The purpose of our vending machines and distribution boxes is to dispense free health and wellness items and link people to existing resources and services, as part of a wider effort to promote preparedness, connect people to healthcare wherever they are, and to stop the stigma of addiction and infection. Always read manufacturer guidelines before testing. Products may change from time to time depending on funding and approvals, inventory, and feedback received.
Locations and Hours
Talbot County Health Department
510 Cadmus Lane, Easton, MD 21601
Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, M-F
Talbot County Corrections Facility
115 W Dover St, Easton, MD 21601
Hours: Open 24 hours a day.
Note: Products may change based on approvals, inventory, deliveries, and feedback. For more information and additional resources about each product, scroll down to the individual product sections below.
What’s Available?
Our vending machine provides free, confidential access to essential health and safety supplies—no ID or insurance needed. Here’s what you’ll find:
Naloxone/NARCAN – Opioid Overdose Response Kit
Opioid Overdose Response Kit – Includes 2 doses of naloxone HCL 4mg/8mg nasal spray, CPR face shield, and two pairs of gloves.
While naloxone can be lifesaving, a single dose may not always completely reverse respiratory depression caused by powerful synthetic opioids.
Call 911 immediately when an overdose is suspected, even if naloxone has been administered, as the effects of naloxone may wear off quickly.
Visit Drug & Alcohol Prevention for overdose response training or visit Maryland’s Resource Center for Substance Use and Overdose here.
Deterra/Drug Disposal
Videos:
- Why Deterra and How Deterra Works (English)
- How Deterra Works (Spanish)
Reduce the risk in your home with simple, safe and effective in-home medication disposal packets. Get rid of unused or leftover medications – especially opioids, stimulants, benzodiazepines, and antibiotics.
The additives in these products destroy solid and liquid Rx drug waste. Rx Destroyer can also be used for pills, capsules, tablets, liquids, lozenges, transdermal patches, fentanyl lollipops, and suppositories.
For prescription drug drop-off locations in Maryland click here.
For helpful tips using Dispose Rx click here. To learn more about Rx Destroyer and Use Guidelines click here.
Safer Sex Kits
Each kit contains 10 external condoms, 2 body wipes, lubricant, & resources and information; Dental dams in packs of 4 are also available.
Resources:
PrEP is a form of prevention for HIV-negative people 15 years of age or older. Talk to your doctor about PrEP or find it here.
Dental Dams are also available.
Wound Care Kits
Each kit contains sterile items for treating minor wounds, such as gauze, bandages, gloves, antiseptic, ointment, and an irrigation solution.
Wound Care and Response (Basic and Xylazine)
Testing Supplies
Pregnancy Tests
Test confidently and conveniently in as little as 3 minutes. Tests include complete instructions and are designed to detect hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). Brands may vary.
The accuracy of home pregnancy tests vary from woman to woman. For more product information click here.
For faith in journey, family building, fertility and surrogacy support groups, click here.
Preventive Care Benefits for Women – Preventive services for women, including services for pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, without copayment or coinsurance even if you haven’t met your yearly deductible.
Folic acid supplements for women who may become pregnant. Folic acid helps prevent major birth defects and can help prevent pregnancy complications.
HIV Self-Test
*The OraQuick HIV Self-Test is intended for individuals 14 years of age and older. Positive results are preliminary and require follow-up confirmatory testing.
The window period for testing using an antibody test is 23-90 days after exposure. Take the test using the manufacturers’ instructions. There is a phone number included with the HIV self-test if you need help using the test or watch the how–to video here.
Do not use an HIV self-test kit if you are already HIV positive. HIV self-tests are not recommended for people on PrEP due to their lower sensitivity in detecting recent HIV infection. If you are using PrEP, you can grab one or two HIV self-tests to give to others.
For more information about HIV self-tests, visit Let’s Stop HIV Together
Want more options? Visit TCHD Services, Take Me Home, CIDNI, or talk to your doctor about confirmatory testing.
Home-to-Lab Tests
*Each Home-to-Lab Test is intended for individuals 18 years of age and older. Positive results are preliminary and require follow-up confirmatory testing. Products may vary.
Step 1: Read all information and instructions in your kit before you collect your sample.
Step 2: Activate your test online.
Step 3: Collect your sample – Follow the instructions in your kit and/or view videos here for Everlywell or Lets Get Checked
Step 4: Send your sample back promptly after collection.
If UPS is the return courier, you can organize pick up by calling UPS customer service on 1(800) 742-5877. Your return envelope comes with tracking information.
Getting tested is the only way to know if you have Hepatitis C (HCV). Most people with HCV don’t know it, and will develop lifelong infection without treatment. Early treatment can prevent serious complications like liver scarring, liver cancer and death.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also recommends Hepatitis B (HBV) screening at least once during a lifetime for all adults 18 and older and for all pregnant women during each pregnancy, preferably in the first trimester. People who think they may have come into contact with HBV and who are not vaccinated should contact a doctor within 24 hours.
Because self-tests do not distinguish between active and cleared infection, additional testing is recommended for the presence of viral nucleic acid (HCV RNA) or antigen along with linkage to care. Your healthcare provider can verify results and best support one in achieving clearance of an infection. Talk to your doctor, local Health Department, or pharmacy about hepatitis A and B vaccinations to reduce your risk of viral hepatitis infection.
More resources:
Sexual health score-are-you-at-risk
Test Strips
The illicit drug supply in Maryland includes fentanyl, carfentanil, xylazine, medetomidine, cychlorphines, benzodiazepines, and other adulterants and cutting agents. Substances like cocaine and counterfeit pills are frequently contaminated and are more lethal than ever before. For more information and reports about the Rapid Analysis of Drugs (RAD) – Statewide Drug Checking Program – click here.
What You Should Know About Xylazine
Medetomidine Alert warning of the increased risk for overdose and severe withdrawal as a result of Medetomidine, also known as ‘rhino tranq,’ being mixed in illicit drug supply.
What You Should Know About New & Emerging-Substances
Public Alert – Overdoses Linked to Cychlorphine
Public Alert – Carefentanil Found in Counterfeit Tablets and Powders
Hygiene Kits
Hygiene kits may be available in unisex and multicultural sampler/ travel kits which include travel-size essentials and oral care products. Products, kits, and availability may vary.
Rx Locking Bottles & Caps
Bottles and caps that have 4-digit numerical combinations. Rx Locking Cap fits over the most common pharmaceutical vials including 16 dram and 20 dram bottles. Rx Locking Cap does not come with a vial. For more product information click here.
Personal Sharps Containers
The Food and Drug Administration has created recommendations for organizations to properly dispose of sharps. View the guidance here.
For more information about stericycle sharps disposal and resources, visit Understanding Sharps Waste & Proper Needle Disposal
Opioid–Associated Disease Prevention and Outreach Programs (OADPOPs)
Formerly known as syringe services programs (SSPs), there are 30 authorized OADPOPs in 21 counties in Maryland. Click here for a PDF list of Maryland OADPOPs, their hours, and contact information.
Questions or Need Help?
Click here for a list of Talbot County Providers and contact information. For more information about products or health resources, contact us at 410-819-5600, email tchd.addictions@maryland.gov, or visit our main Prevention page.
Additional Resources:
Harm Reduction Training and Technical Assistance
Preventive Care Benefits for Women
Preventive Care Benefits for Adults
Preventive Care Benefits for Children
Stericycle Sharps Disposal and Resources
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