Joined December 2013
Yesterday, Fran and I were proud to debut our new @OhioWICProgram reading spaces in Lisbon and Hamilton! These colorful, dedicated reading areas are being installed in WIC clinics across the state to inspire a lifelong love of books among children and to encourage families to enroll their kids under 5 in the @ImaginationOhio program. More: bit.ly/40n2Ncw
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Severe weather remains possible across the entire area this afternoon and evening. Conditions are looking just a little more favorable for severe storms for areas north of I-70 in Ohio, thus the risk is now enhanced for that area.
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We remain committed to improving maternal health in Ohio and that’s why we’ve included home visiting expansion and a new partnership to grow the Comprehensive Maternal Care Program to expand access to quality care in our budget. #BlackMaternalHealthWeek
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To premiere our new #StateOfWIC report and uplift the #WIC program, we will be hosting a tweetchat TODAY at 3:00pm ET. We’d love for you to join us! #WICWorksChat
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Join #HRSA in celebrating #WellChildWednesdays by scheduling an appt w/ your #pediatric #provider #today! Your provider’s office is a safe place to ask questions about #childrenshealth, discuss #COVID19-related concerns & get #immunizations. #LearnMore: bit.ly/3ebFJ5m
Thank you Dr. Acton for your compassion, sincerity, and leadership. You’ve proven to us that not all heroes wear capes, some wear lab coats. We look forward to your continued service in your new role as Chief Health Advisor to @GovMikeDewine. ODH is better because of you.
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Filled with nutritious fresh fruits and spinach, this smoothie is a light and refreshing after-school treat! 🍌🥝🍓🥤 #kidseatright #recipe sm.eatright.org/fuelsmoothie
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Breastfeeding is a special connection
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Tomorrow, January 11, is National Milk Day! Milk is a wholesome, nutrient-rich food that provides high levels of essential nutrients. Learn more about the health benefits of milk: bit.ly/39V9Axe
Did you know that the @CDC advises all women of reproductive age to take 400 micrograms of #folicacid a day to help prevent birth defects of the brain like #anencephaly and #spinabifida? For more information visit cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/ind… #BTxRGV
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Happy National Mushroom Month! Mushrooms are low- calorie, fat-free, and packed with more than a dozen vitamins and minerals like potassium, magnesium, and folate. They’re also high in disease-fighting antioxidants. #superfood #momstrong
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September is Food Safety Education Month. Germs can live almost anywhere in your kitchen. Be a #FoodSafetyHero by using hot, soapy water to wash any surface that comes into contact with food. #FSEM go.usa.gov/xyuBJ
Check out our recommended books for children, parents, and lactation professionals for #blackbreastfeedingweek. lllusa.org/black-breastfeedi…
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#WIC breastfeeding peer counselors (BFPC) build lasting relationships with the mothers they serve. A #WIC BFPC from California developed a breastfeeding support group @CinnaMoms_ to increase bf rates among african american women at @PhfeWic cinnamoms.org/
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This week is National Breastfeeding Week! Fathers and partners are a great resource for breastfeeding mothers. Want to find out how you can help through the breastfeeding process? Click the link below: wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.go…
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Make sure to stop by and check out the information about Help Me Grow, WIC, Vaccines, and everything else for your little ones! There are even some fun coloring activities for them.
Today is the first day of the #OhioStateFair! We are excited to welcome you to our newly redesigned ODH booth. Join us in the Bricker Building and learn why it’s a new day in public health! #OhioFindItHere
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The world of #WIC is huge! We’ve tried to make finding resources a little easier. Explore the new WIC hub today: thewichub.org/
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Watermelon, blueberries, raspberries…Summer fruits are packed with disease-fighting antioxidants, vitamin C, fiber, and more. Upgrade your salad with fun shapes and colorful bowls. #delicious #nutritious #momstrong
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Did you know? Children who participate in WIC are at lower risk of anemia (low iron) than WIC eligible kids who aren’t enrolled. Iron is found in these WIC food sources: fish, nuts, beans, spinach and other green leafy vegetables, and fortified cereals. #gettingitdone #momstrong