The Problem Mosquito and tick disease. Asthma. Allergies. These things can’t be measured on a thermometer, but they are vital rates for people to know so they can live a healthy life. They also have historically been tracked at a … Read More
Franklin County Public Health is proud to celebrate International Overdose Awareness Day as a time to raise awareness of substance use disorder, combat stigmatization, promote treatment, celebrate recovery and strengthen our collective efforts to prevent overdose deaths. Throughout the month … Read More
Franklin County Public Health is excited to announce that we are taking applications for free water bottle filling stations to give to community organizations with funding provided through the Ohio Department of Health. Applicants can include schools, government agencies, faith-based … Read More
The heat’s been turned up here in Franklin County. Remember that you can beat the heat and keep those around you safe by: Staying hydrated. Limiting outdoor activities. Limiting heat exposure to pregnant individuals. Checking on your neighbors (especially older … Read More
Nothing is more nutritious or tastes better than your own home-grown produce and herbs! Besides the better flavor, there are other benefits to gardening even if you are more into flowers than veggies! Don’t have a green thumb? We still … Read More
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month! But many people don’t find out about Lyme Disease until they or someone they know has contracted it. Let’s dive into the facts: What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that … Read More
Mental health is an essential part of public health—it affects how we feel, think, and act, and can influence how we handle stress, get along with others, and make healthy choices in daily life. Poor mental health can also adversely … Read More
Public health is more than just health care. It’s the steps we take to make sure our neighborhoods and environment are free from pollution. It’s making sure our food and water are safe to eat and drink. It’s the relationships … Read More
By Cassie Baker Neybe’s passion has always been helping people—but in 2023, she knew she could do more. Neybe is a Community Health Worker (CHW) with Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services (ETSS) who discovered she could use the power an app … Read More
Franklin County Public Health is proud to announce the release of three Harm Reduction Vending Machines in different areas of Franklin County. These machines make life saving resources available at no cost. “Harm Reduction Vending Machines make resources to prevent … Read More
