Licking Memorial Health Systems

03/17/2026

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) recently co-sponsored a Healthcare Expo with Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) C-TEC of Licking County. The Expo featured information on job opportunities in the healthcare industry and pathways to obtain COTC degrees and certificates. Attendees were able to view simulations of real-life medical scenarios and demonstrations of the latest medical equipment and technologies.

03/16/2026

On March 6, Dress in Blue Day, LMHS staff donned their blue apparel to raise awareness and support for colon cancer prevention, research, and the importance of screenings. Why wear blue? It represents the blue ribbon, which is the international symbol for colon cancer. Blue also conveys a sense of hope and optimism, reflecting the message that colon cancer is often treatable when detected early. Contact your primary care physician today to schedule a screening. For more information and resources, visit www.LMHSColonHealth.org.

03/14/2026

Take the Health & Fitness Fest challenge! Join us for this free event on Saturday, March 28, at the Licking County Family YMCA, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Complete a total of 8 activities and health screenings at the event to be entered in a drawing for great fitness prizes. For more information, contact Licking Memorial Public Relations at (220) 564-1560.

03/13/2026

On Saturday, March 21, Licking Memorial Hospital will present Safe Sitter®, a hands-on seminar that prepares adolescents for the responsibilities of nurturing and protecting young children who are entrusted to their care. The free seminar is recommended for children, ages 11 to 13, and will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the LMH First Floor Conference Room. Registration is required. The Safe Sitter Kit, lunch, and snacks will be provided. To register, please visit the Events Calendar at LMHealth.org/Calendar. If you have any questions, please call (220) 564-4333.

03/13/2026

This Saturday, join Esteban Grovas-Cordovi, M.D., of Licking Memorial Gastroenterology, as he leads a discussion and answers general questions about colon cancer during a casual, 40-minute walk at Heath High School. Blood pressure screenings and healthy snacks will be available. Registration is required for this free event and may be completed by calling the Licking Memorial Events Line at (220) 564-1560.

03/12/2026

In celebration of National Doctors’ Day, March 30, Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) invites patients and community members to recognize the outstanding physicians who serve our community by donating to Licking Memorial Health Foundation (LMHF) in honor of a favorite physician. An acknowledgment of the donation and the donor’s message of appreciation will be sent to the physician on the donor’s behalf. To donate, visit the LMHF Giving page at https://www.lmhealth.org/About-LMHS/Licking-Memorial-Health-Foundation/Donations, or contact the Licking Memorial Hospital Development Office at (220) 564-4102. Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

03/12/2026

03/12/2026

The recent death of actor James Van Der Beek from colon cancer is raising the awareness that the disease is rising in younger age groups. Colon cancer is the top cancer killer in Americans younger than 50. Licking Memorial Health Systems encourages people who are 45 or older to get screened for colon cancer. No one fights alone. Contact your primary care physician today to schedule a screening. For more information and resources, visit www.lmhealth.org/colonhealth

03/11/2026

Considering a career in healthcare? Come check out the Healthcare Expo at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) tomorrow! Explore healthcare careers and education pathways, and receive information about nursing, radiology, laboratory, respiratory therapy, safety and security, information systems, and more. Register at go.cotc.edu/healthexpo.

03/11/2026

LMH recently earned a new accreditation for Shepherd Hill from The Joint Commission under the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Behavioral Health Care and Human Services. The Joint Commission is an independent, evidence-based standards setting organization that sets the benchmark for safe, high-quality patient care through healthcare accreditation. This accomplishment formally recognizes Shepherd Hill’s ongoing commitment to meeting rigorous performance standards and delivering the safest, highest quality care to patients.

03/08/2026

Don’t forget to spring forward on Sunday morning at 2:00 a.m., local standard time, which becomes 3:00 a.m., local daylight-saving time. This adjustment is to conform to the state time change. Be sure to set your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed tonight!

03/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE! To assist families who are caring for aging loved ones, and grandparents who are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren, Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) Development Council will host the Caregivers Expo on Thursday, April 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at Licking Memorial Hospital. Approximately 50 local vendors will be on site to provide information about available community resources.