Influenza activity is now widespread in Ohio, meaning that there are increasing reports of influenza-like illness in more than half the regions in the state, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) announced. During this flu season, which started in October and likely will continue into spring, 833 influenza-associated hospitalizations have been reported to ODH. The […]
MPH Holding Free Health Care Enrollment Event
January 10, 2014 by
With the Health Insurance Marketplace officially open, many uninsured and underinsured members of our community are looking to enroll in a health insurance plan. To assist individuals in finding a suitable plan, Marion Public Health is hosting a free health care enrollment event on Thursday, January 30, 2014, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM at […]
Tips Offered for Cleanup of Flood Water
December 23, 2013 by
After heavy rains caused widespread flooding this past weekend around the area, including severe flooding of the Scioto River near LaRue and Prospect, many people have been busy cleaning up. Marion Public Health (MPH) has offered the following tips for cleaning up flood water. When returning to your home after a flood, MPH says to […]
Local Government Offices Alter Schedules for Christmas, New Year’s Day
December 23, 2013 by
Marion Mayor Scott Schertzer has announced the following closings and adjusted hours for City Offices during the upcoming holiday week. City Hall Many departments will be utilizing vacation time on December 24th; therefore it is highly encouraged that residents call to ensure the office relevant to their needs will be open. All offices will be […]
Area Government Closings, Changes Announced for Thanksgiving
November 26, 2013 by
All City of Marion departments will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2013 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Offices in City Hall will also be closed on Friday, November 29th. As a result of City Hall offices being closed on Friday, the weekly early closure day will be observed on Wednesday, November 27th. Therefore, City offices […]
State Looking for Comments on New Household Sewage Rules
November 15, 2013 by
Marion Public Health enforces the rules established by the State of Ohio regarding Household Sewage Disposal Systems. District officials say this is an important issue throughout Marion. The State of Ohio is in the process of writing new household sewage rules. That process includes an opportunity for the public to comment. The public comment period […]
Marion Public Health Offices Closing for Training, Holiday
October 10, 2013 by
Due to a bi-annual staff in-service, Marion Public Health will be closing at 12:00 pm on Friday, October 11, 2013 and will remain closed on Monday, October 14, 2013 in observance of Columbus Day. Marion Public Health will re-open at 8:00 am on Tuesday, October 15. The closing will affect all divisions of the Marion […]
Public Flu Clinics Offered by Marion Public Health
September 30, 2013 by
Marion Public Health (MPH) has been holding flu immunization clinics throughout the community and a few dates still remain. These clinics are open to the public and provide the opportunity to get your flu shot before the annual season gets into full swing. In addition to the special clinics, Walk-in Clinic times are also available […]
Marion Public Health Highlighting Fetal Alcohol Disorders
September 6, 2013 by
September is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness and Prevention Month throughout Ohio. Each year since 1999 Ohio has recognized September 9 as National FASD Awareness Day. The ninth day of the ninth month was chosen to encourage women and expectant mothers to abstain from alcohol during the 9 months of pregnancy. On Monday, September […]
August is World Breastfeeding Awareness Month
August 1, 2013 by
August is World Breastfeeding Awareness Month. “Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers”, is the theme and it highlights Peer Helpers. Every WIC clinic in Ohio, including at Marion Public Health (MPH), has a Peer Helper program which has proven to increase breastfeeding initiation and duration rates. WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, […]
