Preble County Public Health

05/29/2026

ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ) AWARENESS.
ALS is a neurodegenerative condition that affects how nerve cells communicate with your muscles. It leads to muscle weakness that gets worse over time. Symptoms can affect how you move, speak and breathe. ALS treatment includes therapies and medications to manage symptoms and slow the progression of the disease.

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16729-amyotrophic-lateral-sclerosis-als
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/amyotrophic-lateral-sclerosis

05/27/2026

STROKE AWARENESS. Learn to recognize the signs/symptoms of a stroke.

By learning and sharing the B.E. F.A.S.T. and R.Á.P.I.D.O. warning signs, you just might save a life from stroke. Plus, other symptoms. Prepare yourself and loved ones!

05/26/2026

Osteoporosis Awareness.
Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over or coughing can cause a break. Osteoporosis-related breaks most commonly occur in the hip, wrist or spine.

Bone is living tissue that is constantly being broken down and replaced. Osteoporosis occurs when the creation of new bone doesn't keep up with the loss of old bone.

Osteoporosis affects people of all races. But women who are white or of Asian descent, especially older women who are past menopause, are at highest risk. Medicines, healthy diet and weight-bearing exercise can help prevent bone loss or strengthen already weak bones.
https://spinehealth.org/osteoporosis-awareness-month/

05/25/2026

We are CLOSED today in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume tomorrow, May 26th.

05/24/2026

We are CLOSED tomorrow for Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Skin Cancer/ Melanoma Awareness.
Skin cancer can develop in any person at any age regardless of their skin tone, though individuals with less melanin (skin pigmentation) are at higher risk. Reducing exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun or artificial sources, such as tanning beds, can help prevent skin cancer. Routine skin exams conducted by a medical professional and self-exams can help catch it early on.
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/kimmel-cancer-center/cancers-we-treat/melanoma/prevention-diagnosis

05/22/2026

The Friday before Memorial Day is Don't Fry Day!

The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention designated the Friday before Memorial Day as Don’t Fry Day. The Council’s goal is to encourage sun safety awareness by reminding everyone to protect their skin while enjoying the outdoors on Don’t Fry Day and every day.

Remember to Slip! Slop! Slap! and Wrap! when you're outdoors. Slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher, slap on a hat, and wrap on sunglasses.

https://www.epa.gov/sunsafety/sun-safety-tips

05/21/2026

Pool Safety/ Drowning Prevention. Swimming pools can have a powerful pull on little children―even when it's not swimming time. Learn how to keep everyone safe!!
https://odh.ohio.gov/know-our-programs/public-swimming-pools/safe-swimming-and-drowning-prevention/safe-swimming-and-drowning-prevention

Drowning can also happen when it is NOT swimming time!! https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Pool-Dangers-Drowning-Prevention-When-Not-Swimming-Time.aspx

05/20/2026

RABIES CONTROL

Rabies is a deadly viral disease that attacks the nervous system (brain, spinal cord, and nerves). Rabies can infect all mammals and is mostly seen in bats, skunks, raccoons, and other wild animals. However, dogs, cats, and even humans can also be infected.

When a person is bitten by an animal, regardless of whether it's a pet or wild animal, the bite needs to be reported to the Health Department having jurisdiction where the bite occurred. Bites from animals can spread rabies or other infections, so prompt reporting allows Public Health to take preventative measures and make recommendations. If the animal in question can be located, it will be quarantined for 10 days at which time an inspection will occur to determine that the animal is free of any rabies symptoms. Quarantine can occur at home or at an animal shelter. In the case of a wild animal, if it can be located, it will be sent to the state lab for testing.

Bite wounds should be thoroughly washed with soap and water as soon as possible. With any animal bite, consult with your healthcare provider.
https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/index.html

For questions or concerns contact Preble County Public Health

05/20/2026

Heat Stroke Prevention. Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition in which heat overwhelms your body’s ability to manage its temperature. Symptoms include dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, slurred speech and confusion. Heat stroke causes reduced blood flow and damage to vital organs. Seek immediate medical care for anyone with symptoms of heat stroke.
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/heat-stress/about/illnesses.html
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21812-heatstroke

Provides information on the types of heat-related illnesses that occur working in hot environments.

05/19/2026

Stay Weather Aware and safe!!

Showers and thunderstorms will move into the region Tuesday afternoon into the overnight hours. Some storms may reach severe intensity. The main hazards will be damaging wind gusts and large hail. Any locations where storms move over repeatedly may have ponding on roadways or isolated flooding with heavy rainfall.