Here's the link for today's MDH call: Wednesday, June 9, 5:00-6:30 pm. Today's call will focus on providing information to medical practices that are vaccinating or plan to vaccinate Marylanders age 12-15.
On Friday, June 11 at 3:00-4:00 pm, the White House COVID Response Team will host a live town hall on "Primary Care Providers, Health Systems, and the Next Phase of the Vaccination Rollout." The event will feature presentations from several Biden Administration public health leaders: Dr. Fauci, Dr. Walensky, Dr. Murthy, Dr. Nunez-Smith, and Dr. Choucair.
As we can now focus more on non-covid health concerns, please make sure your patients (especially those who are uninsured or underinsured) are aware of the Maryland Rx Card program for prescription drug discounts.
Monoclonal antibody therapy is available for patients who have tested positive for COVID-19 and are at high risk for hospitalization or decompensation. FirstCall Medical Center in Anne Arundel County provides treatment and information for qualified patients. The medication is no-cost and treatment is typically covered by insurance. Infusion centers are located in Odenton and at FedEx Field. Learn more by calling (443) 459-1095 orvisit them online.