Wyandot Public Health News

Job Posting: As-needed Public Health Nurse (LPN)

Wyandot County Public Health is seeking a Public Health Nurse on an as-needed basis. The Public Health Nurse (LPN) plays a crucial role in promoting and facilitating initiatives aimed at the prevention and reduction of communicable diseases within Wyandot County. This role involves collaborating with team members or a delegating nurse to service various clients, […]

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Oct. 1 Boo to the Flu clinic to kick off health department flu immunization season

As the respiratory illness season approaches, Wyandot County Public Health is offering several opportunities for the public to be immunized against the flu. Flu immunization clinics will start with the annual Boo to the Flu clinic from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 1 at Wyandot County Public Health, 127-A S. Sandusky Ave., Upper Sandusky, during the Wyandot […]

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Job Posting: Prevention Coordinator

Wyandot County Public Health is seeking a passionate advocate to fill the role of Prevention Coordinator. DETAILS SUMMARY The Prevention Coordinator plays a crucial role in promoting and facilitating initiatives aimed at the prevention and reduction of substance misuse and suicides within Wyandot County. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including government agencies, community […]

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Second West Nile virus-positive mosquito sample identified in Wyandot County

UUPPER SANDUSKY, Ohio — Wyandot County Public Health’s mosquito surveillance program identified a second West Nile virus (WNV)-positive mosquito sample through routine trapping efforts. To date, there have been no human cases of WNV reported in Wyandot County in 2026. WNV may be transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes and can cause […]

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Drive Sober: Zero-proof mocktail recipes offer refreshing treat for designated drivers

The Wyandot County Safe Communities Coalition hosted its annual Drive Sober Kickoff at the 2026 Friday Fun Fest on Aug. 7, at Harrison Smith Park, in Upper Sandusky. The occasion marked the 4th annual Zero-proof Mixoff mocktail competition in which local businesses and organizations competed to create mocktail recipes in hopes of winning over the […]

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Work together to end drunk driving in Wyandot County

UPPER SANDUSKY, Ohio — The Wyandot County Safe Communities Coalition is joining nationwide efforts to deter drunk driving and prevent tragedies this Labor Day holiday during the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement period. From August 19 through September 7, 2026, law enforcement will be out in Wyandot County and around the state […]

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West Nile virus identified in Wyandot County mosquito population through routine testing

UPPER SANDUSKY, Ohio — Wyandot County Public Health’s mosquito surveillance program identified a West Nile virus (WNV)-positive mosquito sample through routine trapping efforts. While there have been no human cases of WNV reported in Wyandot County in 2026, this positive mosquito sample serves as a reminder of the importance of preventing mosquito bites. WNV may […]

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ODH Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff announces measles outbreak in Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Director Bruce Vanderhoff, MD, MBA, is reporting the state’s third measles outbreak of 2026. The outbreak, which is defined by three or more related cases, includes four infected individuals: three in Ashtabula County and one in Tuscarawas County. All four individuals were unvaccinated, and the age range […]

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Notice of 7.30.2026 Special Board Meeting for the Wyandot County Board of Health

The Wyandot County Board of Health will meet Thursday July 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM at the Wyandot County Courthouse, 109 S Sandusky Ave., Upper Sandusky, Ohio. The meeting will take place in the Assembly Room. This discussion will address resolution #2026-06, Levy Resolution of Necessity modification of the said resolution via the consideration of […]

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Friday Fun Fest offers free night of fun for whole family on Aug. 7

UPPER SANDUSKY, Ohio – Squeeze the most out of the last nights of summer fun at the 2026 Friday Fun Fest, 4-7 p.m. Aug. 7, 2026, at Harrison Smith Park in Upper Sandusky. Friday Fun Fest is an event presented by the Wyandot County Family and Children First Council and Wyandot County Public Health with […]

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