Announcements

Take the Challenge Now May 14, 2008 Have you been ready to get active, but haven't gotten started? Now is the time and we will help you. Read More... Senior Farmers Market May 8, 2008 Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program helps seniors get fresh fruits and vegetables. Coupons will be distributed June 3rd and 4th. Read More... Rabies Vaccination Clinics Monthly May 1, 2008 Rabies immunization clinics are offered for dogs, cats and ferrets each month. Read More... Climate Change: Our Health in the Balance April 2, 2008 National Public Health Week focuses this year on climate change and its impact on our health. Read More... Causes and Prevention of Child Deaths March 4, 2008 Report released outlining the causes of child deaths and top 10 tips for healthier, safer children. Read More... Safe Sleep for Babies March 3, 2008 Community awareness program focuses on preventable infant deaths. Read More... Buckle Up the Ones You Love February 14, 2007 Buckling up the ones you love is a commitment that lasts a lifetime. Learn about Ohio's new booster seat law, find a car seat inspection site near you, and more. Read More... National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day February 1, 2008 A week of HIV education and testing mark February 7 as National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness and Information Day. Read More... American Diabetes Month November 19, 2007 Find out if you may diabetes or are at risk, how to prevent it, and about local screening. Plus -- Community Diabetes Event on Dec. 1, 2007. Read More... Columbus Walking Maps November 2, 2007 Walking maps for neighborhoods throughout Columbus are now online. Read More... Let's Talk About It Month October 22, 2007 Talking to children about issues of sexuality can be difficult for parents. Get information and resources for parents of teens. Read More... SIDS Awareness Month October 3, 2007 SIDS, the leading cause of death for babies in their first year of life, has no known way to prevent it in all cases, but there are steps to reduce the risk. Read More... Substance Use Treatable With Support September 24, 2007 National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month teaches us that it takes everyone, including employers, to help make recovery from addiction within reach. Read More... Home and Family Preparedness September 24, 2007 Now is the time to prepare your family emergency plan and kit, including seniors, people with disabilities and making plans for pets. Read More... Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day September 14, 2007 Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day happens each year on the third Tuesday of each September, but any day is a good day to take a loved one to the doctor or another health provider. Read More... Infant Mortality Tied to Women's Health September 11, 2007 September features two important issues -- Women's Health and Infant Mortality Awareness. In fact, the two are closely linked together. Read More... Safe School Lunches and Snacks September 6, 2007 September marks the start of the school year and National Food Safety Education Month. Connect to easy tips to ensure this time of year is as happy and healthy as possible. Read More... World Breastfeeding Month August 1, 2007 August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Its purpose is to promote, protect, and support breastfeeding as the best choice for feeding your baby. Read More... Color Coded Signs March 29, 2007 Signs help residents know the health status of restaurants, tattoo parlors and other licensed businesses. Read More... Pandemic Flu: How Ready is Your Business? April 15, 2006 Free seminar to learn what you can do to prepare your business and workforce in the event of pandemic flu or any health emergency. Read More... Healthier Food for Your Community January 24, 2006 Good nutrition is critical to good health, but getting access to healthy foods is a problem in some communities. There is a new tool that can help. Read More... Prepare for Emergencies in 3 Easy Steps October 7, 2005 Emergencies can and do happen. It can be a tornado, house fire, flood, or terrorist attack. Being prepared for an emergency can help protect your family. Learn how to prepare in three easy steps. Read More... Smoke Free Indoor Air The Columbus Health Department is responsible for education and complaint response for the new Smokefree Indoor Air Act of 2004. Read on to find out everything you need to be in compliance. Read More... Have you had your tetanus shot? May 1, 2005 Summer activities often take us outdoors, walking barefoot, digging in the soil or fixing up the outside of our homes. Such activities carry a risk of tetanus which can occur when a person has a wound, usually a puncture wound, that may become contaminated with dirt, animal feces, or manure. Read More...