Mahoning County Public Health

04/30/2026

Mahoning County Public Health will be closed next Thursday, May 7th, for an all-staff training. The Planning Commission and the Building Inspection Department will remain open that day.

MCPH will resume normal business hours on Friday, May 8th.

04/30/2026

We are sharing about a newborn screening advocacy opportunity designed to support and empower families in Ohio. This effort is being led by Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and funded by the Ohio Department of Health.

See details below. Any questions can be emailed to OhioNBSFamilies@cchmc.org.

04/29/2026

Did you know? Placing babies on their back to sleep reduces the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related infant deaths. Help baby sleep safe every time by placing them alone, on their back, in a crib.

Need a safe place for your baby to sleep? Contact our office at 330.270.2855, ext. 125 to see if you qualify for our Cribs for Kids program.

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04/29/2026

Mosquito season is upon us! Our Environmental Health Director spoke with WKBN 27 Youngstown OH to discuss prevention tips and how to protect yourself from mosquito-borne illness. Check out the interview below.

The annoying insects might be lurking in places you haven’t thought of.

04/27/2026

Healthy beginnings start before pregnancy. Taking care of your body before pregnancy through proper nutrition, regular checkups, and healthy habits can improve outcomes for both parent and baby. It’s not just about preparing for pregnancy, it’s about building a strong, healthy foundation for the future.

To learn about the various prenatal health programs offered through Mahoning County Public Health, visit https://mch-hub-site-mc-boh.hub.arcgis.com/ or call our office at 330-270-2855 ext. 125.

04/24/2026

Tomorrow (April 25th) is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Safe disposal helps protect children, pets, and our environment. To find a participating location near you on April 25th, visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday.

There are several medication drop boxes in Mahoning County that are available year-round. Check out our website at https://www.mahoninghealth.org/medical-disposal/ for a current list of locations.

04/22/2026

🌎 Healthy Planet, Healthy People

This Earth Day, we are reminded that caring for the planet means caring for ourselves. Our health is directly connected to the environment around us. Clean air can help reduce asthma and breathing problems, and clean water prevents illness and keeps our communities healthy.

Every action we take to protect the Earth (reducing pollution, conserving resources, and supporting sustainable choices) helps build a healthier future for everyone.

Let’s celebrate our planet by taking steps that support both environmental health and human wellbeing. Because when the planet thrives, people thrive too. 💚🌱

04/20/2026

Almost half of American adults have hypertension (high blood pressure) and of those, only 20% had their high blood pressure under control. Uncontrolled high blood pressure is a major risk factor for strokes, heart failure, and kidney disease.

We are offering Health Coaches for Hypertension Control, an 8-week program that helps those with high blood pressure better manage their condition by focusing on nutrition, physical activity, medication management, stress management, and more.

✅ Mondays from 11:00am-12:30pm at the Tri-Lakes Library (13820 Mahoning Avenue, North Jackson, OH 44451). Class on Monday, May 18th will be at 1:00pm instead of 11:00am, and there is no class on Monday, June 15th.

To learn more or to register, please visit libraryvisit.org, call the library at 330-744-8636, or speak with a librarian. Spots are limited!

04/20/2026

In case you missed it - Mahoning County Public Health launched the Care Cabinet, a 24/7 outdoor harm reduction vending machine providing free, life-saving supplies to the community. The cabinet is located outside the front doors of our office at 50 Westchester Drive in Austintown and is accessible at any time, day or night.
Funded by the OneOhio Recovery Foundation, the Care Cabinet increases access to essential public health resources at no cost and with no identifying information required, just a simple universal PIN number is required to select the items needed.
Supplies available include:
· Naloxone
· Fentanyl test strips
· Xylazine test strips
· Wound care kits
· Hygiene kits
· Feminine hygiene products
This initiative is part of MCPH’s ongoing commitment to reducing preventable deaths, improving community health, and increasing access to essential services.

04/17/2026

The Baby & Me To***co Free Program (BMTFP) helps pregnant people quit using ni****ne and stay tobacco-free after their baby is born. The program offers support, counseling, and helpful resources to build healthier futures for families.
Mahoning County Public Health employs trained facilitators that are certified by the National BMTFP to conduct the program. To enroll in your local Baby & Me To***co Free Program, contact Mahoning County Public Health at 330-270-2855 ext. 125

04/16/2026

Don’t let mosquitoes take over your home and yard!

Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying, they can carry harmful diseases. The good news? You can take simple steps to keep them under control both outside and inside your home:

Eliminate standing water (their breeding ground!)
• Once a week, empty, scrub, cover, or toss items that hold water (like buckets, toys, planters, birdbaths, and trash cans)
• Keep water storage containers tightly covered
• Use fine mesh on containers without lids
• Fill tree holes to prevent water from collecting

Keep mosquitoes OUT of your home
• Install or repair window and door screens
• Keep doors (including garage doors) closed - don’t leave them propped open
• Use air conditioning when possible

04/15/2026

More than 50% of all flood fatalities are vehicle related. You never know how deep the water is or if the road has been washed away or compromised beneath the water. Don’t risk driving into floodwater. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!
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