Scioto County Health Department

09/26/2025

Sprout Organics is expanding its recall of Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach baby food pouches because of possible elevated lead levels.

09/26/2025

09/26/2025

"I will never put my health last again."

Alma Gonzalez was home alone folding laundry and talking on the phone to her husband, Jose. She bent to pick up the laundry basket and as she stood up, her head felt extremely heavy. She told Jose it was "the worst headache ever." He suggested she lie down.

Alma, then 42, knew this wasn't a normal headache. She was used to dealing with pain on her own, refusing to see the doctor or take medication unless necessary. But this level of pain was unbearable. She called 911.

Alma had a brain aneurysm that ruptured and led to a stroke and seizures. When the bleeding in Alma's brain finally subsided after about three weeks, she was released from the hospital. But she found herself back in the ER a few days later. Doctors found blood clots in her lungs, and later cysts on her kidneys that were probably the cause of everything.

Alma's story is a great reminder -- especially for women who take care of everyone else --- to put your health first, and to call 911 if you suspect a stroke or heart attack.

09/26/2025

Crawlers & Toddlers : Library Playgroup | Saturday, September 27th | 10AM-12PM | Portsmouth Library | For children ages 4 & under - LETS PLAY & LEARN! Open play & activity space will be provided for new friendships to flourish, brain building fun, and socialization to happen (for parents too!) For more information, call 740-354-5562.

09/26/2025

This Infant Mortality Awareness Month, we remember the lives lost too soon and recommit to the work of helping more babies reach their first birthday.

Prevention is possible. Healing is essential. Let’s build a future where all children thrive.

09/26/2025

Did you know kids benefit from family meals? Preschoolers and school-age kids who have more than 3 family meals a week have:
☝🏽 Nutrient intake.
☝🏽 Intake of fruits and veggies.
👇🏽 Odds of obesity.
☝🏽 Better grades.

09/26/2025

County Phone lines are down including SCHD. They are aware and currently working on the issue. If you are trying to call the health department and not getting through this is the reason. Our office is open and we will put out notice when the phones are back up and working. Our fax line is ran off a separate phone line and is still operating for infectious disease or animal bite reporting. Thank you

09/25/2025

09/25/2025

October is !
Download the toolkit at: samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/substance-use-prevention-month — and get ready to share your .

09/25/2025

Thinking about applying for a OneOhio grant? Join us at 10AM on Oct. 9 for our next Impact Academy webinar designed to help grant applicants ensure they’re well-positioned for both proposal success and effective program rollout. Learn more and RSVP: OneOhioFoundation.com/ImpactAcademy

09/25/2025

Balance activities like walking backwards and standing on one leg can help older adults prevent falls and reduce the risk of injury.

During Falls Prevention Awareness Week, learn more about what types of physical activity older adults need: https://bit.ly/442UwdN