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Licking Memorial Health Systems is dedicated to the mission of improving the health of the community.

02/07/2026

Please join Thomas J. Hagele, M.D., M.B.A., of Licking Memorial Hospital Dermatology Clinic – West Main, as he leads a discussion and answers general questions about skin cancer during a casual, 40-minute walk at the Adena Recreation Center at The Ohio State University, Newark Campus. Blood pressure screenings and healthy snacks will be available. Registration is required for this free event and may be completed by calling the Licking Memorial Events Line at (220) 564-1560.

02/06/2026

Did you know that healthcare workers are 5 times more likely to face workplace violence? Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) established a Safety & Security Department in 2021, integrating law enforcement with safety employees trained in de-escalation techniques, which has led to a 51 percent decrease in workplace violence between 2020 and 2024. Learn more about what the Safety & Security Department is doing to keep our patients, visitors, and staff safe! https://www.lmhealth.org/getdoc/a92c7d83-a072-4a37-82e1-355db5b5ef7f/Behind-the-Scenes-Safety-Security.aspx

02/05/2026

Tomorrow is National Wear Red Day! Wear red on Friday, February 6, in support of increasing women’s heart health awareness. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, causing 1 in 5 deaths each year. Only 44 percent of women recognize that heart disease is their number 1 killer. About 1 in 16 women, age 20 and older, have coronary heart disease.

02/04/2026

Pregnancy can evoke a wide range of emotions and concerns. Excitement and joy are common feelings, but there can also be anxiety about the many life changes that are about to occur. Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) offers the CenteringPregnancy Program to provide assistance from pregnancy through postpartum for expectant mothers. CenteringPregnancy is prenatal care that includes a traditional health checkup with additional time and attention in a group setting. Participants meet with other women with similar due dates for eight sessions and have the opportunity to share learning and experiences with others. Women are offered the opportunity to participate in the CenteringPregnancy program during their initial prenatal appointment with an LMH Perinatal Nurse Navigator (PNN). PNNs are specially trained to assist mothers throughout pregnancy with health information and to find needed resources. For more information about joining the CenteringPregnancy program, contact (220) 564-3685. To learn more, visit https://centeringhealthcare.org/what-we-do/centering-pregnancy.

02/03/2026

February is American Heart Month and a time for individuals to focus on cardiovascular health. Licking Memorial Health Systems is helping to raise awareness about heart disease with a website dedicated to information regarding cardiovascular disease and resources to help people improve their heart health. Learn more at https://www.lmhealth.org/Community/Heart-Health-Month.

02/02/2026

We enjoy having our Project SEARCH interns working at Licking Memorial Hospital! They have begun their second rotation and continue to learn, gain experience, and embrace new responsibilities.

01/31/2026

Youth, ages 6 to 12, will learn how to make various nutritious recipes and participate in several cooking stations, where they will prepare a healthy lunch to be enjoyed following the program. This event is free; however, registration is limited to members of the Active•Fit Youth Wellness Program (ages 6 to 12). All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the program. To register for the Active•Fit Junior Chef event, please call the Licking Memorial Events Line at (220) 564-1560. To enroll in the free Active•Fit Program, visit ActiveFit.org.

01/30/2026

Judge Craig Baldwin began his service to Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) in 2011 as a member of the Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) Board of Directors where he served as Secretary, Vice Chair, and Chair. In 2016, he joined the LMHS Board of Directors and served as Secretary/Treasurer and Vice Chair. After finishing his tenure with the LMHS Board of Directors in 2025, he was invited to join the LMH Development Council, where he serves on the Education & Membership Committee. Judge Baldwin commends LMHS for its community outreach, especially to local schools, noting the Sports Screening and Youth League Scholarship programs. He has served as a judge for more than 20 years and is currently the Presiding Judge of the Fifth District Court of Appeals.

01/30/2026

Licking Memorial Health Systems is promoting heart health by offering a special Community Education event. Join Leslie Solomon, APRN-CNP, of Licking Memorial Cardiac Services, this Tuesday, February 3, for an informative discussion on Women’s Heart Health and the Effects of Sleep Deprivation on the Heart. The program is free; however, space is limited, and registration is required. To register, please call the Licking Memorial Events Line at (220) 564-1560.

01/29/2026

LMHS welcomes Samuel Akinyeye, M.D., to Licking Memorial Gastroenterology.

01/28/2026

Influenza (flu) and the common cold are both respiratory illnesses but are caused by different viruses. You can tell the difference between a cold and the flu by the severity and speed of symptom onset. One key difference is fever, which is a common symptom of the flu but rarely occurs with a cold. Refer to the chart below to determine if you might have a cold or the flu. If your symptoms are severe, contact your primary care physician.

01/27/2026

The American Red Cross is experiencing a critical blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood due to the recent holiday season, intense winter weather, and severe flu season. They have issued a public appeal for blood and platelet donors. The shortage is especially serious for types O, A negative, and B negative blood. Donors of all blood types are urged to donate now and throughout the winter. You can make an appointment to give blood now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Licking Memorial Hospital is also hosting a blood drive this Friday, January 30, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room.

Address

1320 W. Main Street
Newark, OH
43055

Website

http://www.LMHealth.org/

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