20th Nationwide Children’s School-Based Health Center Opens in Groveport

Firelands Regional Medical Center announced it is taking part in the Age-Friendly Health System Initiative, a nationwide movement to improve health care for older adults. The initiative aims to raise the standard of care for older adults and to bring awareness and align with older adults’ health goals and preferences. Read more

The Women’s Board of Akron Children’s is hosting a series of events, running from April 12 to June 13, to raise funds for patient care programs at the hospital. These events have a range of themes, activities, food and locations, with names such as ‘Strikes for Tykes, a Bowling Party’ and ‘Mahjong and Mimosas’ to provide an activity for anyone. Read more

Lima Memorial and Faith Christian Church this week partnered to fight child food insecurity during National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. Participants gathered at the hospital to make dozens of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches with supplies provided by Faith Christian Church, which then will be distributed to children in food-insecure areas of Lima. The program aimed to not only feed children in need, but to raise awareness about hunger in the area. Read more

Mount Carmel Dublin Hospital & Medical Campus is celebrating the one year anniversary of bringing care to the area. This celebration, set to take place from 12-3 p.m. April 25, will feature raffles, Touch-a-Truck vehicles, ice cream and Ask-a-Doc stations for attendees to ask health related questions and receive health screenings. Read more