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Take a break from the sun and visit us in the Bricker building. Try your hand at Plinko while learning about safe sleep, lead, and more!

(Cute cow not included in booth but look how cute.)

Take this month to learn more about Bone Cancer! Learn more about the risk factors and how to protect yourself 👉 https://bit.ly/3zDdtbu

Ohio is significantly expanding its capabilities to screen newborns for different types of cystic fibrosis!

Today, the Ohio Department of Health informed the Newborn Screening Advisory Council that it will expand testing for rare mutations of cystic fibrosis this fall. This will make Ohio one of only a handful of states that screen for the maximum number of CF mutations possible by lab testing.

By expanding our testing capabilities to catch even the rarest forms of this disease at birth, Ohio will be giving every child and every family the best chance for the best possible outcome.

Details ➡ https://bit.ly/3SecncT

What are your thoughts on to***co? Let us know by taking the survey 👉🏽 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YP7SKQ8.

You can help your patients get free breast and cervical cancer exams! Learn more and register your practice 👉🏽 https://bit.ly/4bPCjSS

is a serious disease. It can be painful, and people can be contagious for weeks. Protect yourself and your community by learning how to prevent Mpox: https://bit.ly/3RBuRSk

Sliding into the Ohio State Fair! The fair starts NEXT WEEK on the 24th! See what all is going on at the OSF and, don't forget to stop by our booth. 😎 https://www.ohiostatefair.com/

Attention, Parents – this is important for you to know. U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission have issued an alert regarding cannabis products containing Delta 8 THC that are in packaging that appeal to children. The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control urges parents to take steps to ensure children do not obtain these dangerous, unregulated and untested products. The FDA and FTC sent a cease-and-desist letter yesterday to five companies that have packaging like the ones shown, stating they must stop marketing these products to young children.

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲:Since the Division of Cannabis Control does not regulate products containing Delta-8, these particular items do not meet the stringent standards through our testing labs. For more information, visit https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2024/07/ftc-fda-send-second-set-cease-desist-letters-companies-selling-products-containing-delta-8-thc

As you grill up one of the ultimate summer foods in honor of , remember to cook your hot dogs all the way through and eat them while they’re hot! They’re not called cold dogs, after all.

When planning your summertime cookouts, consider these tips when making your grocery list! https://www.eatright.org/food/food-preparation/cooking-tips/tips-for-a-healthy-cookout

Spend this summer chasing fireflies [or sunsets], not running from mosquitoes! Stop them before they start, check these places for any still, sitting water where mosquitos like to breed.

you may need specific vaccines when traveling to other countries? Make sure you’re up to date on routine vaccines and get any required travel-related vaccines! https://bit.ly/3yJ78uC

Life is better smoke-free. To start your quit, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669) or visit www.ohioquits.org.

: While there is a Lyme vaccine for dogs, there are many tickborne diseases we cannot vaccinate against! Protect your furry friend by using flea and tick preventatives and check for ticks daily!

We love fair season in Ohio. Visiting barns and riding rides are fun but can spread germs easily. Follow these tips to keep you healthy! https://bit.ly/4cRdkPZ

Heading to an Ohio lake for the weekend? Check BeachGuard for any advisories before swimming. https://bit.ly/4eJTWq2

: WIC has Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) benefits? These help bring more fresh fruits and veggies to your plate! See if you qualify! 👉🏽www.signupwic.com

Getting ready to celebrate this week? Remember that food poisoning is no joke! Please keep in mind that cold foods need to stay cold and hot foods need to stay hot. More ways to keep you celebrating and not sick ➡ https://bit.ly/4e81DpR

We know our pets can’t be our fur-st mate on all trips we take... check with their vet before you head off on vacation to make sure they’re up to date on all needed vaccines, whether their going with you, or having a mini vacation of their own. 🐾

Before summer to-dos get ahead of you, be sure to schedule your mammogram! You may be eligible for a free screening with the Ohio Breast and Cervical Cancer project 👉 https://bit.ly/3rLuxsg

Do you know what stinks more than insect repellent? Mosquito bites! Save yourself from that annoying itch by using an EPA registered insect repellent. https://bit.ly/3BfDf12

Make a splash this summer and take your pet to the beach! But don’t let harmful make waves in your day. Learn to spot HABs 👉🏽 https://bit.ly/3xeQYc1.

It is H-O-T out there, Ohio! ☀️ Did you know that those taking psychiatric medications may be at a higher risk for heat-related illnesses? Learn more about which medications can affect your heat response and steps to prevent heat-related illnesses ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VvSP4i. Stay cool and safe out there! 😎

The updated Ohio Sport Fish Consumption Advisory is fin-tastic, if we do say so ourselves. Check it out before you hit the waters to catch some tasty Ohio fish on this ! https://bit.ly/4ecGYku

We Googled how to bite back but that wasn’t helpful. However, these tips should help to keep them away.

Happy Father’s Day! Show the men in your life that you care by asking them to schedule a routine checkup with their healthcare provider.

Ohio’s first wave of extreme heat is coming... are you prepared? With temps getting into the high 90s it’s important to know the signs of heat illness and how to prevent it. Stay informed 👉🏽 US National Weather Service Wilmington OH, US National Weather Service Cleveland OH

Blood drives hosted by companies, schools, places of worship and civic organizations supply roughly half of all blood donations across the U.S. This , find a donation site near you. https://rdcrss.org/2CVS4vE