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Knox residents dispose of 164.6 pounds of drugs

Knox County residents disposed of 164.6 pounds of unused, unwanted, and expired medications and sharps containers during the DEA National Drug Take Back Day on April 26.

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 30, 2025

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Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region urges blood and platelet donations in April

The American Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region has issued a call for blood and platelet donations during National Volunteer Month to help maintain a stable supply, particularly of type O blood and platelets.

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 18, 2025

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Knox Public Health confirms 20 measles cases

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 15, 2025

Knox Public Health confirmed on April 14 that 20 cases of measles are linked to the initial case in Knox County.

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Knox County reports one traffic fatality in Q1 of 2025

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 15, 2025

The Knox County Safe Communities Coalition has released its traffic fatalities update for the first quarter of 2025.

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KCH hosts National Healthcare Decision Day event on April 18

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 11, 2025

Knox Community Hospital in Mount Vernon, Ohio, will host National Healthcare Decision Day on April 18.

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KSAAT hosts prescription drug take-back event

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 8, 2025

The Knox Substance Abuse Action Team, in collaboration with Knox Public Health and local law enforcement, will host a prescription drug take-back event on April 26, 2025.

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KCH promotes organ donation during National Donate Life Month

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 4, 2025

Mount Vernon, OH – National Donate Life Month in April focuses on educating the public about organ, eye, and tissue donation.

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Certified nurse midwife Amanda Poorman provides comprehensive care at Knox Community Hospital

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 3, 2025

Amanda Poorman, a certified nurse midwife, is providing women's healthcare at Knox Community Hospital.

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Knox Public Health celebrates 30 years of National Public Health Week

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 3, 2025

Knox Public Health is inviting the community to participate in National Public Health Week, which will be celebrated from April 7-13, 2025.

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Ellis Brothers unveils pink truck initiative for women's health support

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 2, 2025

Ellis Brothers, Inc. is set to introduce a new initiative aimed at supporting women's health through the unveiling of a custom-designed pink truck.

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Knox Community Hospital celebrates Doctors Day

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 1, 2025

Knox Community Hospital has announced its celebration of National Doctors Day on March 30, aimed at recognizing the contributions of physicians to patient care and medical advancements.

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More measles cases found in Knox County

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 31, 2025

Knox Public Health has confirmed two additional cases of measles in international travelers within Knox County.

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The Living Center Senior Living Apartments announces new community manager

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 5, 2025

The Living Center Senior Living Apartments has announced the appointment of April Pennington as the new community manager.

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Knox Community Hospital hosts free talk on anterior hip replacement

By Mount Vernon News | Mar 3, 2025

The Knox Community Hospital is hosting a free event titled "Doc Talk" on Thursday, March 20, from 5 to 6 PM.

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More Knox residents get help with transport to medical appointments

By Mount Vernon News | Feb 24, 2025

The Knox County Department of Job and Family Services recently provided the Board of Commissioners with an update on its non-emergent transportation (NET) program.

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Mount Vernon High School Key Club organizes blood drive amid urgent need

By Mount Vernon News | Feb 24, 2025

On Tuesday, March 4th, the Key Club at Mount Vernon High School will host a blood drive in the high school theater lobby.

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KCH offers free colorectal cancer screening kits in March

By Mount Vernon News | Feb 23, 2025

In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, KCH will offer free colorectal cancer screening kits from March 3 to March 31.

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Knox Community Hospital offers free colorectal cancer screenings in March

By Mount Vernon News | Feb 20, 2025

In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Knox Community Hospital (KCH) is offering free colorectal cancer screening kits from March 3 to March 31.

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