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
Board of Health Announces Violence Reduction Ad Hoc Committee
The Toledo- Lucas County’s Board of Health is taking a significant step in addressing the growing concern of violence in our community. The Board of Health is proud to announce the formation of a new Ad Hoc Committee dedicated to
Health Department Launches Asthma and Allergy Resource Dashboard
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department is excited to announce a new resource that will help thousands of Lucas County residents who live with allergies and asthma. The health department recently launched the Asthma and Allergy Resource Dashboard on its website.
Health Department Promotes Safe Sleep Practices for Healthier Babies During Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month
In recognition of Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department is emphasizing the serious need for safe sleep practices to protect infants and reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Sudden Unexplained Infant Death
