December 20, 2024, Press Release from OhioHealth: VAN WERT, Ohio – OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital’s Imaging Department has installed a new state-of-the-art Computed Tomography (CT) Unit to enhance diagnostic capabilities and provide high-level care close to home. The GE Revolution Ascend CT scanner was installed at Van Wert Hospital on Friday, December 20^th, as part of a $1 million investment to upgrade this service for patients. It produces high quality images, making it easy for radiologists to read the scans.

November 18, 2024, Press Release from Lima Memorial Health System: Lima Memorial Health System is proud to announce that the LMHS Women’s Health Center has been reaccredited with the ACR Gold Seal of Accreditation in mammography. This three-year accreditation, following a recent review by the American College of Radiology® (ACR®), signifies the highest standards of image quality and patient safety. The ACR gold seal signifies excellence awarded to facilities meeting stringent ACR standards. Board-certified physicians and medical physicists review image quality, staff qualifications, equipment and quality control measures. Results in a detailed report help facilities to improve continuously.

October 2, 2024, Press Release from Mercy Health-St. Rita's: Lima, Ohio (October 2, 2024)—Mercy Health—St. Rita’s is proud to announce the purchase of a cutting-edge PET/CT scanner, further enhancing medical imaging services available to the community. PET/CT scanners are critical tools used to detect cancers and neurological disorders and monitor progress in patients undergoing cancer treatment. This state-of-the-art equipment represents a significant advancement in imaging technology. It provides faster scan times and the highest sensitivity for lesion detection.

Gov. Mike DeWine signed the bill into law this week.