Preserving the Taste of Summer
The Wood County Health Department’s Creating Healthy Communities (CHC) program recently hosted a hands-on workshop in partnership with the North Baltimore Community Garden Project. The Tomato Canning Workshop took place on September 18, 2025 at North Baltimore’s Village Park and drew residents from across the community to learn, connect and celebrate the season’s harvest. The North Baltimore […]
Innovative Training Brings Infection Control to Life in Healthcare Care Facilities
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 […]
Crim Elementary Students Lead the Way in Anti-Vaping Advocacy
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 […]
Art for Action
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 […]
Share Your Feedback on Our Community Health Needs Assessment
The first draft of the Wood County Community Health Needs Assessment has been completed. The Community Health Assessment or CHNA helps us identify key needs and concerns within Wood County. The CHA also provides up-to-date demographic information related to the health status and available resources in our community. Information received from the survey guides our […]
Ohio Quitline and Live Vape Free Supports Ohioans
Did you know that the Ohio Department of Health has partnered with RVOHealth to support Ohioans quit nicotine? Ohioans can receive individualized coaching to quit nicotine products such as cigarettes, vapes, smokeless tobacco and others. Through the individualized support, users can receive information most pertinent to their quit journey. For example, if a person reports […]
New Ohio Quitline Helps Ohioans Quit Tobacco
Ohio Quitline has helped Ohioans quit tobacco products for over 15 years. The Ohio Department of Health has partnered with RVOHealth to offer support to Ohioans to quit nicotine products in new ways. Individuals can still receive support through a cessation coach via phone call by contacting 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669). If you prefer you can also […]
February Is American Heart Month
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 […]
Free Tobacco Cessation Support Available – 1-800-QUIT-NOW
Did you know that there are free resources available to help you or someone you love quit using tobacco products? Counselors are available through the Ohio Tobacco Quit Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to get you started on your journey to a healthier you. You’ll get support tailored to […]
Spreading Health and Holiday Cheer at the BG Community Holiday Parade
The holidays are a time for celebration, creativity, and community spirit. This year, the Wood County Health Department eaHehhfhad the incredible opportunity to take part in the BG Community Holiday Parade, an annual event that brings people together in a colorful, festive display. The theme of the parade was “Snow Globe Holiday,” and as a […]