Whooping cough is often thought of as a disease of the past, but unfortunately, it’s still common in the U.S. To provide yourself and your family with the best protection, get vaccinated against the disease. There are many factors contributing to the current resurg...
Public Health - Dayton & Montgomery County is proud to announce the Grand Opening of a new Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Clinic located at 8 Prestige Plaza in Miamisburg, OH, 45342. The Grand Opening will be Tuesday, October 22 at 10am. WIC is a supplemental nu...
Ohio residents located in federally-designated counties may be eligible for FEMA’s individual assistance program (IA) if they had uninsured or underinsured damage to their primary homes and personal property as a result of the Memorial Day storms. Key Facts to Know...
LGBTQ DAYTON PRIDE CELEBRATION - Fri, MAY 31 – Sun., JUNE 2 June is LGBTQ PRIDE Month – the biggest annual event and celebration in the LGBTQ community. PRIDE is held in June to commemorate the Stonewall Inn Riots that sparked the modern LGBTQ movement for equality...
There are important steps that need to be followed once a boil water advisory ends. After the advisory has been lifted, it does not mean that the water is able to be used or drank right away. Please see the checklists below for actions that need to be taken after a...
What to Do During a Water Boil Advisory
Boil Water Notices - FAQ for Residents and Homeowners
Have your eyes ever started to sting and turn red when you were swimming, playing, or relaxing in a pool? Did you think it was because of the chlorine in the water? Have you ever walked into an indoor pool area, gotten a whiff of a strong chemical smell, and though...
Signs and Symptoms The symptoms of measles generally appear about seven to 14 days after a person is infected. Measles typically begins with high fever, cough, runny nose (coryza), and red, watery eyes ( conjunctivitis ). Koplik Spots Mouth of a patient with Koplik...
How the past has made public health matter This year marks the 100 th anniversary of two legislative acts that shaped the future of public health in Ohio. The Hughes Act and Griswold Act, both enacted in 1919, established the modern-day organization of local health...
April 2019 – Greater Dayton Region Minority Health Month Calendar of Events Partnering For Health Equity! Minority Health Month (MHM) was created in April 1989. It is a 30-day inclusive, high-visibility wellness campaign. In 2000, MHM became a national celebration....
MONDAY: Healthy Communities TUESDAY: Violence Prevention WEDNESDAY: Rural Health THURSDAY: Technology and Public Health FRIDAY: Climate Change SATURDAY/SUNDAY: Global Health Monday: Healthy Communities For Science It's clear: People's health, longevity and well-bei...
County water boil advisory still in effect until further notice
Widespread Water Outage, Precautionary Boil Advisory Issues
What You Need to Know Wash your hands with soap and running water for at least 20 seconds before, during, and after preparing food and before eating. Separate raw meats from ready-to-eat foods like vegetables when preparing, serving, or storing foods. Make sure foo...
Food and Water Safety During Power Outages and Floods
A lack of data on the health and aging needs of LGBTQ people in local communities has hindered Dayton organizations striving to better serve them. And though national data can be used to generalize what their needs may be, there’s no substitute for information coll...
GLAAD Campus Ambassadors Spirit Day Video https://youtu.be/0DvL3uNjy_0 What is Spirit Day? It is a day of rallying together by taking a stand against bullying and showing support to LGBTQ youth. In order to participate, people are encouraged to simply wear purple....
Staying Cool in Extreme Heat Stay Cool Wear Appropriate Clothing: Choose lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Stay Cool Indoors: Stay in an air-conditioned place as much as possible. If your home does not have air conditioning, go to the shopping mal...
Syphilis Testing for Pregnant Women
Minority Health Month Calendar of Events Partnering For Health Equity!
April 2018 – Greater Dayton Region Minority Health Month Calendar of Events Partnering For Health Equity! Minority Health Month (MHM) was created in April 1989. It is a 30-day inclusive, high-visibility wellness campaign. In 2000, MHM became a national celebration....
Holiday Stress Can Impact Mental Wellness and Substance Use
FDA Issues Consumer Health Alert
