Hannah Mayhew

Hannah Mayhew, a Community Health Nurse with Dorchester County Health Department, bridges the gap between clinical care and community resilience at a local level. She specializes in shaping local public health preparedness priorities and responding to current communicable disease threats. Hannah Mayhew’s work is driven by the understanding that human health is inextricably linked to our environment and climate. Within the Dorchester County Health Department’s Emergency Preparedness and Communicable Disease programs, Hannah helps to mitigate infectious disease outbreaks and prepare for emergencies that could significantly impact community health. She, along with her team at Dorchester County Health Department continue to strengthen community resilience, promote equitable allocation of health resources, and educate residents across the lifespan on relevant health topics. Working with the broader Dorchester County community to adapt to an evolving climate is a critical step in enhancing readiness to local public health hazards.

The Dorchester County Health Department is the public health agency for Dorchester County, Maryland. It is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of all county residents through prevention, education, and direct services. As a joint agency of the Maryland Department of Health and the Dorchester County government, Dorchester County Health Department promotes disease prevention through vaccinating children and adults, tracking outbreaks, and teaching the community about health risks. This health department also works strategically to promote healthy behaviors, offering tests and screenings, and supporting smoke-free environments. Driven by its mission, Dorchester County Health Department continually works for and with the community to improve the health and safety of all people in Dorchester County. Responding to current health threats in a manner that promotes equity and sustainability remains a priority to the Dorchester County Health Department.