TOPS Nashville recognizes weight-loss achievers Members celebrated at Nashville Global Methodist Church meeting March 25
Coshocton native promotes women's health care Betty Gwinn-Hall, CNP, highlights local resources for overcoming health care barriers
Coshocton County hosts annual Nutrition Fair Free event April 3 features Easter Bunny, food samples and more at 637 Chestnut St.
Union Hospital to offer cholesterol screening in Mineral City The screening takes about five minutes and includes total cholesterol, triglycerides and blood sugar
Wings of Wellness 5k set for Coshocton Annual event supports mental health services and building preservation May 2
Wayne County clinic earns Cigna health award The Employee Health Clinic receives 2025 silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for its commitment to employee well-being
Moms quit for two: quitting smoking matters before and during pregnancy Stopping tobacco use improves outcomes for both mother and baby
Health District partnering with pharmacy to host community drop-in days Drop-in days are held every first and third Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Nashville TOPS club highlights health benefits of walnuts Janice Tope recognized for weight loss strategy at March 18 meeting
Healthy Steps returns for April walking program All walkers are eligible to receive a ticket voucher to a regular-season Akron RubberDucks game for participating
Ohio’s Hospice fundraiser in Malvern raises more than $42,000 More than 175 attendees took part in the event, supporting celebrity servers while helping raise $42,175
Heating assistance available through the Home Energy Assistance Program Knox Countians who meet income guidelines can get help paying heating bills
Harrison County to offer free smoke alarms, installation April 17 Local fire departments will install the alarms, which also includes fire education, a safety checklist and a fire escape plan
Carroll County health district warns of increased norovirus levels Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea
Dr. Randolph highlights rural health care Coshocton OB/GYN emphasizes exercise for community wellness
Coshocton doctor expands local cancer care Dr. Scott Wegner aims to improve access to cancer treatment and screenings in Coshocton
Viola Startzman Clinic establishes a fund for Holmes County New fund supports primary and mental health care access in Millersburg
Dover Knights of Columbus to take part in countywide blood drive Donations will be provided to Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital in Dover
Extension program to address tick risks in Ohio The educational program will provide an overview of tick species of concern in Ohio, focusing on those most commonly encountered by residents, outdoor enthusiasts and landowners
TOPS Nashville discusses healthy habits Local group meets weekly at Nashville Global Methodist Church to support weight loss and wellness
Southern Local planning final blood drive Red Cross officials have said there is a blood shortage, and volunteers can help save lives
Coshocton hosts annual Health, Safety and Wellness Expo Thirty-six vendors shared resources at the community event March 14
Wayne County Care Center earns top federal rating The facility receives a five-star designation from Medicare and Medicaid Services for excellence in resident care
Holmes County boosts tobacco compliance rate E-cigarette sales to minors drop as compliance checks show improvement in 2026
Appalachian Hills center to open in Carrollton The center will serve pregnant women and families in Carroll County and surrounding areas
COTC receives advanced ultrasound machines Donations enhance Newark lab, benefiting sonography students and health care
Nashville TOPS member achieves KOPS status Leo Tope reaches goal weight; club meets Wednesdays at Nashville Global Methodist Church
Health department offering free colorectal cancer screenings Colorectal cancer is among the most frequently diagnosed cancers in Tuscarawas County residents
Wayne County Heart Walk set for 2026 Local leaders aim to boost CPR education and cardiac arrest survival rates through community event
WVU hospitals participate in regional emergency preparedness exercise The drill included a series of simulated severe weather scenarios, including widespread flooding and road closures disrupting patient transportation
Walsh University hosts free health clinic Stark County adults can access screenings April 15-17 in North Canton
Daylight saving time linked to heart risks Ohioans urged to prepare for health impacts as clocks change March 8
Dr. Deanna Osborn joins Genesis Primary Care Experienced family medicine doctor now accepting patients in Zanesville
Free bleeding control training at Genesis Genesis Hospital will host training March 26 with registration required
Hospital auxiliary funds chairs and cart upgrades The Harrison Community Hospital Auxiliary remains dedicated to investing in improvements that enhance the hospital
Knox Community Hospital hosts free cancer talk Dr. Steven Reitz to discuss colorectal cancer screening on March 31 at Wright Family Medical Pavilion
ADAMHS director discusses mental health, addiction trends with Rotary Bollon highlighted findings from the 2023 Carroll County Community Health Assessment
Knox County event to protect older adults Free lunch and learn on March 20 at First Church of the Nazarene in Mount Vernon focuses on safety and resources for seniors
Half-Full group explores hospice care options Central Christian Church hosts discussion on hospice services.
Falls prevention classes offered in Holmesville Free program for older adults runs Fridays, March 27 to May 15, at Holmesville Church of Christ
Knox County WIC marks National Nutrition Month Local health department promotes informed food choices and healthy habits in March
Wayne County hosts March pop-up food pantry Drive-thru food distribution set for March 10 in Wooster to aid food-insecure families
TOPS Nashville reports slight weight gain Geneva Pringle and Lana Rush recognized for weight loss achievements at club meeting
FlexFit offers free low-impact workout in Cadiz The workout is designed for all fitness levels, from beginners to experienced participants
Health, Safety and Wellness Expo planned for March 14 Annual event offers free screenings and safety resources at Coshocton Community Room
Dennison Rotary to host community health blood screenings in April Appointments will be available between 5:15 and 10:30 a.m.
Cleveland Clinic names new VP, chief medical officer at Union She replaces Thomas Rogers, M.D., who was appointed vice president and chief medical officer at Medina Hospital
CRMC hosting free health screenings March 14 Health & Wellness Expo also includes affordable lab tests at Coshocton Regional Medical Center
Mount Vernon library hosts urgent blood drive Community urged to donate March 6 amid nationwide blood shortage at 201 N. Mulberry St
Pediatric care accessible for every child in Knox County Local clinics in Mount Vernon and Danville offer comprehensive care for children, ensuring accessibility and affordability
Harrison Community Hospital adds 3D mammography system The system allows radiologists to better see through overlapping tissue to detect potential abnormalities and support earlier detection of breast cancer
Coshocton youth lead with acts of kindness Local students use $100 each to impact their community through diverse charitable projects.
Coshocton health district earns national accreditation The Coshocton Public Health District achieves national standards, enhancing community health services.
TOPS Nashville discusses intermittent fasting Local club explores fasting benefits at weekly meeting in Nashville.
Tuscarawas County Board of Health accepting applications Board members are appointed by the Tuscarawas County District Advisory Council
Carroll health board reviews performance data, hears grant updates The district conducted the Neighbor2Neighbor Hygiene Drive, collecting 727 items and $120 in cash donations
Holmesville hosts Healthy Aging Clinic March 21 Free screenings for seniors include fall-risk, hearing, vision, and medication reviews at Holmesville Community Center.
Coshocton native promotes cancer screenings Jody Roach, APRN, highlights transportation barriers and urges routine health checks in Coshocton County.
Wooster Hospital unveils new emergency center Nearly 1,500 attend opening of expanded facilities, set to open Feb. 25.
Free cancer screening kits at Knox hospital Knox Community Hospital offers kits for colorectal cancer detection throughout March.
Coshocton youth leads diaper drive Gwen Loper organizes donation effort for Pregnancy Center of Coshocton, accepting diapers and funds through March 11.
The heart of the matter: Local survivor highlights prevention, recovery Amy Perkins emphasizes prevention and recovery after her 2024 cardiac event.
New Phila Rotary Spring Healthcheck set for March 21 in Dover A printed lab report will be mailed to each participant within two weeks
Wisdom Wednesdays event aids Wooster seniors Local experts to discuss aging resources at Wooster Library on March 25.
Genesis HealthCare earns top organ donation award Southeastern Ohio donors helped save 28 lives in 2025, boosting Genesis to platinum status.
TOPS Nashville sees 8-pound weight loss Geneva Pringle leads weekly results; club meets Wednesdays at Nashville Global Methodist Church.
Tri-County Health Expo returns to Millersburg Explore wellness seminars and health services at Heritage Community Center, Feb. 20-21.
Suicide prevention initiative highlighted at Carroll County Commissioners meeting 67% of suicides in the county involve individuals over the age of 50
Malvern pantry stays open through storm, sees fewer families served Ohio recently reduced its annual support for the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank by 25%
LASCO to offer free record sealing, expungement clinic in Cadiz People are not eligible to apply if they are currently on probation or community control
Harrison County Health Department highlights services Staff members work daily — behind the scenes and on the front lines — to help keep Harrison County healthy, safe and thriving
Knox Hospital marks 100th placenta donation The program, in partnership with Lifeline of Ohio, has produced 2,500 healing grafts for medical procedures.
Iron Resistance Foundation eyes former school property in Bolivar The village agreed to appoint a committee to review the request
Women's health care crucial in Berlin Routine visits at Pomerene Women's Health Services aid in early detection and informed decisions.
KCH Cardiology Department earns accreditation The Cardiology Department is re-accredited as a Chest Pain Center, meeting national standards for patient care.
Knox Hospital offers scholarships for healthcare students High school seniors and college students in Knox County can apply by March 31 for $2,000 scholarships.
Health screening set March 10 at Harrison Community Hospital The screenings are sponsored by the Friends of the Puskarich Public Library
Harrison Community Hospital donates bleed control kits to sheriff’s office The kits are designed to help stop life-threatening blood loss before professional help arrives
Hope in Ohio event to focus on suicide prevention The event is hosted by the ADAMHS Board of Tuscarawas and Carroll Counties
3 ways to take charge of your health during American Heart Month American Heart Association promotes CPR training during Heart Month to boost survival rates in cardiac emergencies.
Empower Youth team to hold hygiene drive Donations include deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, loofahs, bar soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste and travel-size mouthwash
Stepping On program helps older adults reduce fall risk Ohio State University Extension offers free sessions for seniors at College Hills Retirement Village.
Medina Hospital offers scholarships for 2026 Applications open for Medina County students pursuing medical careers; deadline March 16.
Tuscarawas County Health Department to offer free online addiction-response training The training is open to adults who want to learn more about addiction, build skills to respond, navigate community resources
Ohio's Hospice seeks volunteers in Wooster Spring training session set for Feb. 16 at Akron Road location.
Surveillance detects elevated RSV levels in Coshocton County Wastewater monitoring shows increasing RSV, while COVID-19 and flu remain low, prompting health advisories.
Health district continues its community mini-series Cardiology nurse practitioner Jason Bryant discusses access to care in Coshocton County.
Wayne County hosts pop-up food pantry Drive-thru pantry set for Feb. 10 at health department in Wooster.
Wooster Community Hospital to host open house for new emergency center Open house set for Feb. 14 to showcase expanded facilities and services at the Richard and Donna Smetzer Emergency Center.
Health board opens year with nonprofit news Stronger Together Carroll County officially accepted as nonprofit
Genesis HealthCare earns top tech honor Zanesville hospital recognized as Most Wired for 10th year, ranking in top 10% nationally.
Blues for a Cure concert raises $15,100 cancer fund Proceeds help Harrison County residents undergoing cancer treatment
Orthopedic services expand in Wooster Wooster Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center joins Bloomington Medical Services beginning Feb. 1
Medina High School’s Hoops for Hope shines spotlight on mental health Event Feb. 6 will recognize Hope Squad members and promote peer-to-peer support
Holmes County names winners of anti-vaping billboard design contest West Holmes senior Emma Eberhard’s artwork will appear on a county billboard promoting tobacco awareness
TuscBDD launches Early Intervention awareness campaign Early Intervention aims to help children from birth to age 3 meet developmental goals
Partners For Kids recognizes Coshocton Behavioral Health Choices Agency honored for improving follow-up care for children after behavioral health crises through quality improvement efforts
Health department seeking artwork for renovated building Artists of all ages may participate by submitting framed original artwork or canvas pieces of any size
Akron Children’s Mobile Care Unit returning to Southern Local Services will be provided even for individuals who are not existing patients
Harrison County Health Department announces leadership transition Katie Norris, who has served as deputy health commissioner since March 2023, was hired to serve as health commissioner
Coshocton Public Health District launches ‘Access to Care’ mini-series New series highlights local providers, barriers to care and the importance of early intervention, featuring midwife Amanda Poorman.
Medina County Health Department urges measles awareness, vaccination Officials encourage residents to check immunization status after measles cases reported in Northeast Ohio and statewide totals rise.
Pomerene Hospital welcomes first baby of 2026 Baby girl Oaklynn was born Jan. 1 to parents Joel and Amy, marking the hospital’s first birth of the new year.
Harrison County seeing low respiratory illness, Lyme cases remain high Harrison County reported 129 Lyme disease cases for the year
Health officials share details on updated childhood immunization schedule In a joint statement responding to the updates, local health officials reiterated their support for immunizations
Caring Hands helps Carroll County families facing medical hardship Caring Hands was formed to address a gap local agencies were struggling to fill
TOPS Nashville starts the year with new weigh-ins and wellness goals The Jan. 7 meeting focused on healthy habits, nutrition and setting goals as members started the year with new weigh-ins and programs.
Southeast Healthcare expands services in Carrollton The Open Door Clinic is held every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon
Genesis IT department named one of the best places to work Health system ranks No. 24 among mid-sized organizations in Computerworld’s annual Best Places to Work in IT list.
Community monitoring shows rise in influenza activity in Coshocton Ohio Department of Health data from wastewater monitoring indicates influenza levels are increasing while COVID-19 remains high and RSV stays low.
Could you be a kidney donor for Metz-Guthrie? Longtime community volunteer Susan Metz-Guthrie seeks a kidney transplant after sudden diagnosis of end-stage renal failure, hopes to return to travel and theater.
Genesis Hospital restricts visitation amid rise in respiratory illnesses Temporary limits aim to protect patients as COVID-19, flu and RSV cases increase in the region.
Harrison County Wellness Coalition seeks to educate and aid community Coalition focuses on prevention, community partnerships
New mini-series starts in January with Dr. Richcreek Coshocton Public Health District launches Access to Care series highlighting local providers and community health needs.
Wayne County Health Department to host Jan. 13 pop-up food pantry Drive-thru pantry in Wooster will provide free food to eligible families in partnership with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
Wooster Community Hospital named to Forbes’ Top Hospitals 2026 list The recognition highlights Wooster Community Hospital’s patient outcomes and quality care as part of Forbes’ first-ever, data-driven national hospital rankings.
Heart Healthy Living class series set for February Three-session program at Coshocton Regional Medical Center focuses on nutrition, stress management and heart-smart cooking.
Genesis receives Healthy Business Council of Ohio Award Health system earns 2025 Gold Award for employee wellness and healthy workplace initiatives
Ohio Blue Envelope Program aims to ease stress during traffic stops For drivers with developmental disabilities, interactions with law enforcement or emergency personnel can make stress levels skyrocket
Harrison County commissioners wrap up year with fund approvals, clerk request and health department adjustments The board also approved a $130,000 transfer to the sheriff’s office to cover remaining salary costs for the year due to increased staffing
Carroll County health district partners with mobile clinic for screenings The mobile clinic will be on-site at the Carroll County General Health District Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Reset season: 26 resolutions for 2026 A thoughtful look at small, meaningful ways to start the new year with perspective, balance and intention**
Carroll County Board of Health wraps up year with hires, updates and approvals Health Commissioner Kelly Morris provided an update on the ongoing public health nuisance in the Stony Lake community
Viola Startzman Clinic receives HCECF grant $100,000 award supports expanded access to primary care and mental health services for uninsured Holmes County residents
Southern Local students attend STEM Goes Red event Science teacher Amanda Wrobleski accompanied more than a half-dozen students on the Dec. 8 trip
Staying active and healthy through winter Lake Community YMCA wellness director shares tips for maintaining physical and mental well-being during colder months
New plumbing permit information announced Coshocton Public Health District now requires permits for most commercial plumbing work tied to new construction or major replacements
TOPS Nashville holds annual Christmas party Members gathered Dec. 17 for a low-calorie meal, games and weekly recognitions at the Nashville group’s holiday meeting
