Licking Memorial Health Systems

01/31/2026

Youth, ages 6 to 12, will learn how to make various nutritious recipes and participate in several cooking stations, where they will prepare a healthy lunch to be enjoyed following the program. This event is free; however, registration is limited to members of the Active•Fit Youth Wellness Program (ages 6 to 12). All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the program. To register for the Active•Fit Junior Chef event, please call the Licking Memorial Events Line at (220) 564-1560. To enroll in the free Active•Fit Program, visit ActiveFit.org.

01/30/2026

Judge Craig Baldwin began his service to Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) in 2011 as a member of the Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) Board of Directors where he served as Secretary, Vice Chair, and Chair. In 2016, he joined the LMHS Board of Directors and served as Secretary/Treasurer and Vice Chair. After finishing his tenure with the LMHS Board of Directors in 2025, he was invited to join the LMH Development Council, where he serves on the Education & Membership Committee. Judge Baldwin commends LMHS for its community outreach, especially to local schools, noting the Sports Screening and Youth League Scholarship programs. He has served as a judge for more than 20 years and is currently the Presiding Judge of the Fifth District Court of Appeals.

01/30/2026

Licking Memorial Health Systems is promoting heart health by offering a special Community Education event. Join Leslie Solomon, APRN-CNP, of Licking Memorial Cardiac Services, this Tuesday, February 3, for an informative discussion on Women’s Heart Health and the Effects of Sleep Deprivation on the Heart. The program is free; however, space is limited, and registration is required. To register, please call the Licking Memorial Events Line at (220) 564-1560.

01/29/2026

LMHS welcomes Samuel Akinyeye, M.D., to Licking Memorial Gastroenterology.

01/28/2026

Influenza (flu) and the common cold are both respiratory illnesses but are caused by different viruses. You can tell the difference between a cold and the flu by the severity and speed of symptom onset. One key difference is fever, which is a common symptom of the flu but rarely occurs with a cold. Refer to the chart below to determine if you might have a cold or the flu. If your symptoms are severe, contact your primary care physician.

01/27/2026

The American Red Cross is experiencing a critical blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood due to the recent holiday season, intense winter weather, and severe flu season. They have issued a public appeal for blood and platelet donors. The shortage is especially serious for types O, A negative, and B negative blood. Donors of all blood types are urged to donate now and throughout the winter. You can make an appointment to give blood now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Licking Memorial Hospital is also hosting a blood drive this Friday, January 30, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room.

01/26/2026

01/24/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Encourage the women in your life to make their health a priority and be an example by getting your annual wellness exam. Screenings are vital in the prevention and early detection of breast and cervical cancers. It is also important to understand your risks, including ones that you can change, such as being physically active, and those that you cannot change, such as age and family history. Talk with your healthcare provider about your risks and the screening that is right for you.

01/23/2026

Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, January 30, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the LMH Ground Floor Conference Room. Registration is recommended but not required. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call (220) 564-1427. You can also register by calling 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767) or online at redcross.org. To streamline the donation process, visit RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass and complete the pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.