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2026-2027 Permit Invoices - On the way!
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.
Health Department
Apr 231 min read


Public Notice of Food Handlers Card Proposal
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
Health Department
Apr 201 min read


Updated Board of Health Meeting Agenda: April 20, 2026
Location: Berkeley County Health Department & Virtual via Zoom Date/Time: April 20, 2026, at 4:00pm Call to Order/Opening Comments -Teresa McCabe Approval of Agenda Review/Acceptance of Minutes: March 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 Pu
Health Department
Apr 131 min read


Rabies Alert Issued by Berkeley County Health Department 3.24.26
March 24th, 2026 Berkeley County (WV) Health Department has issued a Rabies Alert for the Back Creek Valley area of Hedgesville. The WV Office of Laboratory Services notified us on March 24 th of a positive test result for the rabies virus from a raccoon 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 Departmen
Health Department
Mar 241 min read


B-MCBOH: 2025 Year in Review Newsletter
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
Health Department
Feb 241 min read


H5N1 Resources for Reference
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
Health Department
Dec 30, 20251 min read


Berkeley-Morgan County: Travel Vaccine Clinic is Back!
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
Health Department
Nov 17, 20251 min read


10/14/25 Public Health Education Topic: Foodborne Illness
Per CDC: At A Glance: Foodborne germs can lead to illness, hospitalization, and death. Follow key steps to prevent food poisoning -...
Health Department
Oct 14, 20251 min read


H5N1 Prevention: Protect Your Flock, Business & Workers - September Update
Per CDC & USDA - September 2025: What to know H5 bird flu is widespread in wild birds worldwide and is causing outbreaks in poultry and...
Health Department
Sep 23, 20251 min read


Mandatory Septic Installer Class for Currently Certified Berkeley County & Morgan County WV Installers
Limited availability for each session so please rsvp's as soon as possible! For questions and/or to rsvp: Berkeley County Septic...
Health Department
Sep 8, 20251 min read


08/01/25 Public Health Education Topic: Outbreaks
Per CDC Outbreaks of Respiratory Illness: Investigation Importance: Outbreaks of acute respiratory illness are common and can occur in...
Health Department
Aug 1, 20251 min read


Our 2024 Year in Review Newsletter! Hot off the presses!
2024 was certainly one for the books! So, we have decided to share some of what our team has been up to with you! From community...
Health Department
Jan 7, 20251 min read


10/18/24 Public Health Education Topic: Foodborne Illness
Per CDC: CDC estimates that each year 48 million people get sick from a foodborne illness, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 die. Top 5...
Health Department
Oct 18, 20241 min read


Mosquitoes: What to Do After a Hurricane or Flood
Per CDC: Key points Adult mosquitoes do not generally survive high winds during a hurricane. Immediately after a hurricane, nuisance...
Health Department
Aug 9, 20241 min read


Berkeley County Health Department Facility Expansion Project Groundbreaking Held
We were blessed to be joined today by representatives from the Berkeley County Commission - WV, the Berkeley-Morgan Board of Health,...
Health Department
Aug 2, 20241 min read


Berkeley County Permit Fees will increase as of 07/01/2024.
Attention: Berkeley County Septic Installers and Well Drillers Please be advised that our permit fees in Berkeley County, WV will...
Health Department
Apr 1, 20241 min read


Raw Milk: Public Education 3.21.24
Per CDC: What are the risks associated with drinking raw milk? Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized to kill harmful bacteria....
Health Department
Mar 21, 20242 min read


Bed Bugs: What you should know to rest easier!
Infromation being shared from the United States Environmental Protection Agency website: Let's start with some Myth Busting! Bed Bug...
Health Department
Mar 15, 20243 min read


Medical Volunteer Corp: Training Information & Updates
Berkeley-Morgan County Medical Volunteer Corp (B-MC MVC) Members: WV REDI Updates: Please log into WV REDI to ensure your profile,...
Health Department
May 17, 20231 min read

