⏰ 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Senate Building – Miller West I, Annapolis
📌 2026 MRHA Legislative Luncheon

Delegate Bagnall was first elected to the Maryland House of Delegates in 2018 and has served since January 9, 2019. She currently represents District 33C and brings extensive leadership experience in health policy.

2026 Assignments:
• Chair, House Health Committee
• Member, House Rules and Executive Nominations Committee

We’re honored to welcome Chair Bagnall and look forward to her insights on Maryland’s health policy landscape.

01/24/2026

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