Category: Health

Defiance Taking Applications For Supplemental Food Program

Defiance County Senior Services (DCSS) is presently accepting applications on behalf of the Toledo Seagate Food Bank for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP).  Those persons who are 60 years of age and older are encouraged to apply.  Income guidelines do apply and all applications are subject to the approval of the food bank. Applications…

Indiana Physical Therapy to Open New Clinic

Indiana Physical Therapy (IPT) is pleased to announce our newest regional clinic opening August 1, 2016 at in Columbia City at 561 N. Line Road in Columbia Plaza West. The approximately 3,200 square foot clinic will be easily accessible for patients and is conveniently located at the corner of US 30 and N. Line Street.…

Nestleroad Offers Reflexology Therapy at Bragg Chiropractic

Jennifer (Knapp) Nestleroad is a native of Antwerp, OH. As a Licensed Massage Therapist, she is currently located at Bragg Chiropractic, 410 E. River St., Antwerp, and has been licensed for over two years. She recently took an advanced course in Reflexology, becoming a certified Master Reflexologist. Reflexology is the science that deals with the…

Protecting Yourself and Your Family this Summer

Guest Column from Representative Tony BurkleySpending time outside is commonplace in our state’s beautiful summer landscape, but if you’re not careful the heat can cause significant heat-related illnesses. The Ohio Department of Health recently released recommendations to combat the dangers of the heat and provide tips to stay safe and cool this summer. With heat…

Riding To & Through Good Communities

By: Mona Will From May through October, Three Rivers Velo Sport (3RVS) cycling club leads weekly weekend group rides (tours) through Northwest Ohio and Northeast Indiana. The organized rides start at a variety of locations in Allen County.  Supported by maps and a ride leader, the routes travel to some of our favorite places to…

Latta Votes for Package of Legislation Addressing Opioid Crisis

  Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) joined his colleagues in passing legislation aimed at addressing the opioid epidemic. The bill, the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act Conference Report, is a result of negotiations between the House and Senate to iron out differences between legislation each body previously passed to address the crisis. “We cannot wait…

Paulding County Hospital Appoints New Position

Naomi Nicely has been appointed Community Relations Coordinator. Naomi has been a long term employee of the hospital working in the Rehabilitation Department as a Certified Fitness Trainer. In her new position, Naomi will regularly meet with employers, hospitals, and physicians to develop programs and services to meet their needs. The hospital provides a wide…

NEW vein Finding EQUIPMENT OBTAINED AT CMH

If you are a patient with hard to find veins, the last thing you want to hear when getting your blood taken is that the medical professional missed the vein and you have to be stuck again. Due to an anonymous donor, Community Memorial Hospital in Hicksville, now has an ingenious device that can take…

Recreational Public Health Advisory

A recreational public health advisory remains in place for the Maumee River in Paulding County. Swimming and wading in the Maumee River is not recommended for children, pregnant or nursing women, those with certain medical conditions and pets. If you have been in contact with water from the Maumee River, rinse your skin immediately. Symptoms…

Local Church Supports Community Clinic

Area churches have worked together in many ways since 1997 to support and operate Christian Community Health Care, the free medical clinic located in downtown Grabill, Indiana. One example is the unexpected gift of $1000.00 contributed by North Scipio United Methodist Church.  This country church, located on State Road 37 between Harlan, Indiana, and Hicksville,…

Ray of Hope Camp Helps Youth Deal with Loss

CHP Home Care & Hospice will conduct its annual Rays of Hope Camp, June 14-15, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily at YMCA Camp Clay and Lifehouse Church, 9196 Liberty-Union Rd., Van Wert. The camp is for children and youth (ages 6-17) from throughout the area, who have recently lost a loved one and helps…