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...
Consumer and Health News
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...
Recalling cholera epedemics in Meigs County
Cholera Route of the Epedemic of 1832. “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” – George...
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...
C8 update: DuPont/Chemours ask area judge to dismiss Ohio’s PFOA case
By Callie Lyons MARIETTA, Ohio - Washington County Judge Randall Burnworth today (July 20, 2018) heard arguments in the State...
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...
Grain handler pleads guilty to stealing more than $3 million from Ohio farmers
NORWALK, Ohio — Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Agriculture Director David Daniels announced today that a...
Safe summer driving tips
COLUMBUS, Ohio - During the summer season, thousands of travelers visiting family and friends depend on Ohio's network of highways...
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...
Excessive Heat Warning for Meigs County July 4, 2018
MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio - The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Meigs County and many of the...
Cooling station open July 4, 2018
SYRACUSE, Ohio - With a heat advisory issued for Meigs County, a cooling station is being set up at the...
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...
Meigs Health Today: What you need to know about HPV
By Courtney C. Midkiff, BSC, MCHD Administrator and MCCI Member The Meigs County Health Department (MCHD); Meigs County Cancer Initiative,...
Immunization Clinic set for June 26, 2018
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 from 9-11...
CDC: Fewer U.S. high school students having sex, using drugs
The 2017 National Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) paints a promising picture about the drug and sexual behaviors U.S. high...
Safety tips for hot weather
MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio - As summer temperatures rise, it is important to know how to be safe in the heat...
Meigs Health Today: How dad can be part of the breastfeeding process
By Sherry Eagle, WIC Director When you first discover you’re pregnant there are so many things that run through your...
