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West Nile Virus activities for 2008

ECHD will begin West Nile Virus Surveillance for 2008 on May 1, 2008. Begining that date residents may contact the health district if they find a dead bird. Once again this year, we will accept reports of any dead bird but can only forward dead crows or blue jays to the state for testing. We anticipate beginning to collect mosquitoes in early June.

Food Product Recalls

ECHD receives notifications regarding food products recalled due to the potential to cause illness. Residents should check their freezers, refrigerators or cabinets for these items when a recall is issued.

Click here for a listing of recalled products

Welcome

With the beginnings of a new year, most of us try to set at least one goal to be accomplished throughout the year. Let 2008 be the year to lead a healthier lifestyle. Steps to take include:

Stop smoking

Exercise

Eat more fruits and vegetables

Maintain a healthy weight

Get plenty of sleep

Recycle

Learn more about personal health issues

Here's wishing 2008 to be a happy and HEALTHY year for all Elyria residents. Keeping with the theme of a healthy new year, a consortium of agencies have developed Ohio's Physical Activity Plan: A statewide plan of action to address the epidemic of physical inactivity. This plan was introduced at the 2008 Healthy Lifestyle Summit in Dayton on February 13th. Click here to read an executive summary of the plan.

The Elyria City Health District exists to promote the optimum health of the citizens of Elyria.

A range of services is provided by our staff, which includes a physician, pediatric nurse practitioner, public health nurses, registered dietitian, registered dental hygienist, licensed social workers, and registered sanitarians.