Health
Ohio research: SPF 30 shows promise in Melanoma prevention
COLUMBUS - Warmer weather means more time in the sun for Ohioans, and new research underscores the importance of using sunscreen when outside.A study ...
Allergy woes: Downside of good hygiene?
COLUMBUS - All the runny noses and itchy eyes tell us it’s allergy season in Ohio. From April to June, grass pollen creates problems for many. I...
Laser hair removal new option at Avita
Dr. Walter Bodjanac, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, is now offering laser hair removal at his medical office at Avita Ontario, next to Richland M...
Report examines health impacts of no paid sick time
COLUMBUS - Almost 2 million Ohio workers do not have access to paid sick leave, which a new report finds could be affecting the health of their famili...
Prescription drug overdose a common call in Ohio
COLUMBUS - Medications are intended to keep Ohioans healthy, but when used improperly they can lead to life threatening situations.It is National Pois...
Marion General Hospital Echocardiogram Lab and Outpatient Services receives Echocardiography accreditation
Cardiovascular diseases are the No. 1 cause of death in the United States. On average, one American dies every 39 seconds of cardiovascular disease &#...
Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Morrow County
During Red Cross Month in March, the American Red Cross invites individuals to give blood.March has been recognized as Red Cross Month by every U.S. p...
COTC class raises money for Knox County girl with rare disease
A class project at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) aims to make others on campus and in the community aware of a disease that is affecting the l...
OhioHealth offers free fall prevention clinics
Have you fallen in the past year? Do you take more than six medications? Do you steady yourself holding onto furniture at home when walking? If you an...
Ohio lab begins Zika surveillance testing
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Laboratory has begun Zika virus surveillance testing to identify suspected Zika virus infection in individuals wit...
