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988 Day is an opportunity to raise awareness and support for the Lifeline through creative community activities. Learn h...
09/09/2025

988 Day is an opportunity to raise awareness and support for the Lifeline through creative community activities. Learn how to get involved and make a difference at https://bit.ly/4g9Jx8j.

09/08/2025
A short Fair scavenger hunt: 👀 Find the hand washing stations. 🐓 Find the cutest cow on the grounds (but don’t touch!) 🍟...
09/07/2025

A short Fair scavenger hunt: 👀 Find the hand washing stations. 🐓 Find the cutest cow on the grounds (but don’t touch!) 🍟 Find your favorite fair food. ℹ Check out these tips for staying healthy at the fair: https://bit.ly/4kt0886

September marks the beginning of respiratory virus season in Ohio. It's time for expecting mothers to speak with a healt...
09/05/2025

September marks the beginning of respiratory virus season in Ohio. It's time for expecting mothers to speak with a healthcare provider about the maternal RSV vaccination. The vaccine passes protection down to your baby so they are protected against RSV at birth. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VxYbMP

09/05/2025

Children must be able to see clearly in order to read, which is absolutely essential to a child's learning process. Today, Director Bruce Vanderhoff and I are excited to share that the new OhioSEE program will serve kindergarten through 3rd-grade students in 15 high-priority counties to make sure children are getting the comprehensive vision care they need. http://bit.ly/3V2VrXF

Risk factors for uterine cancer include:➡️Obesity➡️Late menopause➡️Family historyTalk to your doctor to assess your risk...
09/03/2025

Risk factors for uterine cancer include:
➡️Obesity
➡️Late menopause
➡️Family history
Talk to your doctor to assess your risk and learn more: https://cle.clinic/3JJQJf5

08/22/2025

We want everyone to know that hope and help are always within reach. That’s why we’re honoring Su***de Prevention Month this September with a new resource to help Ohioans take meaningful steps toward preventing su***de and supporting mental health. Find out how you can support someone you love: https://bit.ly/OhioSu***dePreventionToolkit

08/22/2025

August 31 is . Local communities across the state will gather to reflect on the many lives lost to addiction and take actions to prevent overdose. Visit RecoveryOhio to find an event near you.

08/20/2025

Does your back to school checklist seem endless? 🍎📚 When you’re feeling overwhelmed… STOP. Take a moment. Check in on yourself. Remember, you can only do one thing at a time.

For more tips for dealing with stress, visit mha.ohio.gov/checkin.

07/28/2025
The Ohio State Fair is open! Do you plan on going!? Keep these tips in mind to keep you and your family healthy: https:/...
07/23/2025

The Ohio State Fair is open! Do you plan on going!? Keep these tips in mind to keep you and your family healthy: https://bit.ly/4kt0886 (Don’t forget to visit our booth! 😏)

As you celebrate the ultimate summer food with today, remember to keep cooked hot dogs out of the “danger zone” to lim...
07/16/2025

As you celebrate the ultimate summer food with today, remember to keep cooked hot dogs out of the “danger zone” to limit your chance of food poisoning. Preferably, eat them while they’re hot! They’re not called cold dogs, after all. 😜

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