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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 →

Wood County Health Department Mobile Round Up Event Recap

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The Mobile Unit Roundup at the Wood County Health Department on Monday, March 3, 2025, was a great success. Mobile unit operators took full advantage of this valuable opportunity to complete their inspections and secure their licenses for the 2025 licensing year. Event Recap: Date: Monday, March 3, 2025 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Wood County Health Department – Front Parking Lot 1840 E. Gypsy Lane Rd., Bowling Green, OH 43402 New This … Continue reading →

February Is American Heart Month
Raising Awareness and Taking Action

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Each February, the nation comes together to recognize American Heart Month, a campaign to increase awareness of heart disease—the leading cause of death in the United States. The American Heart Association heads the campaign and it has been supported by presidential proclamations since 1964. This month highlights the importance of heart health and the steps we can take to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Heart Disease in the Nation and Wood County Heart disease … Continue reading →

2025 Private Water Sampling Fees

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The following private water sampling fees were adopted by emergency measure at the January 16, 2025 meeting of the Board of Health.  These fees are outside of the samples included with private water permits, and are in response to MASI lab price increases. PWS Sampling Fees 2025 Local Fees PWS Bacteria Water Sample – No Permit $133.00 PWS Chemical Sample (Trip Charge + Lab Fees) $75.00 + Lab Fees PWS – Water Resample (Permit) If … Continue reading →