📅Walk-Ins are welcome on 4/22 and 4/23 at our COVID-19 vaccine clinic!
❗️No appointment necessary
📍1700 Morse Rd., Columbus (Board of Elections)
🔗Visit vax2normal.org for more clinic details ... See more

This vaccination struck a chord 🎵

Phil, a local artist and musician, came through our clinic recently to protect himself and others.

"I fully trust in this vaccine and its ability to protect me from getting very sick and potentially spreading COVID-19 to others," he said. "I think this is a very big step in the positive for humanity," he added.

He said the vaccine is safe, trusted and is the best way to get back to some semblance of normal life.

Phil also noted how going through the FCPH clinic was easy, seamless and the shot distributor was friendly and professional.

Now that he's vaccinated, Phil is excited to start creating and performing again.

"I’m in a couple bands and I can’t wait to get back with my bandmates and play some shows in front of our friends again," he said.

"Making music and art is so important to me and my community, and it’s been difficult not being able to perform! And I’m especially excited to go see my friends play music as well!" ... See more

Dr. Jordee Wells from Nationwide Children's Hospital has something to say about being #VaccineReady:

"Minority communities have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and I want to ensure those disparities don’t persist with COVID-19 vaccination rates because we have a safe and highly effective prevention strategy.

I chose to receive the COVID-19 vaccine because I’m confident that the vaccine will keep me, my family and my community safe. I know many are concerned about the vaccine and it is my responsibility as a physician to share my knowledge and explain the benefits of getting vaccinated.

We all want to return to normal as soon as possible and the vaccine gives us our best shot!"

As Minority Health Month continues, remember that FCPH and many others have vaccination appointments available at at https://gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov/ ... See more

Ever wondered what it's like to go through one of our vaccine clinics?

Now you can by watching our clinic journey video below!

The process is a breeze! And we work to get you in and out as quickly as possible! ... See more

Today’s the day to get help. When our community is suffering from at least one overdose death a day, each day counts. No one is in this alone. To find resources and learn more, visit FranklinCountyRecovers.com ... See more

Today is #CountyHealth Day - a day dedicated to celebrating the work counties are doing to improve the health of our residents and the enduring commitment of county staff serving on the frontlines in our communities. Thank you to all of our partners and to all of those who are committed to making our community a safer and healthier place. National Association of Counties ... See more

April is National Minority Health Month.

African-American children and adults are more likely to be exposed to secondhand smoke than any other racial or ethnic group. Learn more about why it’s important to be smoke free: https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/disparities/african-americans/index.htm ... See more

"The vaccine is what we have right now to stop the spread of COVID."

Executive Director of Ohio Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs (OCHLA) Ms. Lilleana Cavanaugh gives a powerful message during our Minority Health Month awareness efforts to make sure all residents are #VaccineReady ... See more

🗣 NOISE!

There's a ton of it out there about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine right now. So what's the real deal?

Let's break it down:

1. There have been 6 cases of out of 6.8 million doses given in question.

2. This is a recommended pause out of an abundance of caution.

3. If you have received a J&J vaccine *more than a month ago*, it would be incredibly rare for this condition to happen and is very unlikely.

4. If you received your J&J vaccine *within a month*, keep an eye out for symptoms (headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, shortness of breath) which typically occur 1-3 weeks later. Seek medical attention if this happens and it is important to let your medical provider know that you received the J&J vaccine.

5. We did not need to shift or cancel clinics because we give Moderna at our clinic site. Our clinics and appointments will proceed as planned.

6. CDC/FDA continues to assess the situation and will address it properly with transparency and by following science.

Stay safe everyone! ... See more

You're cleared for takeoff 🚀

Schedule your vaccine appointment today at bit.ly/vax2normal, we have plenty of SPACE available!

Franklin County Public Health has opened online scheduling today (April 13)  and will remain open as more clinics are added to the schedule. The hotline will open on Thursday, April 15th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. for appointments on April 22nd and 23rd. To schedule through the hotline call 614-525-5225.... ... See more

Have questions about the risks of vaping?

Let us help you get your head out of the clouds by tuning in to our Zoom roundtable! You'll learn more about the dangers of youth vaping and ways to help keep your kids safe this summer.

Register at https://franklincountyohio.zoom.us/j/97652239549

This event is being hosted in partnership with OSUCCC-James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, Health Awareness & Recovery Together - HART, Ohio Vapor Trade Association OHVTA, OhioHealth, Mount Carmel Health, Westland Area Commission, Hilliard City Schools, Grove City Ohio Government and American Heart Association - Ohio ... See more

This happening soon! Be sure to register!

This upcoming Tuesday, ARL will be hosting a virtual community conversation in conjunction with Franklin County Public Health regarding the various COVID-19 vaccines, the science behind the virus, and more. The discussion will be moderated by ARL’s own Bro. Curtis Walker and the panel will include multiple notable names in the Columbus community who all boast years of experience in the medical field. ⁣
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Click the following link to register today! http://bit.ly/APAFCPH ... See more

During #NationalPublicHealthWeek, we would like to thank our partners and others who make our community safer and healthier especially our Franklin County & Columbus Medical Reserve Corps and EMS volunteers for their assistance at our COVID-19 vaccination clinics. Their service plays a vital role in the success of our clinics. ... See more

The fight against COVID-19 has been long and difficult, but we fight each day with resolve.

Specifically, our friends at Resolve to Save Lives.

Since July 2020, Franklin County Public Health has joined forces with Resolve to Save Lives’ U.S. COVID-19 Response Initiative to protect public health and safely reopen our local community and economy during the pandemic.

During National Public Health Week, we honor our integrated team of experts in epidemiology, technology, communications, community engagement and program management, who are committed to building COVID-19 resilience. Together, we are looking forward to ending the COVID-19 crisis by promoting an equitable and efficient vaccine rollout and continuing to advance the science, action, communication and justice behind public health.

Thank you to our embedded Resolve staff members Tessa, Goldie, Nana, Phyllis and Hanna for all of the help you've given us in the last year. And thank you to all other Resolve regional support staff for their efforts and support during the pandemic.

We truly appreciate you! ... See more

Let’s clear the air: It’s National Public Health Week and today’s theme is galvanizing climate justice.

Climate change is one of public health's greatest challenges. While all of us will experience the health impacts of climate change, certain groups are less climate-resilient and, as a result, are more vulnerable to negative health effects of climate change.

Galvanizing climate justice to address social inequities and improve our health must be part of ongoing efforts to prepare for and respond to climate change. Franklin County Public Health’s Sustainability Section was formed specifically to embark on sustainability initiatives and address climate change.

Our Sustainability Section is currently working with Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) on establishing an air quality monitoring network (pictured) in Franklin County to better understand existing environmental disparities so that public health and sustainability initiatives can better serve the community.

That's just one example of how we are working toward understanding the impacts climate change. For more information on this project, visit https://thrivingearthexchange.org/project/columbus-oh/ ... See more

Set phasers to 1 p.m., because vaccination scheduling is now open at bit.ly/vax2normal!

Don't spend too long in orbit, because space fills fast!

The past year has been tough on everyone. Your mental health matters.

Join FCPH, The Buckeye Ranch, and the Somali Youth Association on April 8th via Zoom at 7pm to hear from a panel on the challenges of maintaining mental health during the pandemic as a youth and being drug free.

We'll then host a roundtable discussion where you can share your perspectives and learn more about building healthy relationships, mental wellness, suicide prevention, and substance abuse prevention.

Join the conversation here: https://bit.ly/3cqadlZ
This event is part of our focus on Minority Health Month! ... See more

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Make no mistake about it—racial equity is part of public health.

With it being Minority Health Month, and today being the National Public Health Week theme of advancing racial equality, it's the perfect time to talk about our agency's efforts in making our vaccine distribution equitable.

To ensure all of our residents have the opportunity to get the vaccine, we:

- Set aside 20% of our total doses weekly for equity
- Provide scheduling links to multiple community representatives that work through cultural and language barriers to provide appointments to those that need them most
- Organized seven strike teams to go into opportunity communities
- Advertise our open clinic appointments to residents high need areas
- Have given 6,900 doses to 10 pandemic providers in high need areas
- Have given 2,400 doses through Central Ohio Primary Care that are being scheduled through the Equity Advisory Council

We also now offer a request form for those involved in communities (such as senior housing) that would benefit from a specific number of equity doses set aside. To learn more and to request equity doses, go here: https://www.jotform.com/form/210775020385148 ... See more

The past year has been tough on everyone. Your mental health matters.

Join FCPH, The Buckeye Ranch, and the Somali Youth Association on April 8th via Zoom at 7pm to hear from a panel on the challenges of maintaining mental health during the pandemic as a youth and being drug free.

We'll then host a roundtable discussion where you can share your perspectives and learn more about building healthy relationships, mental wellness, suicide prevention, and substance abuse prevention.

Join the conversation here: https://bit.ly/3cqadlZ

This event is part of our focus on Minority Health Month! ... See more

Please click the link to complete this form.

Today kicks off National Public Health Week - with todays theme of rebuilding. A few weeks ago we had the pleasure of vaccinating former Ohio Department of Health Director, Dr. Amy Acton. The person you saw on tv during all those press conferences is exactly who she is: authentic, knowledgeable, empathetic and compassionate. We cannot thank her enough for guiding us through one of the most challenging times of our lives. And for being a beacon of hope.

While she is no longer at ODH we know the time she spent rebuilding the culture with a focus on equity and science has influenced us all. We thank you Dr. Acton for your tireless dedication and for giving Ohioans a glimpse of what public health is all about!

For more information regarding NPHW check out http://www.nphw.org/. ... See more

In celebration of Minority Health Month, we've asked Dr. Hyder from The Ohio State University College of Public Health to tell us what made him #VaccineReady

"My wife and I were privileged to get vaccinated recently as part of the general public in Ohio. It was like going on a 'vaccine date' together. I had a sore arm that got better in just two days!

I chose to get vaccinated because a guiding principle of my faith is the protection of life. By lowering my risk of getting COVID-19 I am keeping my family, friends and neighbors safe.

God, Most High, says 'And whoever saves one [soul], it is as if he had saved mankind entirely.' (Qur’an 5:32) For me that is the reason we are #InThisTogether and need to #GetVaccinated if we so choose and are eligible and able to access vaccines.” ... See more

Substance abuse in Franklin County is on the rise. Our kids need our help.

Join Franklin County Public Health, Health Awareness & Recovery Together - HART, Hilliard Division of Police and Norwich Township Fire Department on April 6th via Zoom at 7pm to learn more about drug use in youth in Franklin County, how to identify signs of drug use and resources available for help.

To join the discussion, go here: https://bit.ly/2QIYma8

This event is part of our focus on Minority Health Month, so stay tuned for more events and info coming soon! ... See more

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You saw the sign... and you made it happen! We are FULL! Check back next week for more appointments.
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This is your sign! 🌠✨

If you are over the age of 18 and looking for a COVID-19 vaccine appointment you can register at bit.ly/vax2normal.

We can't wait to see you at our clinic! ... See more

FCPH is proud to support the Office of Minority Health - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and other partners to encourage communities to be vaccine ready. This National Minority Health Month, learn what role we all play in raising vaccine confidence. minorityhealth.hhs.gov/nmhm/

During the month of April, we will be amplifying voices from our county as they talk about the importance of being vaccine ready. Stay tuned! ... See more

Wasting food has a real impact on our environment. The food wasted in Central Ohio each year required 160,000 acres of potential wildlife habitat space to grow. That’s roughly half of Franklin County. Help reduce food waste at SaveMoreThanFood.org #ReduceFoodWasteOH ... See more

The spring holidays are upon us and we're sharing some tips to help you reduce food waste and celebrate more sustainably. http://ow.ly/AjnH50EdE6m

Substance abuse in Franklin County is on the rise. Our kids need our help.

Join Franklin County Public Health, Health Awareness & Recovery Together - HART, Hilliard Division of Police and Norwich Township Fire Department on April 6th via Zoom at 7pm to learn more about drug use in youth in Franklin County, how to identify signs of drug use and resources available for help.

To join the discussion, go here: https://bit.ly/2QIYma8

This event is part of our focus on Minority Health Month, so stay tuned for more events and info coming soon! ... See more

Please click the link to complete this form.

The sock game is strong, and so are we!

We're just checking in to remind you that we're starting to get a leg up on COVID-19, but now isn't the time to let up! Let's keep getting vaccinated, wearing masks, washing our hands and watching our distance out in public! Stay on your toes!

This was taken at one of our clinics, and those have been great chances for us to see all of you band together and move forward into the future. We've loved seeing everyone, and can't to see even more of you.

Have a great weekend! ... See more

All appointments are full! Check back next week for additional appointments.
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We are cleared for scheduling!
Who qualifies?
- Individuals who are 18 years of age an older [Moderna].

Don't delay and reserve your space today @ bit.ly/vax2normal ... See more

On behalf of the Franklin County Board of Health and the 480,000 residents we serve, Franklin County Public Health (FCPH) extends its thanks to Governor DeWine for the courage to veto Senate Bill 22 (SB 22).

Specifically, SB 22 limits the ability of local boards of health to issue board orders to businesses and to issue orders of quarantine or isolation without a medical diagnosis. Without this authority, local health departments will not be able to respond to any number of outbreaks or emergencies including:

- Communicable disease (Ebola, COVID-19, Measles)
- Bioterrorist attacks (Anthrax)
- Vector control (West Nile virus, Rabies)
- Foodborne illnesses (Hepatitis A, E. coli)
- Septic system regulations and Legionnaires’ disease
- Lead abatement

To read our full letter of support, go here: https://vax2normal.org/sb22-march-23-2021/ ... See more

COLUMBUS (WCMH) — As expected, Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill Tuesday that would have limited the power of the governor’s office and the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) to issue health …

It's #WorldWaterDay. Today, water is under extreme threat from a growing population, increasing demands of agriculture and industry, and the worsening impacts of climate change. Our Water Quality Division works hard to protect the health of our residents and our water sources by monitoring the proper treatment and disposal of all wastewater for household and some commercial sewage treatment systems to protect surface and groundwater from contamination. Staff also review and approve permits for the construction, alteration and abandonment of private water systems (wells or other sources of residential water sources) to ensure that these water sources are constructed and maintained in a safe manner. ... See more

Kick your used tires to the curb and help us fight the bite at our tire drive this Saturday 🦟

Scrap tires hold water, which provides the perfect environment for mosquitoes to lay their eggs and to hatch.

To help reduce the mosquito population, we are holding a scrap tire turn-in day for residents of Franklin Township Ohio Government this Saturday (March 20th) from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Franklin Township Offices located on 2193 Frank Road, Columbus, 43223.

https://mosquito.myfcph.org/about.../asian-tiger-mosquitoes/ ... See more

UPDATE: All appointments have been booked! Check back next week when we have more appointments.
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Alright astronauts, let's see what you got!

Schedule your vaccination appointment today at bit.ly/vax2normal, and remember we're blasting off to a new galaxy where more of you can get vaccinated 🚀

Who qualifies to receive the COVID-19 vaccine?

- Individuals who are 40+
- Individuals who with cancer, chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart disease and obesity

AND everyone who previously qualified including those who are pregnant, living with type 1 and 2 diabetes or in end stage renal failure and ALS, bone marrow transplant recipients and others who are living with severe congenital, developmental or early onset medical disorders [see full list at https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/covid-19-vaccination-program?fbclid=IwAR3UQDUbF6Ick8OwYlgcqR2ox_GhASR_UvCHOcN6geIivFSRo496JO0RcQg]

AND individuals who work in

- Childcare services
- Funeral services
- Law enforcement and corrections officers

Get your appointment before SPACE fills up! ... See more

Reminder 📅: Pop-up COVID-19 testing sites are still happening. One is scheduled on March 20th at the St. Charles Preparatory School located at 2010 E. Broad St, Bexley from 9 a.m. to noon. To find a testing site near you, please visit https://vax2normal.org/testing/. ... See more

M&M! This dynamic duo has been BFFs so long that they couldn’t even remember when they met. But they met when they both worked in childcare. 💖

We love capturing the joy in the eyes of the folks who swing through our clinic. Connecting with you all and hearing your stories inspires us.✨

We can’t wait until the stars align and we get to know you at our vaccination clinic!

#vax2normal ... See more

🍀If you're celebrating this weekend stay smart and stay safe! Make good choices that protects yourself and others from COVID-19. We have made so much progress, do not let up now! We are almost there. ... See more

❗️Scheduling is tomorrow❗️

Starting at 4 p.m., our web scheduling portal will open up at bit.ly/vax2normal. As a reminder, this clinic is open to:

- Individuals who are 50+
- Individuals who are type 2 diabetic or in end stage renal failure

AND everyone who previously qualified including those who are pregnant, living with type 1 diabetes and ALS, bone marrow transplant recipients and others who are living with severe congenital, developmental or early onset medical disorders [see full list at https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/covid-19-vaccination-program?fbclid=IwAR25USlaU1qDOruOhnPIXQxMPCtTRaQBmj38YffkgRULL7Ie9ZMxmGRLL8I]

AND individuals who work in
- Childcare services
- Funeral services
- Law enforcement and corrections officers #vax2normal ... See more

Kick your used tires to the curb and help us fight the bite at our tire drive this Saturday 🦟

Scrap tires hold water, which provides the perfect environment for mosquitoes to lay their eggs and to hatch.

To help reduce the mosquito population as the weather gets warmer, we are holding a scrap tire turn-in day for residents of Mifflin Township - Ohio and Clinton Township, Franklin County, Ohio this Saturday (March 13th) from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Mifflin Township Firehouse Station #132 located on 2459 Agler Road, Columbus, 43224.

https://mosquito.myfcph.org/about-mosquitoes/asian-tiger-mosquitoes/ ... See more

Mifflin/Clinton Township Saturday March 13th 9am-11am Mifflin Township Firehouse Station #132 2459 Agler Rd Columbus, OH 43224

UPDATE: We are fully booked! Check back later this week for more information on additional appointments.
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Pop those planners! 🗓 It's time to schedule!

Who qualifies to receive the COVID-19 vaccine?
- Individuals who are 50+
- Individuals who are type 2 diabetic or in end stage renal failure

AND everyone who previously qualified including those who are pregnant, living with type 1 diabetes and ALS, bone marrow transplant recipients and others who are living with severe congenital, developmental or early onset medical disorders [see full list at https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/covid-19-vaccination-program]

AND individuals who work in
- Childcare services
- Funeral services
- Law enforcement and corrections officers

May the force be with you ✨
Schedule @ bit.ly/vax2normal ... See more

If you know anyone in Ross County looking for COVID-19 vaccine appointments, Ross County Health District has open slots this week!

REMINDER! We are now taking appointments for our upcoming COVID-19 Clinics!

Vaccine Scheduling Update:

We’re happy to launch a new, easier way to schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment!

Our clinics are now open to those that are in Tier 1A, 1B, Tier 1C and Phase 2 (age 60+) to receive their first dose. In total for this coming week, we are offering a total of 2025 appointment times!
We have clinic appointments open for both Janssen and Pfizer vaccines.

The Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine will ONLY be offered on Monday, March 8.

The Pfizer vaccine will be offered on Tuesday-Friday of this week.

Use this link to see available appointments for our Pfizer clinics and claim your spot! (bit.ly/GetVaxRoss)

Use this link to see available appointments for our Janssen clinic and claim your spot! (bit.ly/GetVaxRossCounty-Janssen) ... See more

In honor of Employee Appreciation Day and in recognition of the year-long dedication during the COVID-19 response, the Franklin County Board of Health and Senior Staff would like to send a big thank you to all FCPH staff members for their expertise and commitment to our agency and our community. ... See more

This one will hit you right in the heart! 💖

This is Prairie Township, Franklin County, OH Medic Kevin and his mother. How amazing is it that he was able to give her the vaccination? Real life hero. 🦸🏽‍♂️

*All the feels* and yes, we’re crying.

Prairie Township Firefighters Association ... See more

UPDATE: Scheduling went at LIGHT SPEED and is now closed. Please check back for future appointments!

You're cleared for takeoff! 🚀

Registration has launched and is open at bit.ly/vax2normal. You can also call and schedule at (614) 525-5225.

Remember this week we're exploring new heights and taking one giant leap, as scheduling is now open to those that are in Tier 1B, Tier 1C and Phase 2 (age 60+) to receive their first dose. Moderna is the vaccine that will be given at this clinic.

Reserve your space today, and we look forward to seeing you at our clinics! ... See more

Additional phases are opening and more individuals can receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting Thursday, March 4th. Take a listen to see if you qualify.

❗️Stay tuned!! We will be releasing more details this week on how to schedule an appointment with us. For more info check our website covid-19.myfcph.org.

Even if it’s not with us, we hope you choose to get vaccinated! 🧡 ... See more

The Columbus Black Physicians Network shares an important message on the impact of COVID-19 on people of color and the importance of getting the vaccine when you're eligible.

The truth is: Black History Month isn’t just about history…

With the close of Black History Month, we’re reflecting on the last year, where we are now and where we’re going on the path towards equity for African Americans in our community. This year, we made some strides on that path including:

1. Declaring racism a public health crisis - Black Ohioans also have a nearly three times higher rate of infant mortality, lower birth weights, are more likely to be overweight or obese, have adult onset diabetes and have long-term complications from diabetes. We can’t let these trends continue.

2. Hiring our first Associate Director of Equity & Inclusion charged with implementing the FCPH Equity Planning Framework to guide our equity, justice and inclusion work.

3. Reflecting all of Franklin County - FCPH has made a concentrated effort to highlight the makeup of our county with the images and videos we post to our websites and social media channels. Our creative needs to reflect our community.

4. Distributing vaccine equitably - FCPH implemented a Covid-19 equitable vaccination strategy focused on three critical areas: communication, engagement and access. A key component, the Community Ambassadors project is partnering with trusted messengers in our neighborhoods to bring in more African American residents to our clinics with increased communication and outreach.

5. Training FCPH Board of Health Members, Sr. Staff, Leadership Team, internal Health Equity Committee on equity and cultural humility - These sessions were titled Collaborating in the Presence of Difference.

6. Convening the Racial Equity Through Action and Learning Virtual Summit - Co-hosted by Franklin County Public Health and Columbus Public Health, Center for Public Health Innovation with 324 attendees.

7. Hosting the anti-racism themed Equity in Action: Moving from Theory to Practice - 2020 FCPH CHAT Summit with 95 attendees.

8. Establishing external Equity Advisory Council with 20 official community members who signed letters of commitment in support of our equity and anti-racism efforts.

These strides are exactly that. Strides. We still have a long way to go in achieving health equity, but we remain committed to taking this journey towards a better future. ... See more

If you’ve seen our Spread Love campaign, then you’ve seen some of the creativity of Canvaas Consulting at work.

Continuing our focus on Black History Month and amplifying voices in our community, our friends at the local marketing agency agreed to come to the table and share their thoughts.

“Black History Month gives us an opportunity to learn, celebrate and reflect on Black stories, heroes, tragedies and our contributions throughout world history,” said Dionte’ Johnson, the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Canvaas.

He added the agency believes even though Black History should have a greater presence in our school systems, the month of February provides the perfect opportunity to educate people on our progressive journey to where we are today.

“Sharing stories is what builds empathy, empathy is what leads to conviction which ultimately leads to change,” Johnson said. “Regardless of how we feel about it, the hyper-focused approach raises new awareness every year, and through the new lens we take one step forward towards equality.”

Equality is something heavily rooted in Canvaas’ philosophy and identity. Co-Founder and Content Director Yaves Ellis told us it’s important that they give back to the Black community.

“As an African American owned agency we take pride in serving our community. We understand that the black experience is not monolithic,” Ellis said.

“We embody the heterogeneity of our culture in that our team is made up of a diverse group that’s connected and rooted in the black community” he added.

Ellis said the agency engages a number of teenagers and college students in an internship at their offices where they can learn the inner workings of marketing, branding, video and design. They also host quarterly community outreach events that serve to deliver services to underserved communities and neighborhoods.

“Ultimately we find that our passion is building and launching campaigns that speak to the need for equity and inclusion across a number of sectors,” Ellis said.

When searching for a local firm to work with on Spread Love, equity, inclusion and the need to reach audiences and communities that typically don’t see our messages was critical. Something that Operations Director Elyse Applewhite has seen become apparent in recent years.

“Public Health agencies are now showing that they aren't just going to talk about something — they're ready for action and they’re doing that by directly engaging communities they service and communicate with, through direct partnership,” Applewhite said before adding, “Canvaas is a minority owned business and we are very passionate about bringing the entire community to the table with us.”

Applewhite noted that FCPH had wanted to work with trusted community messengers in order to improve health equity despite the challenges of past mistakes and historical struggles.

“There is a known level of distrust in relation to communities of color and the health system,” she said.

“For us to address the issue and provide solutions, there is a need for people of color to be present in those conversations and brainstorms. It is important that decision makers who are sincere about moving forward and righting historical wrongs, partner with those communities who have been afflicted. That in particular is key for growth and FCPH is showing their willingness to bring about change,” she added. ... See more

Congratulations to our own Joe Mazzola and Dr. Mysheika Roberts for winning Columbus CEO Executives of the Year!

From the story: "Mazzola says he never thought he’d be in the public eye as much as he has been in the past 12 months, but he is 'very, very thankful to work in public health' and with his staff in particular."

And as Joe hints at here, thank you to all of our staff that have worked nights, weekends and made numerous sacrifices to ensure FCPH can tackle this pandemic the best we can. This struggle has needed many hands to keep up the fight, and it's been an honor to do incredible work with the incredible people of this agency.

Read the story here: https://www.columbusceo.com/story/business/awards/ceo/2021/02/26/dr-mysheika-roberts-and-joe-mazzola-columbus-ceo-healthcare-achievement-awards-2021/6820188002/ ... See more

Pop open your calendars, because COVID-19 vaccine scheduling is now available!

Schedule your appointment for next week at bit.ly/vax2normal.

This clinic will be open to those age 65+ and those with severe congenital, developmental or early onset disorders to receive their first dose.

**Important – FCPH will have Moderna vaccine so all individuals in the severe congenital, developmental or early onset disorder must be age 18 and older.

We're so excited to see you at our clinics! ... See more

COVID-19 Vaccine: Phase 1B

We will open scheduling at 10 a.m. tomorrow Friday, February 26th for appointments next week.

This clinic will be open to those age 65+ and those with severe congenital, developmental or early onset disorders to receive their first dose. Scheduling will take place online only at bit.ly/vax2normal.

**Important – FCPH will have Moderna vaccine so all individuals in the severe congenital, developmental or early onset disorder must be age 18 and older.

We can't wait to see you at our clinic! ... See more

Tune in tonight @ 7 pm!

There is a lot of information going around now about the COVID-19 vaccine. We want to help separate facts from fear, and are taking part in a community conversation about the vaccine. Please join us this Thursday when our experts will answer your questions on 10TV. Tune in and participate with 10TV or wherever you stream 10TV from 7 p.m. -8 p.m., and move over to 10TV - WBNS’s Facebook page from 8pm-8:30pm to continue the discussion. ... See more