Immunization clinic set for Nov. 13, 2018
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018 from 9-11...
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Meigs Health Today: Why diapers matter
Why diapers matter… Did you know, one in three Ohio families struggle to provide clean diapers for their baby? Disposable...
Immunization Clinic set for Oct. 30, 2018
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018 from 9-11...
Immunization Clinic set for Oct. 9, 2018
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018 from 9-11...
Managing stress with physical activity
As the heat and humidity drops and the leaves begin to change, fall is a wonderful time to get out...
The facts about head lice
By Leanne Cunningham, RN, BSN, CLC Director of Nursing “YOU HAVE HEAD LICE.” This is one of the most dreaded...
Meigs Health Today: Disaster preparedness
By Shannon E. Smith Public Health Emergency Response Coordinator Meigs County Health Department POMEROY, Ohio - How often do you...
Meigs Health Today: Rollin’ on the River
By Ceiara Martin, MPH, CHC Program Director The first official day of autumn is quickly upon us, and many may...
West Nile case in Meigs County
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department has released a statement concerning West Nile virus in the county....
Breastfeeding awareness month
With Breastfeeding Awareness Month (BAM) upon us, Meigs County WIC is supporting this year's World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA)...
Immunization clinic Aug. 14, 2018
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018 from 9-11...
Big Latch On event scheduled at Holzer
GALLIPOLIS, Ohio - During the first part of August every year, the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action organizes World Breastfeeding...
Meigs Health Today: Wise and well at work
By Ciara Martin, MPH Creating Healthy Communities Project Director Do you ever feel like you spend more time at your place...
Chow Line: The importance of hand washing to prevent foodborne illness
Proper hand washing helps to prevent foodborne illnesses. Submitted photo. My husband gets frustrated with me because I’m always reminding...
Consumer Alert: Individuals posing as Premium Health Plan representatives
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio Department of Insurance Director Jillian Froment is warning Ohioans of an insurance fraud scam involving individuals...
Food license 101
by Dawn Keller Food licenses are issued by your local health department. They are required for (almost) anyone selling food...
Meigs County Health Department addresses Hepatitis A concerns
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department has released a statement concerning Hepatitis A. According to the statement, “there...
Gallia County Health Department reports Hep A cases at restaurant
GALLIPOLIS, Ohio - Recently the Gallia County Health Department has confirmed 2 positive cases of Hepatitis A in Gallia County....
Alzheimer’s Association workshop to help families and loved ones living with Alzheimer’s
ATHENS, Ohio – The Alzheimer’s Association, West Virginia Chapter is offering Effective Communication Strategies, a free community workshop to help...
What you need to know about meningococcal disease
By Sherry Hayman, Public Health Nurse Bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis cause meningococcal disease. About 1 in 10 people have these...
Immunization Clinic set for July 17, 2018
The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3...
Hospice care touches patient, family and caregivers too
MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio - End-of-life discussions with your family can be uncomfortable and full of mixed emotions. However, in choosing...
Meigs Health Today: Juvenile Arthritis
By Angie Rosler RN Aches, pains and bruises are the story of our lives as parents of young children! However, there...
Health committee approves legislation reducing flow of opioids, expanding treatment options
COLUMBUS, Ohio — State Representative Jay Edwards (R-Nelsonville) today announced that the Ohio House Health Committee has passed legislation he...
Fight the Bite: Dealing with mosquitoes
By Steve Swatzel, RS, Director of Environmental Services Fight The Bite, Ohio! When thinking of mosquitoes, think of "Fight the...
