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Test Your Home for Radon

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The good news is you can test your home for radon. Buy a low-cost radon test kit at a hardware store. The Cancer Concern Coalition has COUPONS FOR FREE RADON TEST KITS for Muskingum, Morgan or Perry County residents.

For information: 1-866-681-3962. CDC Radon in the Home

 

Traveling to Another Country? Call the Travel Clinic!

We offer pre-travel advice and any needed shots or medicines to help you prepare for travel.

For information: 454-9741. Travel Clinic Brochure CDC Travelers Health

 

Need an Ohio Birth Certificate?

Birth certificates for Ohio births are available through ZMCHD for any birth occurring in Ohio from 1908 to present.
Cost is $22 cash or check. Same day service. More

 

Its not too late to take the Community Health Survey!

Click here to tell us what you think.

 

Infant Feeding Classes Continue in February

Join us for new Infant Feeding Classes at the Muskingum County WIC office on 333 Putnam Avenue.

 

The first class, Infant Feeding Options, is held the first and third Tuesday of the month, from 10-11am and 2-3pm. Learn what every infant needs to start healthy eating habits for the rest of their lives. We will cover what to expect with breastfeeding, pumping and formula feeding your infant. 

 

The second class, Infant Feeding during the First Year, is offered on the second Tuesday of the month, from 10-1030am and 2-230pm.  It also takes place on the fourth Tuesday of the month, from 10-1030am only. Learn how and when to introduce baby foods and cereal to your infant.  We will guide you with the research-based information.  The class will also cover how to properly use a bottle/cup, safety concerns like choking, and common infant food allergies. For more information: 454-5040. 

 

Breastfeeding Cafe is February 15th

Join us for our new monthly Breastfeeding Cafe (Breastfeeding Support Group)! It’s held every month, from 10am-12pm, at the Muskingum County WIC office on 333 Putnam Avenue. The group is open to all current and past breastfeeding moms and pregnant women. For more information: 454-5040 or

Find us on Facebook: Muskingum County Breastfeeding Moms.

 

February Board of Health Meeting

The Zanesville-Muskingum County Board of Health will start its monthly meeting at 6pm on Thursday, February 16, 2012. Regular meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of each month at the health department, 205 N. 7th Street, Zanesville. For information: 454-9741 X 282.   

 

Drug Take Back Day Launches Permanent Collection Site

Permanent Collection Site New! How to dispose of unused medicines

 

Guidelines during Boil Advisory or Water Outage

Water service can be interrupted or contaminated for any number of reasons. If a boil advisory is issued, or you experience a loss of water service, any operation that prepares, cooks or cleans foods should follow these guidelines to ensure the health and safety of its customers. Water Outages & Boil Advisories

 

Power Outage: Tips for Homes & Businesses

Power Outage Checklist by American Red Cross

 

Power Outage: Tips for Food Service Operations/Retail Food Establishments

What to do for Food Safety

 

Take a Walk on One of Muskingum County's Trails
This booklet provides a map with parks and trails listed, as well as tips to stay safe and healthy.

ZMCHD Hours:  Monday - Friday,

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

 

This site was updated on January 24, 2012.

 

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