Mercy Health St. Rita’s is working to reduce nicotine and tobacco use in the region.
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Activate Allen County is now accepting applications for its 2026 Faith Community Challenge as part of ongoing efforts to promote healthier lifestyles across the region.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Wednesday new dietary guidelines for Americans that prioritize whole foods, protein and healthy fats.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is scaling back the number of vaccines it routinely recommends for children.
Activate Allen County is encouraging residents to take the first step toward quitting tobacco use, reminding people there is no need to wait to make a change.
Brandon Fischer from Allen County Public Health is in to explain Allen County's air quality report!
The Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) has released project agreements for the most recent annual round of infrastructure funding.
In celebration of Earth Day, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today began the rollout of nearly $1 million in grants to more than two dozen local governments statewide to clean up existing illegal dump sites containing solid wastes and/or demolition debris and to prevent future dumping.
As part of the event, the hospital will provide e-waste recycling bins for the public to drop off unwanted electronic items. Accepted items include cellphones, laptops, radios, computer equipment, media devices, small appliances, and more. The goal is to reduce landfill waste and promote environmental responsibility.
As of Monday, Health Commissioner Brandon Fischer said there are no additional confirmed measles cases, with the county’s total remaining at one. Fischer is also stressing the importance of the MMR vaccine to reduce the risk of infection.