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Portage County Health District PUBLIC HEALTH. Prevent. Promote. Protect.

The mission of the Portage County Combined General Health District is to PROMOTE public health, PREVENT disease, and PROTECT the environment, utilizing leadership and partnership to empower individuals and communities to achieve optimal health.

10/23/2026

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The Portage County Health District partnered with Portage County Recycling and the Trustees Program for a successful tir...
10/23/2026

The Portage County Health District partnered with Portage County Recycling and the Trustees Program for a successful tire collection event on October 20. With steady traffic throughout the four-hour event, we helped residents responsibly dispose of unwanted tires and filled five dumpsters!

Free collection events like this give Portage County residents a convenient way to get rid of unwanted tires while helping keep our communities clean and reducing places where standing water can collect and mosquitoes can breed.

Thank you to Portage County Recycling for partnering with us to make this opportunity available to Portage County residents, and to everyone who stopped by.

On Tuesday, members of the Portage County Health District's Nursing and Community Health teams visited the Ravenna Cente...
10/22/2026

On Tuesday, members of the Portage County Health District's Nursing and Community Health teams visited the Ravenna Center of Hope to provide flu vaccinations and harm reduction outreach, connecting community members with preventive care, education, and resources.

These efforts reflect PCHD's commitment to making public health services accessible and supporting the health and well-being of all Portage County residents.

Thank you to the Center of Hope for partnering with PCHD to support a healthier community!

Members of the Portage County Health District’s Community Health team attended and presented at the Ohio Society for Pub...
10/21/2026

Members of the Portage County Health District’s Community Health team attended and presented at the Ohio Society for Public Health Education (OSOPHE) 2026 Health Educators’ Institute (HEI) Conference, held October 14–16. This year’s theme, From Challenge to Change: Cultivating Resilience in Public Health, highlighted the importance of building stronger, healthier communities.

PCHD Health Educators Rachel Belvin, BS, Kim Plough, MS, CHES, and Kylee McCracken, BS, presented SAIL in Action: Building and Growing an Evidence-Based Physical Activity Program for Older Adults. Rachel and Kim also presented on the HEAL Photovoice Project. The annual conference offers an opportunity to learn from colleagues across Ohio, exchange ideas, and explore new approaches to public health challenges.

Health educators play an important role in building healthier communities by providing evidence-based education, resources, and programs that help prevent disease and promote well-being. At PCHD, they support residents at every stage of life through initiatives such as car seat safety, infant safe sleep and Cribs for Kids, bicycle and traffic safety, food access, physical activity programs for older adults, and more.

We’re proud of our Community Health team for advancing programs that support a healthier Portage County and sharing their impact with other public health professionals across the state.

Please join us in welcoming Kayley Plechaty, RN, to the Portage County Health District (PCHD) team!Kayley earned her Bac...
10/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kayley Plechaty, RN, to the Portage County Health District (PCHD) team!

Kayley earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Kent State University and brings experience in pediatric nursing, school health, and hospital-based patient care.

Prior to joining PCHD, Kayley served as a School Health Registered Nurse with Akron Children’s Hospital, where she provided student health assessments, medication administration, and immunization monitoring. She previously worked as a Registered Nurse on the Surgical Unit at Akron Children’s Hospital and as a Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician at University Hospitals Portage Medical Center.

In her new role, Kayley will bring her clinical experience, commitment to patient care, and background working with children and families to support the work of our Nursing Division and the communities we serve.

We are excited to welcome Kayley to our team and look forward to the knowledge, experience, and dedication she brings to PCHD!

Please join us in giving Kayley a warm welcome!

💉 Flu Vaccines Available at PCHD!Still need your flu vaccine? Stop by the Portage County Health District for our upcomin...
10/20/2026

💉 Flu Vaccines Available at PCHD!

Still need your flu vaccine? Stop by the Portage County Health District for our upcoming Wednesday Flu Vaccine Clinic!

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 8:30 am–2:00 pm
📍 Portage County Health District
999 E. Main St., Ravenna

No appointment needed! Adults and children are welcome.

Help protect yourself, your family, and our community this flu season by getting your annual flu vaccine.

📞 Questions? Call PCHD at 330-296-9919.

♻️ Tire Collection Event Coming to Portage County Health District! The Portage County Health District is partnering with...
10/19/2026

♻️ Tire Collection Event Coming to Portage County Health District!

The Portage County Health District is partnering with Portage County Recycling to help residents safely and responsibly dispose of unwanted tires!

📅 Tuesday, October 20, 2026
⏰ 8:00 am–12:00 pm
📍 Portage County Health District
999 E. Main St., Ravenna

A few things to know before you arrive:
- Limit 10 tires per vehicle
- Tires on rims are accepted
- Proof of Portage County residency is required, such as a photo ID or utility bill
- No farm tires

Proper tire disposal helps keep our communities clean and reduces places where water can collect and mosquitoes can breed.

Thank you to Portage County Recycling for partnering with us to provide this opportunity for Portage County residents!

📞 Questions? Call PCHD at 330-296-9919.

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🥕 WIC Perks at Haymaker Farmers' Market! 🍎WIC participants can receive $10 each week to purchase fresh fruits and veget...
10/16/2026

🥕 WIC Perks at Haymaker Farmers' Market! 🍎

WIC participants can receive $10 each week to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at Haymaker Farmers’ Market in Kent!

It’s easy to participate:
🥦 Visit the information table at the market
💳 Show your WIC card
🎟️ Receive a $10 produce voucher
🍓 Use your voucher to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from participating market vendors

The WIC Perks program is available Saturday mornings year-round and will continue as the market transitions from its outdoor season through October to its indoor location for the colder months.

This is another great opportunity for WIC families to stretch their food dollars while supporting access to fresh, nutritious foods!

📍 Haymaker Farmers’ Market | Kent, Ohio

Yesterday, the Portage County Health District partnered with United Way of Portage County Ohio to host the Groundwork Oh...
10/16/2026

Yesterday, the Portage County Health District partnered with United Way of Portage County Ohio to host the Groundwork Ohio Roadshow, bringing community members and partners together to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing young children and working families in Portage County.

Through meaningful conversations, attendees shared perspectives and helped identify local priorities and potential solutions to strengthen early childhood systems and supports.

The insights gathered at this event, along with feedback from other community conversations and surveys across Ohio, will help inform a statewide report for policymakers, partners, and community members. The goal is to turn local voices into meaningful action that supports Ohio’s youngest children and their families.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this important conversation possible!

💉 Flu Vaccines Available at PCHD!Stop by the Portage County Health District for our Wednesday Flu Vaccine Clinic and hel...
10/13/2026

💉 Flu Vaccines Available at PCHD!

Stop by the Portage County Health District for our Wednesday Flu Vaccine Clinic and help protect yourself and your family this flu season!

📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026
⏰ 8:30 am–4:00 pm
📍 Portage County Health District
999 E. Main St., Ravenna

No appointment needed! Adults and children are welcome to stop in during clinic hours.

Getting your annual flu vaccine is a simple and important step to help protect yourself and those around you from seasonal influenza.

📞 Questions? Call PCHD at 330-296-9919.

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999 East Main Street
Ravenna, OH
44266

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

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+13302969919

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