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Knox Public Health announces Back-to-School Immunization Clinics

Knox Public Health has announced the organization of Back-to-School Immunization Clinics throughout Knox County to assist families in preparing for the upcoming school year.

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 25, 2025

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Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio announces gift card and free A1C test for August blood donations

The American Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region has announced an initiative to encourage blood donations.

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 22, 2025

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Knox County Safe Communities releases second quarter 2025 traffic fatality report

By Mount Vernon News | Jul 14, 2025

Knox Public Health has announced that the Knox County Safe Communities Coalition reported four traffic crash fatalities between April 1 and June 30, 2025.

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Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio region announces June blood donation incentives

By Mount Vernon News | Jun 10, 2025

The American Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region has announced that blood donors in June will receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card and be entered to win one of two $7,000 gift cards.

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Knox Public Health continues to navigate measles cases

By Mount Vernon News | May 27, 2025

As Knox County approaches the likely conclusion of its measles outbreak, Knox Public Health Commissioner Zach Green informed the Mount Vernon City Council that the county had recorded 20 confirmed measles cases as of his quarterly report on May 12.

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Knox Community Hospital to host annual event honoring cancer survivors

By Mount Vernon News | May 23, 2025

Knox Community Hospital has announced it will host its annual event on June 11 to recognize and honor local individuals who have survived cancer.

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Northside Pharmacy announces new location opening as part of Knox County expansion

By Mount Vernon News | May 21, 2025

Northside Pharmacy, a part of Knox Community Hospital's expansion in Knox County, is set to open a new location at 749 N. Sandusky Street.

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Knox Community Hospital hosts Doc Talk on digital media and ADHD in children

By Mount Vernon News | May 20, 2025

Knox Community Hospital has announced a free Doc Talk scheduled for June 5 from 5 to 6 PM. Dr. Emmanuel Melonakos will lead the discussion, focusing on research exploring potential connections between digital media use and...

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Knox residents dispose of 164.6 pounds of drugs

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 30, 2025

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.

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

By Mount Vernon News | Apr 18, 2025

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.

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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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