With over 3,000 food service establishments across Lucas County, the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department (TLCHD) plays a critical role in ensuring that food is prepared and served in safe, clean, and healthy conditions. In line with its commitment to public
Getting to 1 Coalition to Host Quarterly Meeting: Fathers & Reducing Infant Mortality
The Getting to 1 Coalition is proud to announce its upcoming quarterly meeting, which will spotlight the essential and often underrecognized role of fathers in reducing infant mortality and supporting the healthy development of their children. The Coalition invites the
Health Department’s Office of Environmental Health: Temporary Closure Notice for Statewide Training
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department’s Office of Environmental Health (635 N. Erie St., Toledo) will be temporarily closed from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday, April 14 through Thursday, April 17, 2025, due to mandatory statewide training for new inspection
Health Department Announces New Board of Health Leadership
The Toledo Lucas County Health Department is delighted to announce the newly elected Board of Health leadership team of Barb Sarantou, President, and Amr Elaskary, Vice President, as they step into their new roles. Mrs. Sarantou and Mr. Elaskary bring
Health Department Announces Events for Minority Health Month
The Health Department’s Local Office on Minority Health is proud to present the 38th Annual Minority Health Month’s planned events throughout April. Spring Into Health Literacy Thursday, April 10 – 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Kent Branch
Health Department’s Traffic Safety Program Hosts Roundabout Training Events
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department’s Traffic Safety Program, in partnership with the Lucas County Engineer’s Office, the City of Toledo, and Toledo Driving Schools, is pleased to announce roundabout training events for local drivers on the following dates: March 24:
Toledo-Lucas County Health Department Welcomes Dr. Lawrence Ellis Monger Jr. as New Medical Director
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department is proud to announce the appointment of Lawrence Ellis Monger Jr., M.D. as Medical Director, effective March 10th, 2025. Originally from Indianapolis, Dr. Monger has a distinguished 30-year career dedicated to providing high-quality care to
Health Department Unveils 2025-2027 Strategic Plan to Advance Community Health
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department is proud to announce the launch of its comprehensive 2025-2027 Strategic Plan, a forward-thinking roadmap designed to address the evolving health needs of our community. The plan was developed through extensive collaboration with community stakeholders,
Health Department Reports First Flu-Related Death of 2024-2025 Flu Season
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department has confirmed the first flu-related death of the 2024-2025 influenza season in Lucas County. This tragic loss underscores the seriousness of the flu and the importance of prevention, especially as flu activity increases this time
2025 Proposed Fees
Meeting Announcement for Proposed TLCHD Environmental Health Program Fees Pursuant to the Ohio Administrative Code 3701-36-14 and Ohio Revised Code 3709.09 the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department has completed the annual calculation of license fees for Body Art, Food, Pool, and
