Snow Hill, MD
The Worcester County Health Department is partnering with the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration to empower teens to make healthy choices, focused on preventing impaired driving. Beginning Monday, August 26, 2024 those who pass their driving test at the Motor Vehicle Administration (251 Tilghman Rd. Salisbury, MD.) will receive a Teen Health Bag. The bags contain health information like “Decisions Matter” and “Your Choices Equal Your Future”, which aim to address the negative effects of drug and alcohol use. The Teen Health Bags also include connections to resources, freebies, and more.
“We are all very aware of the profound impact that alcohol and drug use have had on the youth and families across our state and the deadly consequences that come from being impaired and driving,” said Maryland Motor Vehicle Administrator Chrissy Nizer. “With back-to-school season now underway, the MVA wants to do its part to help young people have a healthy and successful school year. We are grateful to the Worcester County Health Department for this valuable opportunity and to help make a difference in the community that we serve.”
This new partnership between the organizations is anticipated to have a positive impact on the community. “We are excited about this innovative partnership because it gives us the opportunity to expand our reach with prevention education. We hope the materials will spark conversations between parents/guardians and teens about healthy choices and healthy futures,“ said Worcester County Health Officer, Rebecca Jones.
For more information about teen health, visit worcesterhealth.org or call 410-632-1100 and select option 5 for Prevention Services.
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