A Columbus mother says a mobile crisis team arrived within an hour during her teen's emergency and linked the family to free follow-up care and peer support.

The American Cancer Society’s VOICES study aims to recruit 100,000 Black women to probe why outcomes are worse. Columbus leaders used an April event to push sign‑ups.

CMS inspection records and advocates say Ohio nursing homes have discharged medically fragile residents to homeless shelters, often without prescriptions or follow‑up care.

A KFF poll finds one‑third of U.S. adults used AI chatbots for health information, often because care is costly or hard to access.

Cardinal Health has recalled hundreds of lots of Webcol alcohol prep pads after a sterilization audit found bacterial contamination. Hospitals and clinics are being urged to quarantine and return affected stock immediately.

KFF and CDC figures show opioid deaths fell roughly 32% in 2024, and Ohio’s decline outpaced many states as officials credit naloxone, treatment and new early‑warning tools.

Ohio regulators recalled Modern Flower Minis 'White Truffle' after a testing violation, sales are on hold and affected packages can be returned for refunds.

USDA warns some Costco La Boulangerie pockets labeled turkey pesto may contain ham and cheese, creating an allergen risk. Check for lot 04926 and return affected boxes for a refund.

Clark and Champaign counties show colorectal cancer incidence above state and national averages, and Mercy Health is urging residents to get screened. New national data also highlight shifting age patterns.

Tests found Legionella in water at ODOT’s West Broad campus, several buildings lost water service and bottled water plus hand‑washing stations are in place while crews treat the system.

Ohio regulators recalled Sweet Talk gels and gummies after inspectors found individual servings missing the required THC symbol. Customers are being told to check packaging and return affected items for refunds.

A bipartisan Senate bill would create statewide referral teams, telehealth peer support and initial funding to link mothers who screen positive for perinatal behavioral health conditions to care.

Cincinnati clinicians are seeking more counseling as statewide demand for behavioral health outpaces available providers. Hospitals and schools are scrambling to add capacity.