Richland Public Health

11/07/2025

In observance of Veterans Day, Richland Public Health will be CLOSED Tuesday, November 11th. We will resume normal business hours on Wednesday, November 12th.

11/05/2025

Thank you Richland County voters! Your support helps us to continue to provide more than 100 essential programs and services that benefit individuals and families across the county.

10/29/2025

10/27/2025

We are receiving an increase of calls concerning our WIC program. Please read the important information below.
* WIC remains open for business.
* WIC clinics will continue to operate during the government shutdown, providing benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referral services.
* Please continue to attend your scheduled WIC appointments and redeem WIC food benefits at approved vendor locations.
* Any additional information from the State WIC office can be found on the WIC Shopper App.
WIC Richland-Ashland

10/27/2025

Meet Cody, the Public Health Pooch of the Week! Cody is currently waiting for his fur-ever family at the Richland County Dog Warden's Office & Shelter.

Meet Cody, The Richland Public Health Pooch of the Week

10/24/2025

Be sure to stop by the Richland Public Health trunk for a spooky treat!

🎃👻 Trunk or Treat is THIS Saturday at Mansfield YMCA! 🚗🍬

Join us for a festive and family-friendly afternoon at the Mansfield YMCA Trunk or Treat!
Bring the kids in costume, visit decorated trunks, and enjoy a safe way to celebrate Halloween with our community. 🧡

📅 Saturday, October 25
🕛 12:00–2:00 PM
📍 Mansfield YMCA
✨ Free and open to the community!
🚗 31 decorated trunks
🍔 Grunt Grub
🧋 Sweet Bubble & Bean
🥤Qualité Milkshakes and Smoothies
🎃 Pumpkin decorating, face painting from Painted Rainbow Face Painting and Body Art, Y on the Fly games & FREE giveaways!

From candy to crafts, it’s all treats and no tricks at the Y!🧡👻

10/24/2025

TODAY 3-6pm - We hope to see you there!

10/23/2025

With an increase in illnesses spreading, it is important to remember to wash your hands often especially after touching your face or high contact surfaces. 20 seconds is all it takes to protect yourself.

10/22/2025

Take Back Day is this Saturday, October 25th. Bring your unused or expired medications.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is coming soon. Help protect our children, water supply, and food supply by disposing of unused and expired medications safely!

It is this Saturday, October 25th from 10am-2pm.

There are 5 locations. Check the image below for locations and information on what you can and can't bring.

10/21/2025

As part of ongoing efforts to protect families from prescription drug misuse, Richland Public Health is now offering free Safe RX locking pill bottles and Deterra drug deactivation pouches—two powerful tools to help residents safely store and dispose of prescription medications. Prescription drug misuse remains a serious concern in our community, particularly among youth who may gain access to unused or unsecured medications at home. Prevention starts with awareness and access to safe, effective tools that empower families to take action. The introduction of Safe RX bottles and Deterra pouches represents another important step in protecting our community's health and safety. Safe RX locking pill bottles are secure, tamper-resistant containers designed to prevent unauthorized access to prescription medications. Each bottle features a four-digit combination lock, helping parents, caregivers, and individuals store medications responsibly and safely. Deterra drug deactivation pouches offer an environmentally safe and effective way to dispose of unused or expired medications. Simply add pills, patches, or liquids to the pouch, fill with water, seal, and shake. The patented carbon technology neutralizes the drugs, rendering them unusable and safe to throw away in regular household trash. Both items are available to the public at no cost. Community members can pick them up at Richland Public Health, or from the RPH mobile health unit when it’s out in the community. To learn more about how you can protect your home and loved ones with these tools, visit www.richlandhealth.org or call 419-774-4761.

10/15/2025

We’re proud to announce that the de Beaumont Foundation has recognized Dr. Julie Chaya, Health Commissioner of Richland Public Health, as part of the 40 Under 40 in Public Health Class of 2025.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Chaya and celebrating all of this year’s honorees for their outstanding leadership and impact in public health.

Read more about their accomplishments: www.debeaumont.org/40Under40

10/15/2025

Free Community Health Day is just a few days away on Friday, October 17th! We still have a few spots available for vital screenings like lung cancer, skin cancer, and mammograms. To schedule a screening, call 419-774-4761 or visit https://richlandhealth.org/free-day/