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.

Election Day is just a few days away, and if you are feeling more stressed or anxious lately, you are not alone. In a recently published study by the American Psychological Association, nearly half of adults say they feel more anxious compared to previous years, with 69% of respondents saying they are anxious about the upcoming election, with the nation's future, economy, and gun violence being main concerns. The study also finds that most anxious adults are not seeking mental health support, with one in twenty adults reporting suicidal ideation related to politics. 

The historic YWCA in Van Wert is getting a big helping hand from OhioHealth. The healthcare services company committed a $100,000 check to the Van Wert YWCA on Thursday to support a capital campaign for a new facility. The current Van Wert YWCA has operated in the same facility since 1916 and has served the Van Wert community as well as four surrounding counties. The condition of the current facility is declining, and the new facility will offer new amenities and services and be up to modern standards.

The century-old centerpiece of downtown Van Wert has been restored. In Van Wert, city officials and community members gathered around the corner of Main and Washington Street to witness the official completion of the National Bank clock restoration project. The famous clock was manufactured at some point in 1917 out of Minnesota with unique details like stained glass dials. They hope to keep the familiar antique ticking for 100 more years to preserve a piece of history. Historic Main Street Van Wert has been working on finding funding for this $60,000 project to fix up the centerpiece of the downtown. Ohio Health donated $6,000 to help them cross the finish line, but the restoration of this historic piece is just the start of building for the future.