Wood County Hospital

01/12/2026

If taking more time for self-care is on your 2026 resolution list, the Wood County Hospital Gift Shop has the perfect finds to help you slow down, de-stress and take time for you this year. 💆‍♀️🕯️🫖

From relaxation essentials to mindfulness tools, treat yourself to a little extra care in 2026.

01/11/2026

Meet the newest addition to our Pet Therapy team, Baron! 🐾

Baron is a 12-year-old Yellow Lab born on November 11, 2014. He is a member of Beverly & Salim E’s family, where he enjoys playing games inside.

A fun fact about Baron is that he was named after Captain Von Trapp from The Sound of Music.

Please join us in welcoming him to Wood County Hospital!

01/10/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗹𝘆𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳! 🧡🤎
Wood County Hospital is proud to be the official hospital of BGSU Athletics. This partnership gives fans the opportunity to enter in the contest when WCH representatives attend select basketball and hockey games this winter to register participants. 🏀🏒

One lucky winner will receive an all-inclusive trip for two to fly with the BGSU Football team to Nebraska for their game in September 2026. The contest is open to individuals 21 and older who are not employees of BGSU or Wood County Hospital.✈️🏈

Stop by, enter to win and support Falcon Athletics!

01/09/2026

Do you know which vaccines you’ve had, or which ones you still need? It can be overwhelming to keep track, which is why we break down the key vaccines adults should receive and what to keep on your radar for the future. Find out what vaccines you may still need ⬇️

Types of Adult Vaccines and When to Get Them

01/09/2026

Wishing a happy belated 9th birthday to our therapy dog, Benny! 🐾🎉

At Wood County Hospital, we love celebrating our therapy dogs and the positive impact they make for our staff, patients and visitors. Their presence creates a meaningful connection to the outside world, something that can be especially comforting for those isolated in hospital rooms.

Did you know? A UCLA study found that 79% of patients experienced a significant reduction in stress and anxiety after a visit from a therapy dog.

That’s just one of the many reasons we’re proud to continue growing our pet therapy program and celebrating the incredible difference these dogs bring every day.

01/08/2026

𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱’𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 - 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗮 👜✨👛🎟️

🗓️ 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕔 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: Doors open at 5:00 PM
📍 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: Wood County Junior Fair Building

This event is all about good food, great company and a little excitement — dinner and dessert, live purse games, door prizes and a photo booth to capture the fun. A cash bar and raffles will be available during the evening.

Individual tickets are $50 per person, or reserve a table to guarantee seating together. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for those looking to support the event while enjoying a night out.

Last year’s Purse Extravaganza was a sellout, so early reservations are encouraged.

01/08/2026

Are you considering weight loss surgery, but are feeling conflicted about it? You’re not alone. Many people have questions, concerns and misconceptions about bariatric surgery.

To help ease any worries you may have, we’re answering common myths about weight loss surgery.

❌ 𝗠𝘆𝘁𝗵: “It’s the easy way out.”

✅ 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁: While weight loss surgery can help patients lose a significant amount of weight, long-term success requires commitment. Healthy eating, regular exercise and ongoing follow-up care are essential. Surgery is a powerful tool for safe and effective weight loss, but it’s just one part of a comprehensive, lifelong plan.

👉 Start your weight loss journey today with Wood County Hospital: https://www.woodcountyhospital.org/medical-services/weight-loss

01/07/2026

On Saturday, January 3, Wood County Hospital’s Sports Medicine Supervisor, Mike Messaros, had the honor of performing the ceremonial puck drop at the BGSU vs. Ohio State hockey game.

During the game, Wood County Hospital was recognized for its sponsorship and continued partnership as the official hospital of BGSU and all of its athletic programs.

Thank you, Bowling Green State University, for having us and for an exciting night of Falcon hockey!

01/07/2026

Want to feel more confident and prepared in any situation? Join us for a 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 on Wednesday, February 4.

📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: BGSU Student Union, Multi-Purpose Room (228)
⏰ 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 5-9 PM

During this session, you’ll learn:
• Prevention strategies to reduce your risk
• Tips for traveling safely
• How and when to take action
• Simple self-defense techniques

Pre-registration is required, and space is limited, so don’t wait! Register online using the link below or call Wellness Services at (419) 354-8897

🔗: https://bit.ly/4qExd3J

01/06/2026

Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck, and while small, it plays a big role in your health.

The thyroid gland produces hormones that help regulate many important body functions, including metabolism. Metabolism is how your body turns the food you eat into energy, and every cell in your body relies on that energy to function. When your thyroid isn’t working properly, it can affect your entire body.

DYK? About 20 million Americans are living with a thyroid condition, and nearly 60% don’t even know they have one. That’s why Thyroid Awareness Month is so important.

Symptoms can vary depending on the type of thyroid condition, but if you’re experiencing any of these general symptoms, talk with your healthcare provider about checking your thyroid function.

01/05/2026

We’re excited to share that Wood County Hospital has once again earned the 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱-𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio for 2025!

This award recognizes employers across Ohio who go the extra mile to support employee wellness and create a positive workplace.

We are grateful to our amazing team, led by the Wellness department, for making employee health and wellness a priority every day! 👏💚

01/04/2026

Did you know that the type of healthcare visit you choose can significantly impact your medical bill? From primary care appointments to emergency room visits, learn how costs differ and how to make the best decisions for both your health and your budget. 🩺 ⬇️

How Different Healthcare Visits Affect Your Medical Bills