Baltimore, MD – The Maryland Department of Health (MDH), local jurisdictions, and their partners operate COVID-19 testing sites throughout the state which are also now being used in many cases for COVID-19 vaccination services. This weekly advisory provides information about testing site locations and hours operated by local health departments, as well as the status of their vaccination efforts at this time and how to find out more.

Please note that inclement weather is still possible, and may disrupt both testing and vaccinations in some areas. It is always advisable to check with the site before your scheduled appointment.

Vaccination sites across the state are operating on an appointment-only basis at this time, and walk-ins will not be permitted.  On Friday, March 12, Governor Larry Hogan announced a new platform for eligible Marylanders to pre-register to receive a COVID-19 vaccine at one of the state’s mass vaccination sites. Once pre-registered, Marylanders will be notified once an appointment is available, and will be able to verify their pre-registration status and reserve an appointment. Marylanders in Phase 1 eligible populations are now able to pre-register online at covidvax.maryland.gov or by phone through the state’s COVID-19 vaccination support center at 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829).

Even if you are vaccinated, it is believed that you can still spread COVID-19. And if you are not vaccinated, you are vulnerable to new and contagious variants, so testing continues to be critical to ending this pandemic. 

MDH encourages the following individuals to get COVID-19 tests:

  • Symptomatic individuals;
  • All who suspect exposure, including those who are asymptomatic;
  • Individuals who are at risk of exposure, including workers in frequent contact with the public in health care, emergency services, food and grocery, retail or manufacturing, public transportation, educational, and other congregate settings;
  • Individuals who have been in large gatherings indoors; and
  • Individuals who have traveled recently, including those who have traveled to a state with a COVID-19 test positivity rate above ten percent or a case rate over 20 per 100,000.
MARYLAND’S STATE COVID-19 TESTING AND VACCINATION INFORMATION:

Maryland Department of Health Sites:

Testing:

  • Annapolis - Calvert & Bladen Streets (Anne Arundel) – Public appointments are available Monday, March 15; Wednesday, March 17; and Thursday, March 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Walk-ins will be accommodated Mondays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; and Tuesdays through Fridays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  •  Baltimore Convention Center (Baltimore City) – Open Monday, March 15; Wednesday, March 17; and Friday, March 19, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. each day. Walk-ups and appointments, visit umms.org/bccfh to schedule an appointment for testing. NOTE: These are new days and hours for the site. 

Mass Vaccination Sites:

Governor Larry Hogan has announced that Maryland will have at least one mass vaccination site in each region of Maryland (5 total) by the end of March. 

The following vaccination sites are now accepting appointments:

  • Prince George’s County: Six Flags America 
  • Baltimore City: M & T Bank Stadium 
  • Charles County: Regency Furniture Stadium 

All Marylanders can receive updates by texting ‘MdReady’ to 898-211. Marylanders in Phase 1 eligible populations are now able to pre-register online at covidvax.maryland.gov or by phone through the state’s COVID-19 vaccination support center at 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829). In Baltimore City, the Baltimore Convention Center is focused on providing shots to underserved populations. To submit a vaccine request for Baltimore Convention Center, visit umms.org/BCCvaccine.

Please remember that with demand for vaccines exceeding the supplies available from the federal government, appointment availability remains limited. 

Allegany County Health Department

Testing:

  • Allegany County Fairgrounds (11000 Moss Ave., Cumberland) – Open Monday, March 15, 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Wednesday, March 17 and Friday, March 19, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. each day.

Vaccinations:  Vaccinations are available by appointment only.  Everyone interested in receiving a vaccine when it becomes available to them should complete the ACHD online COVID-19 Vaccine Interest Form HERE.  It is important to note that the interest form is NOT an appointment scheduler, but rather a contact database for when vaccine supplies become available.  When it is your turn for vaccination, you will be contacted by either the health department on UPMC Western Maryland to set up your appointment.

Anne Arundel County Department of Health

Testing:

Visit AAHealth.org/COVID19-Testing to find hours of operation and other information about Anne Arundel County testing sites.

Vaccinations: Currently, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health is providing vaccine appointments ONLY to the Phase 1A group, Phase 1B group and County residents age 65 and older. Preregister on the COVID Vaccinations Sign-Up Form. Sign up here. (https://aacounty.org/covidvax)  As your priority group rolls out, you will receive an email with available clinic locations and appointment times. Rollout information: https://aahealth.org/vaccine-allocation/

Baltimore City Health Department:

Testing:

  • Zeta Center (4501 Reisterstown Rd.) – Open Tuesday, March 16, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., weather permitting
  • Franciscan Center (101 W 23rd Street) – Open Wednesday, March 17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., weather permitting
  • Rehoboth Church of Deliverance (603 E. Patapsco Ave)  – Open Thursday, March 18, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., weather permitting
  • HARBEL Community Organization (5807 Harford Road) – Open Friday, March 19, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., weather permitting (drive through site)

NOTE: These are outdoor testing sites – please dress accordingly. Additional testing locations in Baltimore City and information on closures can be found at where to get tested in Baltimore City.

Vaccinations: BCHD is currently in 1C - prioritizing older adults, 65 and older. Eligible Baltimore City older adults can sign up here or call the Maryland Access Point (MAP) hotline 410-396-CARE (2273) to record their interest in receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.  Whether older adults sign-up online or via our MAP hotline, they will be contacted when an appointment becomes available.  People with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) are eligible for vaccines and are invited to pre-register by filling out our I/DD Vaccine Interest Form. An appointment is needed for BCHD vaccination clinics; walk ups will not be accepted at this time.   

Baltimore County Department of Health:

Testing:

●       Dundalk Health Center (Dunmanway) – Open Monday, March 15, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

●       Randallstown - Liberty Family Resource Center (Resource Dr.) – Open Monday, March 15, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

●       Lansdowne Health Center (Annapolis Road) – Open Monday, March 15, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

●       Timonium Fairgrounds – Open Tuesday, March 16 and Thursday, March 18, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. each day. Appointments preferred, but residents will not be turned away.

●       Randallstown – New Antioch Baptist Church (Old Court Road) – Open Wednesday, March 17 and Friday, March 19, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. both days.

NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for testing at all county health department testing locations. Schedule online at BaltimoreCountyMD.gov/COVIDTest

Vaccinations: Baltimore County Department of Health is currently serving Phase 1A and 1B for COVID-19 vaccinations. Please be sure to complete our vaccine registry form in order to be contacted when we are serving your priority group and when a vaccine appointment  is available. Please note that completing our registry form does not schedule a vaccination appointment.

Calvert County Health Department:

Vaccinations: Calvert County residents who wish to receive a COVID-19 vaccination may pre-register online. Any Calvert County resident age 18 and older may pre-register   at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/Vaccine. Residents are strongly encouraged to use the online pre-registration form for COVID vaccinations. An information call center is also available to assist residents without internet access who wish to pre-register for vaccination. For questions or assistance, residents may call 410-535-0218, Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Caroline County Health Department

Vaccinations: The Caroline County Health Department continues to vaccinate those 65 years and older, those 75 years and older, those still in Phase 1 A who decided now to get the Moderna, and teachers. If you are interested in receiving a vaccination through the Caroline County Health Department, visit their website at Caroline County Health Department or call 410-479-8000 to learn more.

Carroll County Health Department

Testing:

  • Westminster - Carroll County Agricultural Center (Agricultural Center Dr.) – Open Tuesday, March 16; Thursday, March 18; and Sunday, March 21, 10 a.m.–12 noon each day. For more information and to schedule an appointment, visit https://cchd.maryland.gov/covidtesting/.

Vaccinations: The Carroll County Health Department continues to vaccinate people in 1A and 1B at closed clinics by appointment only. They are beginning to vaccinate people in 1C as vaccine supply allows. If you are interested in receiving a vaccination through the Carroll County Health Department, complete an interest form here https://cchd.maryland.gov/covid-19-interest-forms/ and they will contact you when an appointment is available.

Cecil County Department of Health

Testing:

  • Cecil County Health Department (100 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton) – Open Monday, March 15, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.; Wednesday, March 17, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Appointments are required and can be made here: https://covidtesting.pattrac.app/cecil.

Vaccinations: Please contact cecilcovid.vaccineinfo@maryland.gov or 410-996-1005 for information regarding COVID-19 Vaccination.

Charles County Health Department

Testing:

  • La Plata - Laurel Springs Park (5940 Radio Station Road) - Open Thursday, March 18, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Appointments can be made at: covidtest.maryland.gov. 

Vaccinations:  If you are in Phase 1A, 1B, or 1C, pre-registered, and have not yet received the vaccination, you will receive an email to schedule your appointment when slots become available.  To pre-register with Charles County Health Department, complete the pre-registration form HERE to receive a link (when it becomes available) to schedule a COVID-19 vaccination appointment. Regency Furniture Stadium is now operating as a mass vaccination facility serving Southern Maryland. Marylanders in Phase 1 eligible populations are now able to pre-register online at covidvax.maryland.gov or by phone through the state’s COVID-19 vaccination support center at 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829).

Dorchester County Health Department

Testing:

  • Cambridge - Governors Hall (Sailwinds Park, 200 Byrn Street) – Open Wednesday, March 17, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

Vaccinations: Dorchester County has expanded to Phase 1C of Maryland's Vaccination Plan. Due to limited supply, vaccines may not be fully available to many individuals and groups in Phase 1C for several weeks. If interested in getting vaccinated, fill out this interest form: COVID-19 Vaccine Interest Form (Spanish: Interés por la vacuna COVID-19)

Eastern Shore - Serving Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot counties

Testing:

  • UMD Shore Regional Health - Chesapeake College (Wye Mills campus) – Open Monday, March 15, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Visit COVIDtest.Maryland.gov to schedule.

Frederick County Health Department

Testing:

  •  Hillcrest Golden Mile/Route 40 COVID-19 Community Testing Clinic - Open Monday, March 15 through Friday, March 19, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 20 and Sunday, March 21, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Outside, walk-up testing.

NOTE: No documentation, insurance, doctor note, or symptoms needed. Face coverings and physical distancing required. Frederick County also supports a number of other short-term testing operations throughout the county which are also free and open to all - for an updated calendar for this week’s event, visit COVID-19 Community Testing Calendar. 

Vaccinations: Frederick County Health Department is currently vaccinating people who live or work in Frederick County in groups: 1A, 1B, and has newly begun to vaccinate people in 1C in the 65-74* age group.  The process for each is different, and you can find out more by visiting our website  HERE. Frederick County Government has developed an online pre-registration system. If you live or work in Frederick County and are interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, please complete this form: Frederick County COVID-19 Vaccine Interest Form. Other vaccinators in the county may be vaccinating all eligible groups. You can use covidvax.maryland.gov to find a provider near you by zip code. Check back as more are being added each week.

Garrett County Health Department

Testing:

  • MEDCO Building (McHenry Business Park at 46 Business Park Drive, Accident, Maryland) – Open Tuesday, March 16 and Thursday, March 18, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. To make an appointment visit https://mako.exchange/scheduler/registration/?location=2409 call 301-334-7697. Appointments are not required, but pre-registration is highly encouraged. Persons who do NOT have symptoms will be tested indoors; persons who DO have symptoms will be tested in their car in a drive-through lane.

Vaccinations: Garrett County Health Department is currently scheduling vaccination appointments for groups 1A and 1B, as well as people 65 and older who are in 1C. When appointments are available, a registration link is available at the top of garretthealth.org. Qualified individuals who are unable to register online and are eligible under current guidelines may also call our hotline at 301-334-7698.

Harford County Health Department

Testing:

  • Aberdeen - University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (McHenry Rd.) –Open Monday, March 15; Wednesday, March 17; and Friday, March 19, 8 a.m.–12 noon each day. Visit COVIDtest.Maryland.gov to schedule.

Vaccinations: Harford County Health Department is vaccinating phases 1A, 1B, & 1C. In order to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine in an efficient manner, we are pre-screening for eligibility to help to expedite the scheduling of appointments:  PLEASE CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE FORM Once we know the availability of the vaccine, we will send you a link to register for a clinic day and time to the email that is provided. If you need help filling out this form please call 410-838-1500 then press 4.

Howard County Health Department

Testing:

Howard County Health Department and Howard County General Hospital have completed our winter testing.  Those who wish to locate other testing sites can visit our website at www.hchealth.org.

Vaccinations: Howard County Health Department continues to vaccinate priority groups in phases 1A, 1B, and 1C as quickly as very limited supplies allow. For more information and to pre-register by your eligibility, please visit Howard County Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine.

Kent County Health Department

Testing:

  • Chestertown - 1210 Washington Ave. – Open Tuesday, March 16,  8:30 a.m.– 1 p.m. Call KCHD at 410-778-1350 to schedule.

 Vaccinations: The Kent County Health Department receives vaccines weekly and posts clinics here. You can also use this link to add your contact information to be notified when new clinics are added. 

Montgomery County Health Department

Testing:

  • Wheaton Library and Community Recreation Center (Georgia Ave.) – Tuesday, March 16 and Wednesday, March 17, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. each day; Friday, March 19, 2 p.m. – 6p.m.
  • Germantown Community Center (Kingsview Road) – Open Monday, March 15; Tuesday, March 16 and Friday, March 19, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. each day.
  • Silver Spring Civic Building ( Veteran's PL) Open Monday, March 15, 10 a.m. -6 p.m.; and Thursday, March 16, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

NOTE: In addition to the standing sites listed above, Montgomery County DHHS will operate several temporary sites in cooperation with local partners each week. To find a complete list of sites and hours of operation, and to schedule an appointment, visit MoCoCOVIDTesting.org. Appointments are not required but are strongly encouraged. 

Vaccinations: Montgomery County is currently vaccinating the remainder of Priority Group 1A and has begun vaccinating Priority Group 1B, Tier 1 (75+).  We have opened pre registration for all residents in Groups 1A, 1B and 1C.  If you are in those groups, please visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/COVID19/vaccine.

Prince George's County Health Department

Testing:

  • First United Methodist Church of Hyattsville (Belcrest Rd.) – Open Monday, March 15; Thursday, March 18 and Saturday, March 20, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. each day, weather permitting.
  • Ft. Washington - Adventist Medical Group (Indian Head Hwy.) – Open Monday, March 15; Tuesday, March 16; and Friday, March 19, 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. each day.

Vaccinations: Prince George’s County has entered Phase 1C for pre-registration. At this time, we are asking all County residents and those who work in the County, who are in 1C, to make sure you have filled out a pre-registration form. The County Health Department is vaccinating people in Phases 1A and 1B. Those in 1C who have pre-registered will receive appointments as they become available, which we anticipate could take several weeks or longer. Those who have signed up for appointments who do not live or work in the County will not receive a vaccination at our County sites, and their appointments are being canceled. You must provide proof of residency or proof of employment at the time of appointment.

Queen Anne's County Department of Health

Testing:

  • Queen Anne’s County Department of Health – 206 N. Commerce Street, Centreville – Open Tuesday, March 16, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., weather permitting. Testing is located in the rear parking lot accessible from Banjo Lane.

Vaccinations: Appointments are currently for group Phase 1A and 1B. Please do not reserve an appointment if you are not in this group. If you need assistance with making an appointment, please call 443-262-9909, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

St. Mary's County Health Department

Testing: 

St. Mary's County Health Dept coordinates multiple testing sites in the county. No orders or appointments required. Walk-up and drive-thru options. See www.smchd.org/covid-19-testing for up-to-date information on testing sites, hours, and how to get results.

Vaccinations: St. Mary’s County Health Department is currently vaccinating in phase 1C for those who work or live in St. Mary's County. See http://www.smchd.org/covid-19-vaccine/ for information about vaccine eligibility and registration in the county.

Somerset County Health Department

Testing:

  • Westover - Somerset County Health Department, (8928 Sign Post Road, Westover)  – Open Tuesday, March 16, 9 a.m.– 12 p.m. 


NOTE: These are walk-in, indoor events. Masks are required. No appointment needed

 Vaccinations: Somerset County Department of health is in phase 1C of the vaccination roll-out, by appointment only. Eligible persons should call 443-523-1920.

Talbot County Health Department

Testing:

  • Easton Elks Lodge #1622 – 502 Dutchmen’s Lane – Open Tuesday, March 16 and Thursday, March 18,, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Do not get out of your car.
  • St. Michaels Middle High School (200 Seymour Avenue,  St. Michaels) - Open Wednesday, March 17, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.  Walk-ups welcome. Call  410-819-5632 for appointment.

Vaccinations: Talbot is currently vaccinating phase 1A and 1B, and will not proceed to 1C this week. Phase 1A includes emergency personnel and licensed medical professional in Talbot County. If you have not yet scheduled your vaccination appointment, use this healthcare form to sign up now.  Phase 1B includes Talbot County residents aged 75 and older, so eligible individuals should fill out this Interest form for residents 75 and older. Phase 1B also includes licensed childcare workers, who should fill out this Interest form for Talbot County licensed childcare worker. The next phase, 1C, will be announced and will include adults age 65-74 who should fill out this Interest form for residents 65-74.

Washington County Health Department

Testing:

  • WCHD Testing (13 West Lee Street, Hagerstown) –Open Monday, March 15; Wednesday, March 17; and Friday, March 19, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Please go to the entrance of the parking lot at 13 West Lee Street and follow all traffic directions when going through the drive-thru and walk-up testing sites.

Vaccinations: Currently Washington County is in Phase 1C Plans for local vaccine distribution are being coordinated by WCHD in partnership with Meritus Health and Washington County Emergency Operations Center. If you are interested in receiving a vaccine and are in the priority groups identified in Phase 1A, 1B, & 1C (other than 65+) please fill out THIS VACCINE INTEREST FORM.

Wicomico County Health Department

Vaccinations: The Wicomico County Health Department (WiCHD) has held more than 13 vaccination clinics since December for those individuals listed in Phase 1A and 1B. As of  Monday January 25th 1C are eligible, but we are still serving second doses and  1A and 1B. Please email Wicomico.COVIDvax@maryland.gov, and the Health Department will email you a link to make an appointment when appointments are available.

Worcester County Health Department

Testing: Residents can access Chesapeake College for Eastern Shore services, or visit covidtest.maryland.gov to find a local provider.

Vaccinations: The Worcester County Health Department has a single central waiting listing for Covid vaccination that includes all clinics operated by Worcester Health. To register for this waiting list, call 667-253-2140. The waiting list is open to anyone in Phase 1A, 1B, and 1C. However, priority will be given to individuals 65-years-and-older. For more information on vaccines, COVID-19, and the current Phase, visit WorcesterHealth.org.