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Wood County Health Department Presents the Annual Clean Plate Awards Recognition for dedication to excellent food sanitation and food safety knowledge Wood County Health Department

In honor of National Volunteer Week, Wood County Health Department would like to recognize the efforts of more than 500 volunteers who assisted the Health

Most cervical cancer is caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV is transmitted through sex with an infected person. Many people don’t know that they

There are three important steps to achieving a healthy mouth. Brushing, flossing and rinsing should be done daily. Brush your teeth at least twice a

Despite a mild start and less snow than usual, it seems as though winter may have finally caught up to us. The coldest season comes

September is National Preparedness Month, and it’s a great time to make sure your family has basic plans and supplies in place for potential emergencies.

Wood County Community Health Center will host a Backpack and School Supplies Event from 3-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8 to mark National Health Center Week.

Physical activity is one of the most positive things you can do to improve your health. Plenty of evidence proves it’s critical for proper development,

Summer fun should go hand in hand with summer safety. Adults and kids both need to protect themselves while enjoying outdoor activities during warmer weather.

More than 43 million adults in the United States experience mental illness in a given year, but only half of them will receive treatment. The

Vaccines protect everyone around us from dangerous and even deadly diseases. When was the last time you heard about a friend getting smallpox? You haven’t,