Portage County Health District

03/30/2026

📣Pop-Up Food Pantry Thursday from 1-3pm!

Drive-Thru Pop-Up Food Pantry
Stay warm and support your community from the comfort of your car. For the winter months, we are using our convenient drive-thru format at PCHD.

📅 Date: Thursday, April 2
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Portage County Health District
999 East Main Street, Ravenna, OH 44266

In partnership with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, PCHD proudly hosts a Pop-Up Food Pantry each month to provide access to fresh, healthy foods for local families.

Explore Additional Food Resources:
PCHD Food Resource Dashboard
🔗 https://www.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/c92774ced7894f37a7bc069400a237c0

(Also available on our website under: Our Programs → Community Health → Food Resources Dashboard)

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank Find Help Tool
🔗 https://www.akroncantonfoodbank.org/find-help

Please share this post to help our community stay informed. Thank you for supporting local families!

03/27/2026

03/27/2026

We had a great time at the Career Fair at Ravenna High School!

Our team enjoyed meeting students and sharing more about careers in public health, the programs and services we provide, and the many ways you can make a difference in your community.

We also highlighted current job opportunities and pathways to join our team, helping students explore how their interests can turn into meaningful careers that support the health and well-being of others.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table. We truly enjoyed the conversations and look forward to seeing the impact you will make in the future.

03/26/2026

Have multiple ways to get NWS Warnings and Alerts in real time. It just might save your life! All of northern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania should STAY WEATHER AWARE later today into this evening.

03/26/2026

Stay weather aware today!

Up to an enhanced risk (level 3 of 5) of severe t-storms exists today. A disturbance may trigger isolated severe storms in NE OH and NW PA late this afternoon, before a strong cold front likely triggers scattered severe storms later this afternoon into the evening in northern OH and NW PA. Stay Weather Aware and have a way to get warnings and alerts on your phone!

03/26/2026

Planning to operate a mobile food unit in Portage County?

Before your inspection, make sure you know what to expect.

Our Environmental Health team put together a helpful video walking you through the Mobile Food Unit inspection process, what inspectors look for, and how to prepare your unit for success.

🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/s4EjzQvEHBE

Whether you’re new or need a refresher, this is a great resource to help you feel confident and ready.

Planning to operate a mobile food unit in Portage County? Our Registered Environmental Health Specialists walk you through the inspection process, what we lo...

03/26/2026

🚨 Is your Narcan expiring? We can help.

The Portage County Health District offers free Narcan (naloxone) to help keep our community safe.

Whether you need a new kit, a replacement for an expired one, or want to be prepared in case of an emergency, we’re here for you.

Stop by to pick up your free kit and learn how to use it. It only takes a few minutes and could save a life. 💙

📞 Call 330-296-9919 ext. 118 to learn more

03/25/2026

Strong public health leadership at the Statehouse yesterday. Proud to have Becky Lehman, Health Commissioner, representing Portage County and advocating for healthier communities and public health across Ohio.

Grateful for an incredible day at the Statehouse!

50 public health leaders.
60 legislative offices.
One shared goal: healthier Ohio communities.

Thank you to everyone who took time to connect, educate, and advocate.

03/25/2026

Advocating for Public Health at the Statehouse

Becky Lehman, Health Commissioner, recently joined fellow health commissioners and the Association of Ohio Health Commissioners at the Ohio Statehouse for AOHC Statehouse Day.

This important event brings public health leaders together with lawmakers to discuss key issues impacting communities across Ohio and to advocate for policies that support and strengthen public health systems.

We are proud to have strong representation at the state level, ensuring the voice of our community is part of these critical conversations.

Pictured: Becky Lehman, Health Commissioner, Portage County Health District; Heidi Workman, Ohio State Representative, District 72; Kristina Roegner, Ohio State Senator; and Nick Cascarelli, Health Commissioner, Wayne County Health Department.

03/24/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring at the Portage County Health District!

We’re proud to celebrate several of our long-time team members who are retiring or moving on to new opportunities and exciting next steps in their careers. As we recognize their impact, we are also excited to welcome the next generation of public health professionals to our team.

With new and open positions available, now is a great time to join a mission-driven organization working every day to promote health, prevent disease, and protect the environment.

👉 View current openings and apply here:
https://portagehealth.net/about-us/employment-opportunity/

Come be part of something bigger.

03/24/2026

🌱 Farmers Wanted for the Thrive Together Market! 🌽

The Portage County Health District is looking for local farmers and produce vendors to join our Thrive Together Farmers’ Market this season. This market helps increase access to fresh, healthy foods for our community.

We are especially seeking vendors selling:
• Fresh fruits
• Fresh vegetables
• Herb plants

Other vendors who are interested in participating are also encouraged to reach out.

The market accepts WIC Farmers’ Market coupons and SNAP, helping ensure families in Portage County can access fresh, local produce.

📍 Location: Portage County Health District
999 E. Main Street, Ravenna

📅 When: Every Tuesday
June 16 through September 1

⏰ Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

If you are a farmer or produce vendor interested in participating, we would love to connect with you.

📞 Contact: Amy Cooper
330-296-9919 ext. 200

You can also learn more about becoming a vendor here:
portagehealth.net/our-programs/thrive-together-farmers-market

Supporting local farmers helps strengthen our community while improving access to fresh foods. We hope you will join us this season

03/24/2026

🫁 World Tuberculosis Day – March 24

Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection that most often affects the lungs and spreads through the air when a person with active TB coughs or sneezes. While TB is preventable and treatable, it continues to affect people around the world each year.

TB does not always cause symptoms. Some individuals have latent TB infection, meaning they feel healthy and are not contagious, but the infection can become active later without treatment.

Symptoms of active TB may include:
• A cough lasting three weeks or longer
• Fever
• Night sweats
• Unexplained weight loss
• Fatigue or feeling very tired

Early testing is an important step in protecting your health, your family, and our community.

📞 To schedule a TB test, contact the Portage County Health District at 330-298-4490.