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Women can get a little help in looking good and feeling better with the Look Good... Feel Better program from the American Cancer Society.
A free Winter Hike will take place in Historic Schoenbrunn Village Feb. 11, from 9-11 a.m.
Close to 200 people attended a community forum held at the Valley View Community Church Jan. 23 that focused on oil and natural gas exploration and drilling. The forum chose questions submitted to The Budget newspaper for a panel of lawmakers and experts in various fields to answer.
Union Hospital and the Dover Public Library have partnered to offer free heart health screenings from 9-11 a.m. Feb. 3.
Special program at Dover Public Library.
First Run for Home workshop scheduled for Feb. 4.
Michael J. Hawley will oversee maintenance in his new position at Union Hospital in Dover.
Health program has helped to increase employee participation at one local company to 61 percent of their 114 employees.
The cold weather doesn't stop Dr. Keith Van Epps from walking each morning at Crater Stadium at Dover in an effort to stay healthy. As a retired physician, Dr. Van Epps has seen first hand the devastating effects of a sedentary lifestyle in patients he has known throughout his career.
This will be the fifth year for the Union Hospital Run for Home, which includes a half-marathon road race, three-person team relay, five-mile walk, one-mile fun run/walk, and a short kids' race.
Participants in Fit for Life classes enjoy a hands-on learning experience that includes learning to read food labels, viewing and understanding correct portion sizes, holding a replica of five pounds of fat, trying on a 20-pound fat vest and more.
See a Smaller Shadow four-week indoor walking challenge begins Jan. 9, 2012.
New Year, New You weight program to be offered at Aultman Hospital.
Armed with a new grant, Windows of Hope believes it can now further its exploration of helping families with genetic diseases.
As part of the Winter Meltdown, all participants will work out weekly with a personal trainer, participate in weekly nutrition sessions, and receive workout plans, mid-week check-ins and weekly weigh-ins.
The prospect of extracting natural gas and oil in Tuscarawas County from Marcellus and Utica shale has started a debate within the community, with people against the drilling citing possible environmental dangers, and those who are for the drilling citing the possible money to be made and jobs...
The Tuscarawas County YMCA welcomes anyone to join their winter classes, which begin Wednesday, Dec. 14.
Trinity Hospital Twin City recently recognized 28 employees and two physicians for their years of service.
This is the time of year when many of us remember there are others in need. One way to help is to donate food, money or time to the Greater Dover-New Philadelphia Food Pantry.
At Christmas, there is truly no place like home for the holidays, but many in Tuscarawas County have no place to lay their head during this season of abundant giving.
Echocardiogram results in new career for Rebecca Turner.
Dedicated team members help Interim HealthCare achieve distinction as a top-performing home health agency.
Relay for Life of Dover has changed venues to better serve the community and the estimated 3,000 participants that will help raise funds and awareness in an effort to end cancer in our lifetime. The popular annual event that was held at Crater Stadium at Dover will be held at Franklin Park at...
The Eastern Ohio AED Initiative is accepting applications for automated external defibrillators from nonprofit organizations, churches, senior centers, libraries, as rescue and law enforcement agencies within Carroll, Harrison and Tuscarawas counties.
Two Tuscarawas County natives have been appointed to positions within the purchasing department at Union Hospital.
Trinity Hospital Twin City names Mission Integration Team.
Union Hospital in Dover has been named to the 2011 HomeCare Elite, a compilation of the top-performing home health agencies in the United States.
A free hearing screening event will be held Saturday, Dec. 10, with appointments available between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
The annual arrival of the Warther's Christmas Tree Festival heralds the upcoming Christmas season. The festival continues through Nov. 20.
National Hospice Care Month provides a time to raise awareness of the compassionate care hospice provides.
Dr. Mohammad Jan, MD and Dr. Alicia Mills, MD will join the professionals at Trinity Hospital Twin City.
The link between drug and/or alcohol addiction and homelessness is strong, and exemplifies the proverbial question of which is the cause and which the effect. One Tuscarawas County group of volunteers is striving to find a solution that works.
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. The Tuscarawas YMCA wants residents to be aware of their risk and the preventative steps they can take.
In addition to traditional sleep studies, Union Hospital's Sleep Disorders Center now offers an outpatient sleep monitoring device that can be self-administered by the patient in their own home.
Blood Battle a great way to focus the community's attention on an important need.
A program that has only been available to consumers since last year is now a bi-annual event, where unwanted or unneeded prescription drugs can be disposed of safely without worry of them getting into the wrong hands or the environment.
While lung cancer, heart disease and yellow teeth may be the most common incentives to quit smoking, a new study offers one more reason to kick the habit. Could secondhand smoke be a contributing factor to learning and behavioral issues in children?
When you feel good about the way you look, you just naturally feel better physically. The American Cancer Society's Look Good...Feel Better program is a way for cancer patients to look and feel their best.
Approximately 50 people participated in Trinity Hospital Twin City's first In the Pink event.
Diabetes screening event to take place Nov. 5 at Union Hospital.
A program on the topic of Cooled ThermoTherapy, a different approach to the treatment of enlarged prostate, will take place at Union Hospital.
Thousands of hours and many years of community volunteer service from committed individuals were recently recognized by the Muskingum Lakes Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Brenda Prince received a distinguished award at the Free Clinics Conference in Columbus, Oct. 11.
Joseph J. Mitchell has been named the new president of Trinity Hospital Twin City, effective Nov. 28.
When 74-year-old Bill Schneider retired 11 years ago, he made a decision to do much more than just sit around in his golden years. Instead, Schneider now dedicates his life to voluntarily serving others in need.
Breast cancer can be a devastating diagnosis for any woman. The American Cancer Society gives women extra support and hope through their Reach to Recovery program.
Generations at Ten Lakes will open a new Wellness Center to provide less intensive rehabilitation and to help avoid inpatient treatment altogether for those needing mental health care. An open house will be held Tuesday, Oct. 25.
It's Dover against New Philadelphia in the annual Blood Battle, Oct. 27.
The second annual Fall Funtacular Fundraiser for the ALS Family Support Group of Ohio will be held at J.I.M.'s Place in downtown New Philadelphia on Oct. 23, from 5-9 p.m. All proceeds raised will be used to assist patients and their loved ones that have become caregivers in Tuscarawas County.
The Tuscarawas County Chamber of Commerce and Union Hospital, in cooperation with the Regional Cancer Center, hosted a luncheon on Oct.13 as part of the annual Paint Tusc Pink campaign that promotes breast cancer awareness and the importance of early detection through mammography screening.
There's more than one way to raise money for a good cause. On Saturday, Oct. 8, more than 45 people partied in pink for nearly two hours to raise money for Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
The American Cancer Society offers many programs and help for patients and their families. Learning more about these programs can make life easier and offer individuals help when they need it most.
Students interested in a career in the medical field are invited to the Union Hospital UH TECH Career Camp.
Seasonal flu shot clinics to begin Oct. 17 at Trinity Hospital Twin City.
Trinity Hospital Twin City to celebrate five-month anniversary.
More than 750 participants attended the first Mark's Place Healthy is Beautiful Run/Walk event held Sunday, Oct. 9 at Historic Schoenbrunn Village State Memorial. Mark's Place owner, Mark Luikart, with the help of 60 volunteers, raised awareness and funds for Movers & Shakers Against Parkinson's...
If your family is dealing with a cancer diagnosis there are many helps available. Hope Lodges are just one example of the many resources offered by the American Cancer Society.
Cancer Screening Day at Union Hospital will be held Oct. 8, from 7-11 a.m., by appointment only. This day offers free screenings for low-income or uninsured women.
The Harcatus C.A.O., Inc. CACFP has announced sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Agriculture funded Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Registration is now open for the 2012 Union Hospital Run for Home.
Michael Lehr and Debbie Casto started Flat Top Bakery out of their Dover home a few years ago. As regular vendors at local farmers markets, they soon developed a loyal following. A recent opportunity to open a shop in New Philadelphia was seized and now Flat Top Bakery has a retail location located...
The New Philadelphia Kiwanis Club celebrated 90 years of service, Sept. 27 at the Tuscarawas County Senior Center at Dover. New Philadelphia Mayor Mike Taylor presented the club with a framed proclamation honoring all their hard work. The club also presented a check for $1,000 to the Union Hospital...
Union Hospital continues to move toward 21st century electronic communications.
The Ohio State University Extension office of Tuscarawas County will host informational meetings about diabetes education.
Patients without insurance or those who make on-time payments will see some relief in their medical bills, thanks to Union Hospital's new payment plan.
The Dover High School Girls Soccer Team is hosting their second annual Cancer Awareness Game on Oct. 11 at the Dover Middle School soccer field. Donning specially designed jerseys and socks, the girls hope to raise funds that will then be donated to the Dover High School Relay for Life team.
The Grove Gift Shoppe at Dover hosted Princess Day where young ladies had the opportunity to meet and be photographed with Miss Ohio 2011, Ellen Bryan of Celina. The Grove was just one of many stops on Bryan's 27-day 45-city bike tour that will take her 850 miles around the state as she raises...
Cool autumn air greeted participants in the 2011 Walk to End Alzheimer's held Sept. 17 at Tuscora Park. Sponsored by Crossroads Hospice and numerous other local businesses and individuals, the walk raised more than $20,000 and honored the Springer family who has been participating for three years...
The annual Union Hospital Auxiliary Card Party will be held at the hospital in October, raising funds for the auxiliary and the hospital itself.
Harvest Barn is a produce market where much of what is available is grown on-site in the seven acres of fields surrounding the unheated, non-electric barn. Owners Lori and Kirk Spillman hope that growing most of their products will separate them from other markets in the region.
Appointment times are still available for anyone wishing to participate in the New Philadelphia Kiwanis Club Community Health Profile.
A recent animal neglect and abuse case is both disturbing and heartbreaking as it becomes apparent the lack of resources available to the local humane society, as they struggle to care for the more than 100 animals seized from a New Philadelphia farm in July.
Childhood obesity rates have soared over the last few decades. Nationally, one in three children is obese or overweight. In Tuscarawas County, 35.7 percent of third graders have been affected.
Natalie Kochte, of Handrich Insurance Inc, has graduated from Aultman College of Nursing and Health Science.
Bolivar-Zoar health checks scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 17.
A free seminar, provided by Mercy Medical Center and Anthony Pentz, M.D. will be held at the Hampton Inn Newcomerstown.
Fir for Life classes take a deeper look at nutrition and fitness, and registration is now taking place for the Trinity Hospital Twin City program.
Thousands of Ohioans take advantage of the many rivers and streams throughout our great state. They enjoy swimming, tubing, fishing, canoeing and other activities - but safety needs to be a priority.
Two Kent State University at Tuscarawas nursing students took it upon themselves to work with the diabetic patients at the Tuscarawas Clinic for the Working Uninsured. The duo have provided educational and healthy diet suggestions to the patients, as well as a garden of fresh vegetables.
Dr. Kevin Huff, a Dover dentist, has been invited to present at the 87th annual Greater New York Dental Meeting scheduled for Nov. 25-30 in New York City. The prestigious event is the largest of its kind and is attended by more than 58,000 dental professionals.
Each day, thousands of Ohioans face the possibility of nothing. Nothing in their cupboards, nothing in their refrigerator, and nothing on their plates. The Ohio Association of Second Harvest Foodbanks has launched the Nothing Campaign to do something about it.
Following a big yellow school bus registration, Indian Valley kindergarteners and first and second grade students made their way to six activity stations at the eighth annual Back to School Fair. Kids left Port Washington Elementary with new haircuts, book bags, school supplies, information,...
Blood pressure screenings available during Gnadenhutten farmers market.
Union Hospital teaming up with Aultman in Canton to bring weight management program to Dover.
A community of bicyclists and volunteers working toward ending cancer will gather in Columbus August 19 and 20. This third annual event has raised $12.3 million for cancer research so far. Dover resident Dan Warther and son, Cogan, will join the riders for Pelotonia 2011.
McKnight speaks to coaches about how to recognize heat exhaustion.
Trinity Hospital Twin City committed to provide quality leadeship for employees.
The Union Hospital vascular lab is one of only 16 accredited screening sites in the nation and one of the mostly highly accredited facilities in Ohio for vascular diagnostic testing.
Dr. Darren Kuczynksi, an orthopaedic surgeon with the Dover Orthopaedic Center in Dover, will present information about the risks and benefits of surgery and describe the latest surgical techniques being used in joint replacement August 11.
Area youth participate in CPR information course.
Both mothers and their babies benefit from breastfeeding, regardless of what part of the world they may reside in. Locally, the Breastfeeding Coalition of Tuscarawas County is gearing up in celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7.
The first look at the new Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities Service and Support Center at an open house held on Tuesday, July 19, was a hit with visitors. Many said they found the building, which consolidates numerous services, a welcoming place where those with developmental...
Fiesta Salons, of Dover, held a cut-a-thon, a fundraiser for the cancer awareness organization Relay for Life, offering haircuts at a reduced rate with all the proceeds going to Relay for Life.
Penny Zurcher honored for seven decades of comunity volunteer service.
Emergency department staff at Union Hospital has seen an increase in patients this week due to the high temperatures.
Follow these tips to help your child develop healthy habits.
Maria Parrason wants to teach you to belly dance. Belly Dancing 101 is for beginners or seasoned dancers looking to develop a new style. The two-hour workshop will be held at the Tuscarawas County YMCA July 30, and is open to women and men of all ages, body types and fitness levels.
Family Farm Field Day was held July 15-16 at the Hershbergers' Schontal Farm near Barrs Mills. Thousands attended to enjoy vendors, demonstrations, workshops and food. The annual event is coordinated each year by the Small Farm Institute to promote sustainability and self-sufficiency in grass-based...
Three days and two nights in Tennessee recently gave local 4-H members a glimpse into how agriculture is both the same and different than it is in their own state. The 54 youth not only learned a great deal, but also had many opportunities for fun during their trip.
Now in its 25th year, Rainbow of Hope Foundation has touched the lives of many families on the local level who have had tough times dealing with medical expenses their children are incurring. On July 22 and 23 in Mt. Hope, they will continue that mission with their 25th anniversary auction.
UH volunteers honored for service.
Does a daily exercise program using a popular video game help kids do better in school? That theory is the basis of a program by Amy Barnabi, a teacher at Claymont Middle School.
Too often members of the community have to decide whether to pay for utilities, medicine or food. It is an unfortunate situation and for some people, one that means going without a meal. The Greater Dover-New Philadelphia Food Pantry helps to alleviate hunger in the area by providing necessary food...
Ron Pruett, of New Philadelphia, has recovered nicely following a brain stem stroke, thanks to the physical therapy department at Union Hospital.
The Dover Public Library, OSU Extension, and Union Hospital will present the second of a three-part series focused on the health benefits of in-season produce.
The local homeless shelter, operated by Friends of the Homeless of Tuscarawas County, is in dire need of food and supplies, and you can help.
Thanks to Mission Cataract USA and its local team that includes Sanjeev Dewan, M.D., Stark County Anesthesia and Mercy Medical Center, a local resident is once again able to see after his cataract procedure May 19.
A series of workshops featuring local, seasonal produce continues in July with blueberries and in August with corn. The Dover Public Library, Union Hospital and the OSU Extension Office have partnered to help the public learn more about eating healthy food grown close to home.
The local Red Cross has launched an urgent appeal for blood donors due to critically low blood supplies.
A decline in blood donations is typical during the summer months, but the need for blood never goes on vacation. It is important for everyone to remember the American Red Cross during the summertime.
Dr. Ted Wymslo, director of the Ohio Department of Health, encourages Ohioans to get outside and enjoy summertime activities, but to do so safely.
Although a large, black and white Holstein cow might be the first thing that pops into the mind of the average American when they hear the word, 'milk,' cows do not have the corner of the world's milk market.
One of the most loved products created by milk is cheese. And in this region of Ohio, Swiss cheese reigns as the number one favorite.
Area residents were surprised to learn just how serious Tuscarawas County's drug problem has become at the Community Substance Abuse Awareness Day event held on the evening of Wednesday, June 8, at the Tuscarawas County Senior Center.
Two Union Hospital trustees retire, two new trustees are appointed.
A local teen, Preston Goodie, is raising money for an organization that helps developing nations find access to safe, clean drinking water. She has coordinated a 5K, two-mile walk and community breakfast to be held August 13 at New Philadelphia. She invites everyone to participate and help her...
New fitness classes are now being offered at the Tuscarawas County Senior Center at Dover. For the summer only, participants can enjoy a class at the Union Country Club pool.
The Muskingum Lakes Chapter of the American Red Cross enjoyed perfect weather for their 12th annual Duck Race at Dover City Park, June 5. Music, food, games and more than 2,600 rubber ducks helped the local chapter raise $10,000, all of which stays in the region to help people in need.
Individuals can sign up to participate in an ongoing study from the American Cancer Society.
When the sun came up over Dover's Crater Stadium on Saturday, June 4, dozens of walkers were already on the track, with some of them having never left since the annual Relay for Life walk had begun at 6 p.m. on Friday evening.
The Tuscarawas Valley Family Farm Market kicked off its third year on Wednesday, June 1 at the Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds in Dover.
Buckeye Career Center students recently presented Larry Russell with a plaque in appreciation of his contributions to their blood drives.
Aruna Rao, M.D. is named the new medical director of Union Hospital's Inpatient Rehabilitation Center.
Letter to editor stresses that vital public services must be preserved in the state budget.
Society for Equal Access, Inc. (SEA) is offering free training to help disabled teenagers transition smoothly into adulthood. Registration is taking place now for the summer program that begins on Monday, June 6.
A donation of more than $140,000 was made to Union Hospital from their dedicated auxiliary.
Learning about safety can be fun as well as life changing, as families attending the Safe Kids/Healthy Kids Day at Kent State University Tuscarawas discovered at the 18th annual event. More than 400 people attended the event.
Despite the peaceful setting, farming is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. Machinery, pesticides, chemicals, livestock accidents and disease are all areas of concern on the farm. Safety has to come first.
Involve the whole family in the graduation celebration, and let them contribute their time and energy to make this event special, whether it's planting flowers, running errands, or helping to prepare the food.
Eggs can be a great choice when cooking healthy meals. They are certainly not just for breakfast. Choosing to include locally produced, pastured eggs can give you added nutrition while supporting a local farmer.
A crowd of nearly 300 people attended the public dedication and blessing ceremony for Trinity Hospital Twin City, which ceremonially marked a promising beginning for the former Twin City Hospital at Dennison.
Never leave a child alone in a car. Nationwide in 2010 there were 49 child deaths attributed to hyperthermia; the worst record in U.S. history for a single year.
Run for Home Road Runners Club officials announced that the group donated $23,000 to the local Habitat for Humanity chapter. The check was presented to Habitat during the blitz build of the newest Habitat home in New Philadelphia.
The Holmes County Kidney Fund, Inc. will hold their only fundraiser of the year at the Mt. Hope Auction Barn, June 4.
Typically used in sweet dishes, strawberries complement meat, poultry, cheeses and vegetables. Paired with spinach, another seasonal favorite, and goat cheese, you can create a unique salad that is healthy and delicious.
Twin City Hospital has announced the successful completion of the sale of the hospital to Franciscan Services Corporation.
Interim HealthCare of New Philadelphia has received Medicare certification.
A newly renovated building will serve as headquarters for the Muskingum Lakes Chapter of the American Red Cross. The building was dedicated in a ceremony attended by members of the community. Sen. Jason Wilson spoke with pride about the new facility and the people who made it possible.
New couples with children from a previous relationship face special challenges.
Free hearing screenings to be offered by the staff of the ENT Allergy and Sinus Center in Dover on Saturday, May 7.
Area officials, elected representatives, health care providers, social service agencies, and others are being asked to participate in a Poverty Simulation Day in June, in order to develop empathy for those whose day-to-day lives are a tremendous struggle for survival.
Twin City Hospital recognizes volunteers at a special volunteer open house on Thursday, April 28.
Food service directors at local schools are joining efforts to provide healthier school cafeteria choices while also utilizing local food sources whenever possible. While change is not always initially welcomed by students, the health benefits can be significant.
A Letter to the Editor from Chad Conrad, director at the America Red Cross, Muskingum Lakes Chapter, saluting our soldiers.
A two-mile road race for children, sponsored by The Run For Home Runners Club, Allied Machine and Engineering Tuscarawas Valley Challenge and Fit Youth Initiative, is coming up May 14.
Stacy Harlan, aquatic director at the Tuscarawas County YMCA, has completed the requirements to be recognized as an organizational leader with the YMCA of the USA.
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at The Tuscarawas Clinic for the Working Uninsured to celebrate the clinic's new location. The Tuscarawas County Chamber of Commerce welcomed staff and guests to the new location, April 28.
Students involved in the UH TECH program will get an up close look at Union Hospital's Department of Surgery.
The decision to plant a garden has been made. Plant the proper amount so you don't end with too much or too little for your family. Choose easy to grow varieties resistant to pests and disease to lighten the workload that comes with growing your own food.
We can reduce our carbon footprint through conservation, recycling and a more sustainable lifestyle. We can help our pet do the same when we make a few changes in its diet, exercise and waste disposal routines. Manufacturers are listening to consumer demand for greener products for our pets.
Close to 150 county residents enjoyed the kick off event for Fit Youth Initiative's seventh annual Community Summer Walking Challenge on Thursday, April 21. Registration for the challenge is open from May 1 to June 15.
Union Hospital to present free community program on maintaining a healthy heart and preventing heart disease.
You may not think of herbs and spices as having a shelf life, but the truth is that many will lose their potency over time.
The first reception for the Dover/New Philadelphia Relay for Life will take place on May 18.
Guests enjoyed mouthwatering culinary delights at an annual evening of food and entertainment to benefit an important local organization.
High winds did not prevent a new record from being set at the annual Run for Home half marathon for Habitat for Humanity.
In large and small ways, take the time this Earth Day to do something extra for the environment. Local environmentalists offer up practical ideas for doing so.
Local individuals were recognized for their efforts as Hometown Heroes at the annual American Red Cross ceremony, April 7.
Music lovers and supporters rallied for the For the Love of the Children concert, held recently in New Philadelphia to benefit children's charities.
Union Hospital in Dover has received the HealthGrades 2011 Emergency Medicine Excellence Award, ranking it among the top five percent of all hospitals in the nation.
Two New Philadelphia sisters are battling a rare disease, but find tremendous support from their family and friends. A walk-a-thon fundraiser held on April 10 continued the battle to "Seek a Miracle."
Autism is reaching epidemic numbers in the United States. Autism advocates continue to work to provide support for families with ASD and to raise money for research and perhaps, someday, a cure.
Sometimes, the most involved advocates for a cure for cancer are those who have survived it themselves. Such was the case at the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Spring Fling Paddle Raffle, held recently in New Philadelphia.
Kicking off the summer season and the Fit Youth Initiative's seventh annual Community Summer Walking Challenge will happen April 21 at Hennis Care Centre in Dover.
J.I.M.'s Place in New Philadelphia will be transformed into a beautiful garden for the Union Hospital Auxiliary's Tea in the Garden event, April 20.
Don't miss the Union Hospital Run for Home, a benefit for the Tuscarawas Valley Habitat for Humanity. More than 1,000 people will be hitting the streets to support this cause.
Life Line Screening will be at the Sugarcreek United Methodist Church on May 4 for local residents, offering stroke and osteoporosis screenings.
The local YMCAs will host Healthy Kids Day, encouraging healthier habits and increased physical activity for families.
Jim and Sandy Parrish will host the eighth annual MDA/SAM Parrish family Walk-a-thon in New Philadelphia on April 10.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation saves thousands of lives every year, but many more lives could be rescued if more people knew how to, at minimum, use simple chest compressions to keep a victim alive until help arrives on the scene.
The Tuscarawas County Clinic for the Working Uninsured has named Jamie L. Orr as their new executive director, as well as moved locations.
The American Cancer Society is bringing news, as well as events, to the Tuscarawas Valley, including this June's Relay for Life walk in Dover.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness chapter for Tuscarawas and Carroll counties is working to help local families cope with mental illness and remove its stigma.
There will be fun for all at an Easter Extravaganza to benefit the A.C.E. Clubhouse. The event will be held on Sunday, April 17, at Kent State University at Tuscarawas. Don't miss your chance to help this valuable recovery center for individuals with mental illness.
For those whose life struggles have included mental illness, there is a warm and welcoming place in New Philadelphia that provides peer support, social and recreational activities, advocacy, community involvement, and an improved quality of life. That special place is the A.C.E. Clubhouse.
More than 200 tennis shoes were laced up and put into action as the Muskingum Chapter of the American Red Cross once again honored local citizens in the second annual Walk With a Hero event.
In an effort to raise awareness and help landowners get their questions answered, Kaufman Realty and Auctions and the law firm of Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston are hosting an oil and gas leasing seminar.
An informative program about the latest therapies and medications used to manage the symptoms of multiple sclerosis will be held Wednesday, April 6, at 6 p.m., in the Union Hospital auditorium.
The Muskingum Lakes Chapter of the American Red Cross will offer the first lifeguarding course of the season beginning April 18.
Union Hospital, Twin City Hospital and the Tuscarawas County Health Department will participate in a mock disaster exercise April 7.
A diabetes seminar will be held April 5 at Twin City Hospital.
Diabetes is a national epidemic. More than 900,000 people in the state of Ohio have diabetes, and nearly a third of those do not know they have the disease.
The Twin City Hospital board of trustees has approved the pending sale of the hospital to Franciscan Services Corporation, based in Sylvania.
The O'Farrell Family HUG Foundation will hold a St. Patty's Day run on Saturday, March 12, to benefit Tuscarawas County children.
Those suffering from cystic fibrosis understand the advancements made over the past two decades when it comes to conquering the disease, with the life expectancy rising from the teens to nearly 40. But a new drug, Vertex-770, may be the link to curing the disease for good.
The Eastern Ohio AED initiative recently awarded several different community organizations with Automated External Defibrillators.
Twin City Hospital volunteer organizations unite to form a united volunteer auxiliary.
The staff at Union Hospital has adopted a new procedure for ensuring patient safety, and Carey Gardner, director of development and community relations, gives his update on the program.
Indian Hills Christian School will host a blood drive on Thursday, March 17.
The YMCA Strong Kids Campaign is underway. Donations will help to provide financial assistance to area youth and families.
The 2011 Run for Home will be held Sunday, April 17. A health and fitness fair will be held in the Tuscora Park pavilion April 16 and 17.
New emergency physician group providing services at Twin City Hospital.
Linda Rupe was honored for her efforts in the ALS support group.
Tammie Mills joins staff at American Cancer Society.
Even as the floodwaters from the Feb. 28 rain storm subside, there are more than enough reasons to remain cautious when around flooded areas.
Tune in to Cable Channel 2 or online Sunday, March 6, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., for the 38th annual Rainbow Connection Telethon. Participate in the live auction for valuable prizes or make a pledge to support Tuscarawas County's local health charity.
There are many risks associated with flood waters. Do you best to follow the guidelines from the State of Ohio Emergency Operations Center.
The truth about smokeless tobacco and why you should kick the habit.
Picky eaters are a common mealtime frustration, but parents and caregivers can go a long way in helping their children to eat better. The most important task is to prevent, or at least decrease, mealtime battles.
A matching Venture Grant through Ohio United Way has made it possible for United Way of Tuscarawas County to offer a 2-1-1 system to residents. You can now dial 2-1-1 for information on how to gain access to health and human services and volunteer opportunities in the county.
Community gardens are a wonderful way to enjoy local, fresh foods while improving healthy eating habits. A recent workshop from Healthy Tusc on developing community gardens provided valuable insights and resources for participants.
A Valentine's Day weekend community event promoted healthy hearts as the Healthy Tusc Taskforce sponsored a winter hike at Schoenbrunn Village State Memorial in New Philadelphia, where more than 500 people attended.
The American Cancer Society is in search of teams, comprised of 10 to 15 people, for this year's Relay for Life events. In the Northwest Ohio Region, which includes 13 counties in Ohio, there are 50 relays planned from April to July.
The Tuscarawas County YMCA in Dover will hold a free two-hour Y Leaders Club recruitment party Feb. 19, at 7:30 p.m.
In this letter to the editor, Becky Welz stresses how important it is to be screened for colon cancer.
The New Philadelphia Rotary will offer a Spring Healthcheck event on March 12.
The Tri-County Health Expo will present multiple options to gain invaluable health information during the two-day event Feb. 18 and 19 at the Buckeye Event Center in Dalton.
Have you already broken your New Year's resolution? Why do many common resolutions fail? Often they are lofty intentions based on willpower rather than a solid plan of action.
The Relay Revue, an annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, is looking for those with musical, comedic, dance, theatrical, or other talents to perform at the March 5 event.
The second annual Winter Hike, sponsored by Healthy Tusc and the United Way, is scheduled for Feb. 12.
Participants are needed who are willing to make a long-term committment to a cancer prevention study with the American Cancer Society.
