Get the Good Fat
By Patrice Powers-Barker, OSU Extension, Lucas County The Truth Contributor Even though “fat” has a reputation for being unhealthy, there are both healthy and unhealthy options in our foods. The body needs dietary fat for: […]
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The Sojourner’s Truth Health Section
New Perspectives Sober Living: Refining the Approach to Sobriety
By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter Addiction is a complex and multifaceted experience. At first use, drugs or alcohol may feel intense and exciting with rushes of dopamine flooding the brain. However, as addiction sets […]
Mercy Health’s Mobile Mammography Van visits area locations
As Mercy Health continues to evolve to better meet the needs of our patients and community, we are pleased to announce the region’s first mobile mammography unit has visits scheduled throughout the region. The mobile […]
Board of Health Announces New Board Members
The Lucas County Regional Board of Health welcomed two new members during the February meeting, Cheryl Crowder and Sonia Flunder-McNair. Cheryl Crowder, RN, BSN, currently serves as the Director of Social Determinants of Health Clinical […]
Fuel for the Future
By Patrice Powers-Barker, OSU Extension, Lucas County The Truth Contributor “Fuel for the Future.” is the theme of National Nutrition Month. It’s the time when we are encouraged to learn about making informed food choices […]
Fast Facts to Stay Healthy This Flu Season
Special to The Truth December through March is peak influenza (flu) season. While common, flu is a potentially serious and highly contagious respiratory illness. This winter, a new American Lung Association campaign funded by CLS […]
Toledo City Council Funds $50k Program to Train, Accredit, and Promote LGBTQ+ Affirming Health Care Providers
Special to The Truth Toledo City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, to fund the three-year Affirmative and Inclusive LGBTQ+ Action Plan created by Equality Toledo and Solace Health & Wellness with a […]
A Mental Health Moment – Attachment Styles
By Bernadette Joy Graham, MA, LPCC, Licensed Mental Health Therapist The Truth Contributor From the womb to the tomb is a quote that can be very fitting in many cases. When a child is growing […]
“Let’s Talk About It”
By Fonda J. Royster, DV Resource Specialist, Family Court Services Guest Column Teen Dating Violence, also known as “TDV,” is an increasing public health crisis, especially in Lucas County. Talking around it or avoiding the […]
UTMC Completes Record 200 Kidney Transplants in 2022
Special to The Truth The University of Toledo Medical Center completed a record 200 successful kidney transplants in 2022 while maintaining its status as one of the fastest kidney transplant programs in the country. “These […]