What to do after a Boil Water Advisory has ended When a food service establishment is notified that the boil water advisory has ended and the drinking water supply is safe, the following actions need to be taken before you consume the water. 1. FLUSH WATER • Unscrew and remove the faucet aerator (screen) • Turn on each cold-water faucet/tap slowly • Run cold water for five minutes • Clean and reinstall aerator 2. HOT WATER TANKS/BOILERS To clear hot water pipes and water heat

Boil Water Advisory Guidance for Restaurants What should I serve patrons? Serve patrons tap water than has been boiled for 3 minutes, bottled water, or an alternative beverage. Can I use my appliances and water/soda dispenser? Do not use water from any appliance connected to your water lines. This includes water and ice dispensers in your refrigerator/freezer, coffee makers, ice machines, and water/soda dispensers. Use boiled or bottled water to make coffee and ice. Filters d

Bathing and Showering Be careful not to swallow any water when bathing or showering. Use caution when bathing babies and young children. Consider giving them a sponge bath to reduce the chance of them swallowing water. Brushing Teeth Brush your teeth using boiled water or commercially bottled water. Do not use tap water that you have not boiled first. Washing Dishes If possible, use disposable plates, cups, and utensils during a boil water advisory. Sanitize all baby bottles.

Board of Health Meeting Agenda: October 19, 2026 Meeting will be held Virtually via Zoom at 4:00pm. Call to Order/Opening Comments -Teresa McCabe Approval of Agenda- September 2026 Departmental Reports: Epi Report – Robert Deener Nursing Report – Tanya Manley Environmental Report – Mickayla LaCour Threat Prep Report – Jennifer Schetrompf Administrator Report – Cara Harding Financial Report – Karen Young Health Officer Report – Dr. Kevin McLaughlin Public Comment: Unfinished B

As World Environmental Health Day, Septic Smart Week, and World Rabies Day are all recognized in September, we felt that is a perfect time to recognize the hard work of our Environmental Health Services Team! In addition to the upcoming presentations on Guide to Septic Systems for Realtors and for Home Owners that our team will be hosting this month, yesterday, some of our team members participated in a septic training day in which they went out into the field to learn more a

Location: Berkeley County Health Department & Virtually August 17, 2026, 4:00pm Call to Order/Opening Comments -Teresa McCabe Approval of Agenda Board of Health Chairperson FY 2027 Nomination/Appointment Board of Health Vice-Chairperson FY 2027 Nomination/Appointment Board of Health Officer FY 2027 Nomination/Appointment Review/Acceptance of Minutes: June 2026 Departmental Reports: Epi Report – Robert Deener Nursing Report – Tanya Manley Environmental Report – Mickayla La

Berkeley County Health Department is currently accepting bids for One 4x4 Truck. Bids must be received no later than 4pm on August 21, 2026, via mail or in-person drop off. 4x4 Truck Vehicle Bid Specifications Download the full Request for Proposal (RFP) Submit bids to: Berkeley County Health Department Attn: Cara Harding, RS, Director 122 Waverly Court Martinsburg, WV 25403 **Bids received after August 21, 2026 will not be accepted.

The purpose of this report is to share descriptive surveillance data related to animal rabies activity with public health partners in West Virginia. All information in this report is considered provisional. View full report: All Citizens are also being reminded to make sure your animals are currently vaccinated against rabies and to avoid contact with wildlife!

Per CDC How Foodborne Outbreaks Happen What to know Contamination of food can happen at any point along the food production chain. This contamination can lead to foodborne illness and outbreaks. People in the food production chain and at home can take steps to keep food safe, like inspecting food and cooking food thoroughly. What you can do Although contamination can occur at any point during the food production chain, the people involved at each point work to reduce this ris

Per CDC & WV OEPS: ABOUT Enteric Diseases (Food and Waterborne Illness) Foodborne disease is caused by consuming contaminated foods or beverages. There are many different foodborne infections, which cause an estimated 48 million illnesses and 3,000 deaths each year in the United States. The onset of symptoms may occur within minutes to weeks and often presents itself as flu-like symptoms, as the ill person may experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or fever.

Per CDC & WV OEPS: About Outbreaks: An outbreak is defined as the occurrence of more cases of a disease or condition than expected in a specific area or time. The most frequently reported outbreaks are respiratory illnesses such as influenza and enteric illnesses like acute gastroenteritis. Most outbreaks are reported from healthcare facilities such as nursing homes, followed by outbreaks in schools. For some of the most common outbreaks, there are established outbreak defini

July 7th, 2026 Berkeley County (WV) Health Department has issued a Rabies Alert for the Gregory Drive area of Martinsburg. The WV Office of Laboratory Services notified us on July 7th, 2026, of a positive test result for the rabies virus from a skunk in the above area. It was submitted to them by the Berkeley County Health Department. If you think that you or someone else may have come into contact with this animal, please call the Berkeley County Health Department at 304-2

Per CDC: Key points You can get sick from germs in water you swim or play in (like pools and lakes). Children, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems are most at risk. Stay out of water if you have diarrhea, don't swallow the water, and take other steps to prevent swimming-related illnesses. Swimming-related illnesses The most common swimming-related illnesses are: Diarrhea Skin rashes Swimmer's ear Flu-like illness or pneumonia Eye or lung irritation Diarrhe

Per CDC Key points Splash pads are not always required to disinfect the water with germ-killing chemicals. The water at splash pads can spread germs and make users sick if the water is not adequately disinfected. Splash pad users can take a few steps to help stop the spread of germs in the water. Splash pad users and parents of young users can take a few steps to help stop the spread of germs in the water: DO: Stay out of the water if you are sick with diarrhea. Shower before

Public Notice of Food Handlers Card Proposal Berkeley-Morgan County Board of Health 122 Waverly Court Martinsburg, WV 25403 For More Information, Contact: Cara N. Harding, R.S., Director Berkeley and Morgan County Health Departments Phone: 304-267-7130 ext. 8255 Fax: 304-263-8274 Email: charding@berkeleywv.org For Immediate Release: Food Handler Card Proposal Martinsburg, WV, January 26, 2026-- Please take notice that the Berkeley-Morgan County Board of Health, durin

Invoices for permits (2026-2027) have been mailed. To pay an invoice online, please utilizing our payment link or QR Code below. There is also a "Pay Invoice" option located on the homepage of our website. Health Department Payments Note: The Online Payment System will reference Berkeley County Health Department, however the system is utilized to process payments for Morgan County Health Department as well.

Hot off the presses!! We hope you will enjoy our 2025 Year in Review Newsletter for our Berkeley and Morgan County Health Departments. Though we could not include all of our activities and events, we hope our newsletter will provide some additional insight into our local public health departments. We wish you a healthy and safe 2026! B-MCBOH: 2025 Year in Review Newsletter

As we move forward into 2026, we would like to share H5N1 resources for reference to assist in keeping livestock, backyard flocks and those who care for them safe. H5 Bird Flu: Current Situation: H5 Bird Flu: Current Situation | Bird Flu | CDC USDA: H5N1 Influenza FluView: FluView | FluView | CDC

Reminder: Know before you go! Travelers' Health | CDC Traveling out of the country? It is very important to make sure you are protected against disease, especially when traveling to other countries. Many countries have diseases that are not present in the United States. Vaccines for these diseases can be difficult to find, but we’ve got you covered! We Offer: Routine Immunizations Typhoid ( We have Injectable , Oral will be a script. ) Japanese Encephalitis Yellow Fever Pres