Issues

Health

Improving the health and wellness of all Howard County residents is an issue that hits home for Ken. His commitment to public health is very personal, as he watched both of his parents and his younger brother, Doug, battle and beat cancer. These experiences motivate Ken to ensure that Howard County provides top-notch health services and that all residents have access to affordable healthcare.

Proactive health policies and innovative initiatives supported by Ken have contributed to a healthier Howard County. Ken has been a proven leader in improving public health:

• Became the first jurisdiction in the nation to offer uninsured Howard County residents access to quality health care as well as health coaching
• Supported Drive Thru Flu Clinics, the largest emergency preparedness exercise in the country
• Recognized as the “Healthiest County” in Maryland by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
• Launched the Healthy Howard Initiative to recognize 28 workplaces, more than 50 restaurants, and 35 schools for their innovations in wellness practices