About the Maryland Department of Health
Vision
A high-quality health care system that produces the best possible health for all Marylanders.
Mission
Protect and advance the health and well-being of all Marylanders through systems that work for people.
Commitment to Reducing Health Disparities
Maryland strives to close health gaps across populations by ensuring that every resident has a fair and just opportunity to achieve optimal physical and mental health.
Maryland’s health care delivery system consists of public and private hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, home health care services, hospices, providers, and health educators, among others. As a public health department, our goal is to improve the health status of every Maryland resident and to ensure access to quality health care. We are responsible for helping each person live a life free from the threat of communicable diseases, tainted foods, and dangerous products. To assist in our mission, we regulate health care providers, facilities, and organizations, and manage direct services to patients, where appropriate.
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