Sandusky County Public Health

02/08/2026

A game plan is the key to success. Make your own plan before kickoff by designating a sober driver. 🏈 Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.

Alt Text: Football field with text that reads: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.

02/05/2026

Today, Health Educator Jamie presented at CADCA's National Leadership Forum in Washington D.C. She presented on a panel and talked about how we used SAMHSA's Talk. They Hear You campaign in Sandusky County.

After the presentation, Jamie, along with Sandusky County Family & Children First Director Stacey Gibson, met with Representative Marcy Kaptur's office to talk about the importance of federal prevention funding and it's positive impact in our community.

02/03/2026

02/02/2026

Visit the Safe Sleep Academy for clear, evidence-based guidance that helps protect babies during sleep. This free resource is designed for new and expecting parents, caregivers, and anyone who wants to better understand safe sleep practices and reduce the risk of SIDS and suffocation.

Explore the Safe Sleep Academy today and share it with families and caregivers in your life. Knowledge shared is safety multiplied. Visit - https://safesleepacademy.org/

01/30/2026

? Chores like cleaning the house are perfect ways to get your body moving. Turn it up a notch by adding squats, lunges, and other small movements.

Check out ’s resources for more tips: https://odphp.health.gov/moveyourway

01/25/2026

We are closed tomorrow, January 26, 2026, due to the weather.

Alt text: Photo of snow covered trees with text that reads: We are closed tomorrow, January 26, 2026, due to weather.

01/23/2026

Today is Maternal Health Awareness Day, and SCPH wants expectant moms and their partners to know that pregnancy complications can happen during pregnancy and up to one year after giving birth. It is important for pregnant women and new moms to learn the urgent maternal warning signs and talk to their healthcare provider about anything that does not feel right. Women know their bodies best!
Our nurses can provide a FREE home visit for any Sandusky County mom with a newborn up to six weeks old - see the flyer for details! And check the warning signs here: https://childrenandyouth.ohio.gov/for-families/maternal-infant-wellness/Urgent-Maternal-Warning-Signs

01/20/2026

‼️The Men's Focus Group scheduled for today has been cancelled due to the Level 2 Snow Emergency. It will be rescheduled for a later date.

01/19/2026

If you need a warm place to stay, Pontifex is open Monday and Tuesday.

❄️Warming Center Update ❄️

Our warming center will be open Monday January 19 and Tuesday January 20.
If you plan to stay overnight, please check in before 6:00 PM.

➡️ We could really use volunteers right now.
At this time, we are primarily accommodating men. If a woman comes needing shelter, we currently do not have female volunteers available to stay with her, so additional help in that area would be especially appreciated.

➡️ Food Donations Needed
If anyone is willing to make a dish that serves about 5 people, it would be a huge blessing to those staying with us.

If you can volunteer or bring food, please reach out or comment below. Thank you for helping us care for our community during this cold weather. ❤️

01/18/2026

🥶 Brrr—It’s cold out there! 🧣

Stay warm and safe by dressing in layers:
👕 Base layer to keep you dry
🧥 Insulating layer to hold in heat
🧤 Outer layer to block wind and snow

Don’t forget boots, hat, gloves, and warm socks—frostbite can happen fast in this cold! Bundle up before heading out over the next few days. 💙❄️