Season 3, Ep. 13 of Public Health Matters is Now Available

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Buckle up, Friends...this is gonna be a long one! As America celebrates 250 years, take a fascinating look back at how public health has transformed life in Greene County. From frontier-era diseases and unsafe water to modern medicine and disease prevention, discover how far we've come—and what history can teach us about building a healthier future. Full Story

Press Release: GCPH Cautions Residents of Heat-Related Illness

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XENIA, OH – Greene County Public Health, along with the Greene County Emergency Management Agency and the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, is reminding the public that extreme heat and humidity are forecasted to be high this week, and caution is advised when outdoors for extended periods. Extremely high or unusually hot temperatures can affect your health. The most vulnerable people include the elderly, those who work or exercise outdoors, infants and children, people who are experiencing homelessness, and individuals with chronic medical conditions. Full Story

Fireworks Smoke Can Pose Hidden Health Risks

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As communities prepare for upcoming fireworks displays, Public Health is urging residents to be aware of the short-term but significant air quality impacts caused by fireworks smoke and a pollutant known as PM 2.5.