11/20 -- The Lorain County General Health District will be closed Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.


11/19 -- As the holidays approach we like to celebrate by entertaining friends and family, throwing parties, and preparing feasts. From a buffet table to an office party, food moves center stage throughout the holiday season. Lorain County General Health District Health Commissioner Kenneth G. Pearce, M.P.H. would like to remind everyone to keep food safe by following basic food safety steps:

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11/19 -- ALL Clinics subject to vaccine availability

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11/16 -- 20 minutes after quitting: Your heart rate and blood pressure drops.

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11/13 -- Open document below for complete schedule of Child Immunization Clinics in Lorain County.

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11/9 -- Get Moving Southern Lorain County! It's not too late to join the community-wide wellness challenge that began on Monday, November 2nd and will run through Monday, November 30th. People of all ages can improve their health and well-being by becoming more active. Join the Get Moving challenge as an individual or form a team and encourage friends, family and co-workers to register with you. Track your progress online at livehealthyloraincounty.com to be eligible for prizes.

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Get Moving Southern Lorain County! Wellness Class
Seasonal Flu Vaccine Supply Exhausted
Fact Sheet for Parents: What You Need to Know
Child Passenger Safety Law Change
Available Resources for Worksites to Prevent the Spread of the Flu
Resources Available for Child Care and Early Childhood Program Providers to Prevent the Spread of Flu
CDC 2009 H1N1 Flu Website