This month is Health Literacy Month and is the perfect time to raise awareness about why health literacy matters and what we at Franklin County Public Health (FCPH) are doing to improve health literacy in our county. What is Health … Read More
Many homes built before 1978 contain lead-based paint, which can cause serious health problems for children. Many kids with lead poisoning usually do not look or act sick so it is important to talk to your child’s doctor about screening … Read More
Advisory / Warning Feeling hot isn’t only uncomfortable, it can be dangerous to your health. Being around extreme heat and humidity for a long time increases your risks for heat-related illnesses. It can also increase your risk for diseases that … Read More
UPDATED AUGUST 25, 2022 Monkeypox Situation As of today, there are 144 cases of Monkeypox (MPX) in Ohio and in the US 16,603 (up from 14,115 last week). There are more than 30 confirmed cases in Columbus. The World Health Organization (WHO) … Read More
A comprehensive overview of our community’s health status and needs. The Franklin County Community Health Needs Assessment Steering Committee is pleased to provide a comprehensive overview of our community’s health status and needs via the Franklin County HealthMap 2022. The … Read More
UPDATE: September 19, 2022 WIC Baby Formula Shortage FAQ Baby formula shortages have been stressful on parents and caregivers. These shortages, which were caused by supply-chain problems during COVID-19, was made worse by the recent recall of several baby formula … Read More
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April is National Minority Health Month. It’s a time to learn more about the health status of racial and ethnic minority populations in the U.S. and to encourage action through health education, early detection and control of disease complications. This … Read More
REYNOLDSBURG, OH (March 30, 2022) — Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been detected in a backyard chicken flock in Franklin County. The positive detection was confirmed by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service … Read More
