Defiance County Health Department

Defiance County Health Department OUR MISSION
To promote & protect the health & well-being of all people and places in Defiance County

The Defiance County General Health District (DCGHD) wishes to provide public health information and discussion of public health issues in formats utilized by the citizens of Defiance County. Facebook provides a method of providing timely information to the general public. We wish to promote a respectful format for this to occur, free of promotion of products or services for self-interest. POLICY

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All links posted as comments on the Defiance County General Health District page will be reviewed and may be deleted. The following content is not permitted:
-Hate speech, profanity, obscenity or vulgarity;
-Nudity in pictures;
-Defamation, name calling/and or personal attacks to a person or people, or DCGHD employee;
-Spam comments, such as the same/similar comment(s) posted repeatedly on a profile;
-Comments that would disclose protected health information;
-Comments that include promotion of events, groups, pages, websites, organizations and programs not related to or affiliated with DCGHD; or
-Other comments that DCGHD deems inappropriate. Repeated violations of DCGHD’s comment policy may cause the author to be blocked from the DCGHD page. Information posted on any of our social media platforms shouldn’t be considered medical advice and shouldn’t replace a consultation with a healthcare professional. DCGHD will make reasonable efforts to monitor and/or moderate content posted on its social media platforms; however, we cannot always respond in a timely manner to online requests for information. By submitting content to DCGHD’s page, you understand and acknowledge that this information is available to the public. Please note that other participants may use your posted information beyond the control of DCGHD. If you do not wish to have the information you have made available via this site used, published, copied and/or reprinted, please do not post on this page.

From healthcare workers and first responders to teachers, farmers, small business owners, public servants and everyone w...
09/01/2026

From healthcare workers and first responders to teachers, farmers, small business owners, public servants and everyone who works hard each day to support their families and community—we appreciate you!

Thank you for the time, effort and dedication you give to making Defiance County a great place to live, work and grow. ❤️💙

The Defiance County Health Department & WIC Offices will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.

Becoming a parent can feel overwhelming, especially in those first weeks while adjusting to a new routine and new respon...
08/31/2026

Becoming a parent can feel overwhelming, especially in those first weeks while adjusting to a new routine and new responsibilities.

Family Connects Ohio offers a FREE at-home nurse visit to provide guidance, reassurance, and practical support so parents can feel confident in their role.

For working parents, the nurse can connect Defiance County families with newborns to helpful resources, like childcare providers and community programs, to ease the strain.

Know you are doing a great job – even when it doesn’t always feel that way.

Sign up for your free visit and get support from a caring nurse: https://bit.ly/FCODefiance

Learn more about Family Connects Ohio: www.HelpMeGrow.org/FamilyConnects

🍎Calling all food systems folks in Northwest OH, you are invited to the first ever Northwest Ohio Food + Farm Summit!🥕Th...
08/31/2026

🍎Calling all food systems folks in Northwest OH, you are invited to the first ever Northwest Ohio Food + Farm Summit!

🥕The theme is "Cultivating Connections." We hope you will join this networking event to connect with farmers, food system actors, and policymakers across Northwest Ohio to brainstorm shared regional assets, barriers, and potential solutions. Our goal for the event is to walk away with new connections, and ideas for everyone to plug in from their various local communities.

🌿Please register by clicking the following link and see the flyer for more information: https://bit.ly/4yVTKOr

Labor Day weekend is for making memories, not meeting law enforcement. If you drink, plan a sober ride home. Drive Sober...
08/31/2026

Labor Day weekend is for making memories, not meeting law enforcement. If you drink, plan a sober ride home. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

Ohio State Highway Patrol
Defiance County OH Sheriff's Office
Defiance Police Department
Hicksville Police Department
Defiance Fire and Rescue Division
Hicksville Fire Department

Sandy toes, salty air, zero care. Beach please - remember the sunscreen!Happy National Beach Day!
08/30/2026

Sandy toes, salty air, zero care. Beach please - remember the sunscreen!
Happy National Beach Day!

Attention food service professionals! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳Whether you’re new to the industry or need certification renewal, our upcomi...
08/30/2026

Attention food service professionals! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳

Whether you’re new to the industry or need certification renewal, our upcoming ServSafe trainings can help you strengthen your food safety knowledge and keep your establishment safe.

🍴 ServSafe Manager Training
🍴 Person in Charge Training

Register early — spots may fill quickly!

The health benefits of breastfeeding are well-researched for baby and parent! 🤱Data from the USDA show that breastfeedin...
08/29/2026

The health benefits of breastfeeding are well-researched for baby and parent! 🤱
Data from the USDA show that breastfeeding support efforts helped increase the number of WIC families who chose to start breastfeeding to 70% in 2022. While there’s still work to do, let’s celebrate the wins and strive for even stronger breastfeeding support this and beyond! 💖
WIC is here to support your family from the moment you know you’re pregnant, up to your child’s fifth birthday! Read more: https://www.cbpp.org/blog/growing-share-of-infants-participating-in-wic-are-breastfed

Create a study routine that works. ✏️ A dedicated homework time each day helps students stay on track with assignments a...
08/29/2026

Create a study routine that works. ✏️ A dedicated homework time each day helps students stay on track with assignments and projects while building strong time-management skills.

For more tips, visit: https://bit.ly/backtoschooltips26

Taking a moment to recognize and thank the hardworking individuals who help make our community strong. Your dedication, ...
08/28/2026

Taking a moment to recognize and thank the hardworking individuals who help make our community strong. Your dedication, commitment and hard work make a difference every day.

❤️💙 Thank you for all that you do!

Please note: The Defiance County Health Department and WIC Offices will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8th.

Address

1300 E 2nd Street, Ste 100
Defiance, OH
43512

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14197843818

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