In response to the positive case of Raccoon Rabies Variant discovered last week off of Echo Lake Road, TCHD will be holding the LAST low cost rabies vaccine clinic of the season.
ONLY 150 doses remain, pets will be served on a first, come first serve basis.
Rabies is ALWAYS fatal and testing cannot be conducted until an animal is deceased. It is now more important than ever to ensure your pet's rabies vaccination is up to date!!!!
Rabies Baiting
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The Tuscarawas County Health Department received word from the Ohio Department of Agriculture on August 1, 2018, that a raccoon has been confirmed positive with Raccoon Rabies Variant (RRV) in Tuscarawas County.
As a result, the USDA will begin the Oral Rabies Vaccine (ORV) baiting in areas of Tuscarawas County immediately following baiting in Stark County which will occur from August 19 through August 24th. The oral bait will be dropped from fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. Please keep the following information in mind: - Know what the baits look like: The bait consists of a polyvinyl chloride blister pack covered with a sweet-smelling dark green waxy coating. - Instruct children to leave the baits alone. - The baits are not harmful to pets. Once your area is baited, keep dogs and cats inside or on leashes for up to five days. Most baits disappear within 24 hours; however, it is important raccoons have every opportunity to eat them. - Do not attempt to take bait away from your pet which may bite you. - Anyone handling baits should wear gloves. If baits are found in areas frequented by pets or children, toss them into deeper cover. Damaged baits can be disposed of in the trash. -If a person is exposed to the vaccine (liquid) within the bait, thoroughly wash any areas of the skin that came into contact with the vaccine with soap and water. Rabies is a viral disease that affects mammals, including people. It is almost always fatal. Rabies vaccine baiting operations are intended to immunize raccoons that are at greatest risk of being exposed to raccoon rabies coming into the state. This will then create an “immune barrier” along the Ohio state line that can prevent the spread of raccoon-rabies variant into the rest of the state. If you have any questions regarding the ORV bait drop please feel free to contact the Tuscarawas County Health Department at 330-343-5550 |
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2 More Locations Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Tuscarawas County Adding to the Ever-Growing List
The Tuscarawas County Health Department has been conducting trapping for the culex species of mosquito throughout the summer in Tuscarawas County. TCHD was notified on Thursday, August 16, 2018 that two additional pools of mosquitos tested positive for the W. Nile Virus. The locations of the traps that collected the positive pools are as followed:
Saint Peters Lutheran Church – 3640 Old Town Valley Road – York Township
Joyce Hill Road – York Township
On Friday, August 10, 2018 TCHD was notified that nine additional pools also tested positive for West Nile Virus. The locations of the traps that collected the positive pools are as followed:
Zoar School House - 254 4th Street Zoar, Ohio
Fort Laurens Museum - 11067 Fort Laurens Road Bolivar, Ohio
Bolivar Waterworks Park – Bolivar, Ohio
Bolivar Commons Pool - 10107 Hollingsworth Dr NE, Bolivar, Ohio
Residential Area on Indian Hills Drive NE - Bolivar, Ohio
Ridge Road Cemetery – 1152 Ridge Road NE, Sandy Township
Christian Chapel Church – 7439 Main Street NE Zoarville, Ohio
Residential Area on State Route 212 - Mineral City, Ohio
Residential Area on Raber Road - Dover, Ohio Fairfield Township
The Health Department has completed spraying at the above 9 locations and will re-spray in approximately two weeks.
The Health Department will be responding to the two additional positive pools according to Center for Disease Control Guidelines. Spraying within a two mile radius of the location of the positive pool will occur on more than one occasion, pending permission has been granted from township or municipality leaders. Spraying will begin on Monday, August 20 and continue throughout the following week. In the case of rain, high winds or cold temperatures spraying will be postponed. Persons with respiratory problems should take appropriate actions to remain indoors while spraying is occurring.
Residents are encouraged to follow the following guidelines from the Ohio Department of Health:
Help reduce mosquito breeding around your home. Get rid of potential mosquito breeding sites to help prevent mosquito-borne diseases.
Have all horses vaccinated against WNV. All horse owners should vaccinate their animals against West Nile Virus. Contact your vet to find out more information on this important vaccine.
Taking these steps will help protect against mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile Virus and Zika Virus.
For information on mosquitos control activities or for up-to-date mosquito-borne disease information, please visit us at www.tchdnow.org or call 330.343.5550.
The Tuscarawas County Health Department has been conducting trapping for the culex species of mosquito throughout the summer in Tuscarawas County. TCHD was notified on Thursday, August 16, 2018 that two additional pools of mosquitos tested positive for the W. Nile Virus. The locations of the traps that collected the positive pools are as followed:
Saint Peters Lutheran Church – 3640 Old Town Valley Road – York Township
Joyce Hill Road – York Township
On Friday, August 10, 2018 TCHD was notified that nine additional pools also tested positive for West Nile Virus. The locations of the traps that collected the positive pools are as followed:
Zoar School House - 254 4th Street Zoar, Ohio
Fort Laurens Museum - 11067 Fort Laurens Road Bolivar, Ohio
Bolivar Waterworks Park – Bolivar, Ohio
Bolivar Commons Pool - 10107 Hollingsworth Dr NE, Bolivar, Ohio
Residential Area on Indian Hills Drive NE - Bolivar, Ohio
Ridge Road Cemetery – 1152 Ridge Road NE, Sandy Township
Christian Chapel Church – 7439 Main Street NE Zoarville, Ohio
Residential Area on State Route 212 - Mineral City, Ohio
Residential Area on Raber Road - Dover, Ohio Fairfield Township
The Health Department has completed spraying at the above 9 locations and will re-spray in approximately two weeks.
The Health Department will be responding to the two additional positive pools according to Center for Disease Control Guidelines. Spraying within a two mile radius of the location of the positive pool will occur on more than one occasion, pending permission has been granted from township or municipality leaders. Spraying will begin on Monday, August 20 and continue throughout the following week. In the case of rain, high winds or cold temperatures spraying will be postponed. Persons with respiratory problems should take appropriate actions to remain indoors while spraying is occurring.
Residents are encouraged to follow the following guidelines from the Ohio Department of Health:
- Avoid mosquito bites. It is import to prioritize personal protection to prevent mosquito bites.
- Wear EPA-registered mosquito repellents whenever mosquitoes are present and follow label instructions.
- Wear long, loose, light-colored clothing.
- Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes outside.
Help reduce mosquito breeding around your home. Get rid of potential mosquito breeding sites to help prevent mosquito-borne diseases.
- Empty standing water from flowerpots, gutters, buckets, pool covers, pet water dishes, discarded tires, and birdbaths.\
- Consider using products containing Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti), available at many garden and home improvement stores, to control mosquito larvae in containers that are too large to empty. Follow the label instructions.
Have all horses vaccinated against WNV. All horse owners should vaccinate their animals against West Nile Virus. Contact your vet to find out more information on this important vaccine.
Taking these steps will help protect against mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile Virus and Zika Virus.
For information on mosquitos control activities or for up-to-date mosquito-borne disease information, please visit us at www.tchdnow.org or call 330.343.5550.
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TCHD to Implement Vivitrol Program
The Tuscarawas County Health Department is pleased to announce the initiation of a Vivitrol program. Vivitrol blocks the effects of opioid medication, including pain relief or feelings of well-being that can lead to opioid abuse. Vivitrol is used as part of a treatment program for drug or alcohol dependence. Vivitrol injection is also used to treat alcoholism by reducing a person’s urge to drink alcohol. This may help an individual drink less or stop drinking altogether. Vivitrol is not a cure for drug addiction or alcoholism and should be used in conjunction with addiction counseling. Vivitrol is typically covered by Medicaid and most private insurances. The program is designed as a four-phase program over 12 months. After completion of the initial four phases, the participant is in a twenty-four week aftercare or monitoring phase. The phases have standard guidelines of what needs to be accomplished to advance to the next phase. An individual’s progress is not preset on the outlined timelines. The program will officially launch in September but TCHD has a preset number of participants they will accept. If you are interested in enrolling or learning more about the program please contact (330) 343-5555 x164 or x170 or email director@tchdnow.org. |
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Special Lab Days!!!
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Mission Statement: The Tuscarawas County Health Department is dedicated to promoting healthy choices, preventing disease, protecting the environment for all persons who live, work and play in our community. Vision Statement: Tuscarawas County Health Department envisions a community where all dimensions of health and wellness are met and children and adults alike are provided with a clean and healthy environment. |
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Tuscarawas County General Health District Administration |
Tuscarawas County Board of Health Members
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Katie Seward MPH, CHES, CTTS; Health Commissioner
Daniel Blumer D.O.; Medical Director Andrea Dominick LPCC-S, LICDC; Director of Alcohol and Addiction Program; Director of Health Education & Grants Derrick Jenkins; LCDC III; Assistant Director of Alcohol and Addiction Program Caroline Terakedis RS; Director of Environmental Loretta Pinchek; Director of Medical Records Amy Kaser RN; Director of Nursing Valerie Wilson MS, RD, LD, CLC; Director of WIC |
Reginald Stockert, President
Jeri Middaugh, Vice-President Tweed Vorhees Andrea Fanti, Phd., Ed.D Michael Cochran Rebecca Mastin, RN Dr. Jose Martinez The Board of Health meets the second Wednesday of each month at 3:15pm at the Tuscarawas County Health Department, public welcome. |
Useful Websites
Tuscarawas County Health Department (TCHD) is located at 897 East Iron Avenue Dover, Ohio 44622
(330) 343-5555 or 1-800-860-8302
To report a public health emergency after hours please call (330) 343-5555 and listen to the prompts.
(330) 343-5555 or 1-800-860-8302
To report a public health emergency after hours please call (330) 343-5555 and listen to the prompts.