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Free Radon Testing Kits Available

22 Jan , 2020

In recognition of National Radon Action Month, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is encouraging Ohioans to test their homes for the radioactive gas and take steps to reduce risk if elevated levels are detected. Richland Public Health is helping to make that possible. “Long-term exposure to high levels of radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer overall and the top cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers,” said ODH Director Amy Acton, MD, MPH. “Running this easy, inexpensive test is an important first step in protecting your family from a devastating disease that kills thousands of Ohioans each year.” Read More

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City Of Mansfield Issues Water Notice, Advisory

31 Dec , 2019

The City of Mansfield has issued a both a water conservation notice and a boil advisory, effective immediately. While there is no evidence that the city’s drinking water supply is contaminated, recent maintenance issues at the city’s water plant have resulted in a large decrease in supply. With a decrease in water levels, the opportunity exists for organisms carrying diseases to enter into the system. Read More

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Library To Host Diabetes Information Sessions

1 Nov , 2019

The main branch of the Mansfield/Richland County Public Library will be holding two information sessions on the topic of diabetes, both during the month of November. According to the CDC, 84 million Americans have pre-diabetes, and only 12% know they have it. The Ohio Department of Health estimates that nearly 1 million people in the state have been diagnosed with diabetes, which is approximately 11% of the state’s population. Read More

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It’s “Bat Week” In Ohio

26 Oct , 2019

It's "Bat Week" in Ohio. Seriously, it is. Bats are important to both Ohio’s economy and ecosystems, which is why Governor Mike DeWine has proclaimed October 24-31 as Bat Week to highlight the need for bat conservation. “Bats contribute substantially to our economy by protecting our forests and agriculture from crop-damaging insects and pests,” said Mary Mertz, director of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). “It is critical that we continue efforts to promote the health of bat populations here in Ohio and across the nation.” Read More

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Have Unused Medication? Take It Back Saturday!

23 Oct , 2019

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and more than 4,200 national, tribal, and community law enforcement partners will hold another National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26. Americans can take their pills (no liquids or needles) to one of over 5,600 collection sites across the country between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM local time. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. Read More

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Reminder: Ohio’s Tobacco 21 Law Now In Effect

18 Oct , 2019

Ohio’s new “Tobacco 21” law took effect this week, raising the age to purchase cigarettes, other tobacco products and alternative nicotine products such as e-cigarettes and vaping products from 18 to 21. It is now also illegal to give such products to others under the age of 21. Read More

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Time For A Flu Shot; Available At Local Clinics This Month

15 Oct , 2019

With the arrival of flu season, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is recommending that all Ohioans six months and older get a flu shot now. Flu activity usually begins to increase in October and can last as late as May, with cases typically peaking between December and February. Every season the flu sickens millions of Americans, hospitalizes hundreds of thousands, and kills tens of thousands, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). During last year’s flu season, Ohio reported 9,851 flu-associated hospitalizations and four flu-associated pediatric deaths. Read More

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Richland Public Health Obtains National Accreditation

29 Aug , 2019

Richland Public Health has announced that it has achieved national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). The national accreditation program works to improve and protect the health of the public by advancing and ultimately transforming the quality and performance of the nation’s state, local, Tribal, and territorial public health departments. Read More

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School Immunizations Schedule Set

24 Jul , 2019

It may be difficult to believe, but the start of school is less than a month away. Included in planning is making sure your children are up-to-date on their required immunizations. Richland Public Health is reminding parents of students just starting Kindergarten, those entering 7^thgrade, and those entering high school that certain shots are required: Read More

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First Ohio Measles Case Confirmed

13 Jul , 2019

Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Director Amy Acton, MD, MPH has confirmed the state’s first measles case of 2019. The young adult from Stark County recently traveled to a state with confirmed measles cases. ODH is currently not disclosing additional information about the infected individual. Read More

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Hepatitis A Outbreak Continues To Concern State Officials; Has Local Impact

14 May , 2019

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and affected local health departments are investigating an increased number of hepatitis A cases in Ohio. This includes a number of cases in Richland County. ODH has declared a statewide community outbreak of hepatitis A after observing an increase in cases linked to certain risk factors since the beginning of 2018. Outbreaks of hepatitis A are occurring in several states across the U.S., including neighboring states of Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and West Virginia. Read More

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Pet Owners Urged To Vaccinate; Free Rabies Clinic On May 11

26 Apr , 2019

Warmer weather means more outdoor activities and that increases the risk of contact with an animal infected with the rabies virus. Incidences of rabies exposure usually start in April and continue rising through the summer months. Richland Public Health has issed a reminder for all pet owners to make sure their cats and dogs are vaccinated against rabies. Keeping vaccinations up-to-date for all cats and dogs is important not only to keep your pets from getting rabies, but also to provide a barrier of protection for you if a rabid wild animal bites your pet. Read More

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Richland Public Health Releases 2018 Annual Report

29 Mar , 2019

On Thursday, Richland Public Health announced via social media that it has posted its 2018 Annual Report online for public viewing. The agency is doing so in connection with the upcoming Public Health Week nationally, which takes place from April 1 to April 7. Read More

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National Health Survey Shows Challenges And Positives For Richland County

28 Mar , 2019

Douglas County, Colorado is the healthiest community in America, according to the 2019 Healthiest Communities rankings by U.S. News & World Report, released this week in collaboration with the Aetna Foundation. While Richland County did not place in the top 500 counties nationwide, more than one metric which went into the rankings scoring model shows the county in a favorable position when compared to state and/or national averages. Read More

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