34+ min ago   (148+ words) Logan Daily News Numerous local businesses supported the DD Board’s celebration of its direct support professionals. LOGAN — Every September, the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities recognizes one week to appreciate direct support professionals, otherwise known as DSPs. To celebrate them,…...

1+ week, 19+ hour ago   (345+ words) The Adena Health and Fairfield Medical Center signing ceremony LANCASTER, Ohio – Adena Health announced Tuesday that it has completed its acquisition of Fairfield Medical Center, officially welcoming the hospital, its patients, providers, caregivers, and communities into the Adena Health family....

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (990+ words) ATHENS, Ohio — What began as a mysterious invitation from the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine turned into an unforgettable surprise for 39 incoming medical students and their families just moments before the college’s annual Convocation and White Coat Ceremony....

3+ week, 34+ min ago   (267+ words) My mother, who has dementia, recently moved into an assisted living facility that doesn’t allow pets. I’m thinking about getting her a robotic pet to cheer her up. Are they worth it, and if so, which one do you recommend?...

1+ mon, 2+ day ago   (262+ words) ZANESVILLE, Ohio — Joseph A. Trapp, D.O., has joined Genesis Primary Care, specializing in family medicine. Dr. Trapp earned his doctor of osteopathic medicine degree from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Athens, Ohio, and completed his family…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (267+ words) Hocking County residents can now dial “211” to connect immediately with specialists who offer free, confidential guidance to help find available community resources. Residents can also learn more about the robust database of services available at www.hockingcounty211.org. Hocking County 2-1-1 serves…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (339+ words) Logan Daily News Smoky skies, poor air quality over Logan For the last few weeks, many Americans have hesitated to buy their favorite fruits and vegetables at the grocery store. This is because of an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (207+ words) The sky over Main Street in Logan on Thursday. LOGAN- While Logan was spared from the worst effects of the Canadian wildfire smoke, the air quality index was still far worse than normal. While readings ranged depending on the source,…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (509+ words) I’m 63 and recently had a hospital stay that left me with bills I can’t afford to pay. I had Affordable Care Act health insurance, but after my premiums went up in January, I had to drop my coverage. Now I’m…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (207+ words) Logan Daily News The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage and needs donors to give now and take steps to protect patient care. A steep decline in blood donations since the end of May has created a…...