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Request for Proposals: Project Lead for Northwood School-Based Health Center Planning Project

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Wood County Community Health Center (WCCHC) is soliciting responses from qualified individuals interested in serving as Project Lead for a School-Based Health Center Planning Project. WCCHC was awarded a planning grant from the Ohio Department of Health for the project period of October 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. All required grant activities must be accomplished during the project period. Individuals with relevant experience and qualifications are encouraged to respond. The purpose of the RFP … Continue reading →

SepticSmart Week
September 15 - 19

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This week is SepticSmart Week! To celebrate, the Wood County Health Department will be posting SepticSmart educational materials created by the EPA on our Facebook page. Additionally, one of our program staff will be featured on two local radio stations this Thursday to discuss SepticSmart Week and the importance of requesting records and maintaining sewage treatment systems in Wood County. Make sure to tune into The Morning Show BG or WBVI to catch us on … Continue reading →

Innovative Training Brings Infection Control to Life in Healthcare Care Facilities

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Bowling Green, Ohio— Wood County Health Department, in partnership with the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department and the Hancock Public Health, has successfully completed a series of innovative infection control trainings in healthcare facilities throughout Northwest Ohio. This initiative has been supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Project Firstline and the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO). Together, the three health departments worked to: Assess infection prevention and control … Continue reading →

Temporary Service Disruption: Vital Statistics System Upgrade

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Please note that on Wednesday, August 6th, from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM, our Vital Statistics office will be undergoing scheduled system upgrades in coordination with the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). During this time, birth and death records will not be accessible, and we will be unable to process related requests. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we work to improve our services. If you have urgent … Continue reading →

Crim Elementary Students Lead the Way in Anti-Vaping Advocacy

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Wood County Health Department is thrilled to share an exciting project completed in collaboration with a local BG City School. In a meaningful display of youth engagement and creativity, all fourth and fifth grade students at Crim Elementary—108 students in total—participated in an Anti-Vaping Video Contest aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of vaping and encouraging healthy lifestyle choices. Students first learned about the risks of smoking and nicotine through an evidence-based curriculum presented … Continue reading →

Art for Action
Youth Art Show Highlights Tobacco Prevention and Advocacy

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Art for Action: Youth Art Show Highlights Tobacco Prevention and Advocacy The Wood County Health Department (WCHD), in partnership with the Children’s Resource Center (CRC), is proud to announce a virtual youth art show showcasing original artwork created as part of a powerful public health initiative funded by the Ohio Department of Health’s Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Grant. During the 2024–2025 grant cycle, WCHD was awarded funding to implement a youth-focused project using art as … Continue reading →

Heads up: Wood County Health Department, Community Health Center and WIC will be closed for staff training April 23

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The Wood County Health Department, Wood County Community Health Center and Wood County WIC will be closed Wednesday, April 23, 2025, for a full day of staff training. We’re taking this time to learn, grow and sharpen our skills so we can continue serving Wood County even better every day. Investing in our team means we can better support you! We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to reach out before or after that day … Continue reading →

WIC is Moving to a New Home
Find Them at 1840 East Gypsy Lane Road

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Wood County WIC is Heading to a New Home! We’ve got some exciting news to share—Wood County WIC is officially joining Wood County Health Department and moving to 1840 East Gypsy Lane Road in Bowling Green! We’re saying goodbye to our office on Dunbridge Road, and we couldn’t be more thrilled about it! Why the move? We have been growing and expanding–more clients, more team members, more ideas—and we needed a space that could keep … Continue reading →

Grant Funding for Specific Projects
Help Reduce the Spread of COVID-19 and Other Infectious Diseases

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This program is temporarily on hold. Wood County Health Department (WCHD) is excited to announce grant funding opportunities designed to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases in our community. We’re proud to support projects that improve public health safety, and we are here to help local businesses, schools, and organizations enhance their facilities. This funding is available for three key initiatives: touchless water bottle fill stations, handwashing or mop sinks, and … Continue reading →