/health Health en-US Copyright Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:12:00 GMT /health/2023-07-24/urinary-incontinence-can-be-embarrassing-these-nurses-want-you-to-talk-about-it Urinary incontinence is a condition that affects the majority of women. A study at University Hospital is trying to figure out the best way to let women know there is treatment available. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:12:00 GMT /health/2023-07-24/urinary-incontinence-can-be-embarrassing-these-nurses-want-you-to-talk-about-it Stephanie Czekalinski, Ideastream Public Media /news/2023-05-11/rural-women-lag-in-cancer-screenings-remote-outreach-could-be-key New OSU research shows that educational instruction and a conversation around barriers to access can make the difference in whether rural women get cancer screenings. Thu, 11 May 2023 20:40:49 GMT /news/2023-05-11/rural-women-lag-in-cancer-screenings-remote-outreach-could-be-key Kendall Crawford /news/2023-04-13/amid-a-high-infant-mortality-rate-ohio-researchers-look-beyond-healthcare Infant mortality has long been an issue in Ohio. A new report by the Health Policy Institute advocates looking beyond healthcare initiatives to solve the problem. Thu, 13 Apr 2023 09:18:00 GMT /news/2023-04-13/amid-a-high-infant-mortality-rate-ohio-researchers-look-beyond-healthcare Kendall Crawford /news/2023-04-06/a-ksu-degree-program-aims-to-fill-rural-ohio-gaps-in-mental-health-care Ohio’s rural areas struggle with access to mental health care providers. Kent State University’s new social work degree hopes to build a bigger workforce. Thu, 06 Apr 2023 20:43:24 GMT /news/2023-04-06/a-ksu-degree-program-aims-to-fill-rural-ohio-gaps-in-mental-health-care Kendall Crawford /health/2023-03-24/ohio-has-a-lead-problem-one-city-is-hoping-to-curb-it The number of young children with lead poisoning in Ohio remains high. Advocates in Toledo hope more housing regulations can change that. Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:01:44 GMT /health/2023-03-24/ohio-has-a-lead-problem-one-city-is-hoping-to-curb-it Kendall Crawford /health/2022-09-20/state-provides-online-quiz-to-help-gauge-risk-level-for-gambling-disorder An informational website and a streamlined call center are being touted as vital resources while the state raises awareness of problem gambling and suicide prevention. Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:01:16 GMT /health/2022-09-20/state-provides-online-quiz-to-help-gauge-risk-level-for-gambling-disorder Andy Chow /government-politics/2022-08-11/ohio-health-leaders-warn-the-cases-of-monkeypox-are-increasing The Ohio Department of Health outlines some strategies it is taking to deal with the increased cases of monkeypox. Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:48:40 GMT /government-politics/2022-08-11/ohio-health-leaders-warn-the-cases-of-monkeypox-are-increasing Jo Ingles /government-politics/2022-06-16/covid-19-vaccines-will-soon-be-available-for-younger-children-in-ohio The Ohio Department of Health said shipments of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for children six months- to five-years-old could arrive as soon as Monday. Thu, 16 Jun 2022 19:30:07 GMT /government-politics/2022-06-16/covid-19-vaccines-will-soon-be-available-for-younger-children-in-ohio Jo Ingles /health/2022-06-13/first-probable-case-of-monkeypox-is-reported-in-ohio Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff said he doesn't expect the illness to spread easily. Mon, 13 Jun 2022 21:05:34 GMT /health/2022-06-13/first-probable-case-of-monkeypox-is-reported-in-ohio Jo Ingles /government-politics/2022-05-12/low-income-ohioans-are-feeling-the-pinch-of-the-national-baby-formula-shortage Parents who depend on the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program are struggling to get enough formula for their infants. Thu, 12 May 2022 20:29:15 GMT /government-politics/2022-05-12/low-income-ohioans-are-feeling-the-pinch-of-the-national-baby-formula-shortage Jo Ingles