CDC Measles Notice - Traveler's Health

Posted 03/14/24

CDC Traveler’s Health Global Measles Notice (03/13/24) Level 1 - Practice Usual Precautions   Map: Countries in the world with reported measles outbreaks  (see larger map) What is measles? Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air by direct contact with infectious droplets or by airborne spread when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. The measles virus can live for up to two hours in an airspace after an infected person ...

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Public Comment - WOCHD Environmental Fees for Permit and Fees for Service

Posted 03/13/24

PUBLIC COMMENT NOTICE: The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health, during the March 12, 2024 regular Board of Health Meeting, approved a revision to the Fees for Permit and Fees for Environmental Services to be effective July 1, 2024.  This rule is open for public comment. All public comments must be received by April 16,2024 by 4:30pm. Public comments can be submitted to: Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Administrator 1500 Chapline Street, Suite 106 Wheeling, WV 26003. The Wheeling...

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Wastewater Disease Report - 3/7/24

Posted 03/07/24

03/07/24 - The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of Influenza A & B and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are elevated (HIGH) in the local community as well as nationally.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include COVID.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Norovirus and Rotavirus (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. Also identified is Candida auris (C.auris), which is a type o...

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Food Handler Training Requirements - Ohio County

Posted 03/04/24

Food Handler Training/Cards – Ohio County Foodborne illnesses are largely preventable and food handling safety risks are more common than people think.  In order to make sure that our citizens don’t become a statistic, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department requires that ALL FOOD HANDLERS and MANAGERS complete a course in food safety and maintain a valid and current Food Handler Card. All permitted food service establishment personnel engaged in food handling activities must have...

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March 2024 Clinics and Program - WOCHD

Posted 02/29/24

March 2024 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure t...

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WV Spring Fire Season, Burning Restrictions Return March 1

Posted 02/29/24

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The start of West Virginia’s annual spring fire season on Friday, March 1 marks the return of burning restrictions. The West Virginia Division of Forestry (WV DOF) reminds residents to confine their outdoor burning to the hours of 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. according to the West Virginia State Code Chapter 20-3-5. Fires set during that time must be put out before 7 a.m. “Since January 1 we have responded to 95 fires that have burned approximately 389.1 acres, ” said Sta...

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WOCHD February 2024 Clinics and Program Schedule

Posted 02/02/24

February 2024 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposur...

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Swimming Pool Information

Posted 02/01/24

Recreational Water Facilities – Ohio County Recreational Water Facilities are permitted and inspected by the Local Health Department in each county.  In Ohio County, there are over 30 permitted and inspected recreational water facilities.  If you have any questions about the Rule or permit requirements, please contact our department. A Recreational Water Facility is defined as: A body of water, under the control of a person, that has been modified, improved, constructed or installed...

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Ohio County Solid Waste Authority 2024 Spring Clean-up Schedule

Posted 01/30/24

2024 Spring Clean –Up Sponsored by the Ohio County Solid Waste Authority Wednesday 3/22 - Warwood Garden Park Friday 3/23 - Valley Grove:  Community Center Friday 4/5 - South Wheeling:  Former Valley Concrete Saturday 4/6 - West Liberty Christian Church Wednesday 4/10 - Bethlehem Ballfield Friday 4/12 - Fulton:  Former Dog Pound Saturday 4/19 - East Wheeling:  Former Penn Whg Closure Friday 4/26 - Pleasanton Playground Saturday 4/27 - Triadelphia:  Liberty ...

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2024 Sport Fishing - New Change to the 2023 West Virginia Fish Consumption Advisories

Posted 01/17/24

1/16/2024 The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) has updated the West Virginia Sport Fish Consumption Advisory for 2024. The 2024 advisory updates are the result of reviewing the recent data of fish tissues and re-analysis of historical data. The current West Virginia Sport Fish Consumption Advisory can be reviewed at https://oehs.wvdhhr.org/fish. DH partners with the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) to d...

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National Radion Action Month

Posted 01/11/24

West Virginia Department of Health Urges Residents to Test for Radon during National Radon Action Month 1/9/2024 As part of National Radon Action Month, the West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is encouraging West Virginians to test their home or workplace for radon. Governor Jim Justice also proclaimed January as National Radon Action Month in West Virginia. “Radon is a problem you can’t see, taste, or smell, but that doesn’t mean the poisonous gas isn’t there,” said Dr. Ma...

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2024 Certified Food Protection Manager Trainings

Posted 01/02/24

CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER (CFPM) TRAININGS. West Virginia Northern Community College will offer CFPM certification training. This training will be required as part of the 2013 US Food Code, which requires all food establishments in Ohio County, to maintain employment of a person who has successfully completed a CFPM Exam. Call WVNCC (304) 214-8968 or visit https://wvncc.coursestorm.com for more information. VOLUNTEER FOOD SERVICE WORKER’S PERMIT CARDS are issued. ServSafe Trai...

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WOCHD January 2024 Clinics and Programs

Posted 01/02/24

January 2024 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure to TB...

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Wastewater Disease Report - 01/02/24

Posted 01/02/24

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are elevated (HIGH) in the local community as well as nationally.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Influenza A & B and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Norovirus, Rotavirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. These specific disease...

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Wastewater Disease Report 12/28/23

Posted 12/28/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are elevated (HIGH) in the local community as well as nationally.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Influenza A and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Norovirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. These specific diseases and their identif...

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2024 Christmas Holiday Schedule

Posted 12/21/23

The WOCHD office and WIC offices of Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall and Paden City will be closed on the following days: Thursday 12/21/23 9:00am-2:00pm office closed for Staff Training at WOCHD office in Wheeling 2:00-4:30 open Friday 12/22/23 Monday 12/25/23 Tuesday 12/26/23 Friday 12/29/23 Monday 1/1/24

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Wastewater Disease Report 12/19/23

Posted 12/19/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are elevated (HIGH) in the local community.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Influenza A and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Rotavirus, Norovirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. These specific diseases and their identification as ...

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Wastewater Disease Report - 12/12/23

Posted 12/12/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 are elevated (HIGH) in the local community.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), Influenza and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Rotavirus, Norovirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. These specific diseases and their identification as eleva...

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December 2023 Clinics and Programs - WOCHD

Posted 12/01/23

December 1, 2023 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing ...

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Wastewater Disease Report - 11/30/23

Posted 11/30/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 are elevated (Medium) in the local community.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), Influenza and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Rotavirus, Norovirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. These specific diseases and their identification as ele...

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2024 Vaccination Schdules for Childern and Adults - CDC

Posted 11/22/23

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Offices Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday 2023

Posted 11/22/23

All offices of the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, including WIC offices in Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall and Tyler counties will be closed on 11/22/23 (at 12:30pm), 11/23/23 & 11/24/23.  All offices will reopen on 11/27/23.

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Wastewater Disease Report - 11/20/23

Posted 11/20/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 are HIGH in the local community.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Influenza and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Norovirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County.  Rotavirus is low. Full Report attached.

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Wastwater Disease Report - 11/6/23

Posted 11/09/23

November 9, 2023 The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 are low in the local community.  A local and national downward trend is being reported.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Influenza and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County.  Rotavirus and Norovirus is reporting as low. These...

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2024 Food School and Training Programs Set

Posted 11/01/23

FOOD HANDLERS CLASSES are for those working with food and food service. The health department requires all food service workers to have a current food handler card, issued by the health department. This course is required for all Ohio County employees that handle food and/or wash dishes. The purpose of this course is to reduce food borne illness and teach sanitary food practices. The course covers proper food handling practices that are required under the 2013 FDA Food Code. Employ...

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WOCHD November 2023 Clinics and Programs

Posted 10/31/23

November 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposur...

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Wastewater Disease Report 10/25/23

Posted 10/25/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 remain elevated in the local community.  A local and national upward trend is being reported.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Norovirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County.  Rotavirus is low. These specific diseases and their identificati...

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Wastewater Disease Report - 10/17/23

Posted 10/17/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 remain elevated in the local community.  A local and national downward trend is being reported.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Norovirus, Rotavirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. Hepatitis A was...

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COVID-19 Levels Remain Elevated in Ohio County

Posted 10/13/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reporting that levels of COVID-19 remain elevated in the local community.  Other respiratory issues that are circulating at an elevated level include RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and Parainfluenza.  The health department is also reporting that levels of Norovirus, Rotavirus and Human Adenovirus Group F (all gastrointestinal pathogens) are also elevated for Ohio County. These specific diseases and their identification as elevated in the Ohio...

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Shingles Vaccine Available at the WOCHD

Posted 10/06/23

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is providing the shingles vaccine (Shingrix) free of charge for a limited time to people (West Virginia resident) age 60 and older that are uninsured and under-insured. West Virginia residents who are underinsured and have insurance (Medicaid or Medicare) that does not cover Shingles vaccine or have private insurance with no vaccine coverage are eligible for this vaccine. The free vaccine offer is made possible by the West Virginia Department of H...

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WOCHD October 2023 Clinics and Programs

Posted 10/04/23

Press Release For Immediate Release                                                                                              October 4, 2023 Contact:          Howard Gamble, MPH, LHA, Administrator, Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Phone:             (304) 234-3682   October 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   ...

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Update WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccine - Moderna

Posted 09/27/23

Updated September 27, 2023 The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has received a limited supply of MODERNA 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine for children 6 months-11 years and childern/adults 12 years +.  This is a limited supply of the updated COVID-19 vaccine that will be reserved for the following eligible population: Ages 6 months to 18 years who qualify for the Vaccines for Children Program (contact the WOCHD for eligibility and referral options). Adults who are uninsured or underi...

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Update WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccine - PFIZER

Posted 09/25/23

Updated September 25, 2023 The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has received a limited supply of PFIZER 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11 years and 12-18 years.  This is a limited supply of the updated COVID-19 vaccine that will be reserved for the following eligible population: Ages 5 to 18 years who qualify for the Vaccines for Children Program Contact the WOCHD for eligibility and referral options. 5 years - 11 years PFIZER If you… You need… When y...

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2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Posted 09/25/23

Updated September 25, 2023 Get COVID-19 vaccines at pharmacies, from your health care provider, or visit www.vaccines.gov, to find a COVID-19 vaccine location near you. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that children down to 6 months of age get an updated COVID-19 Vaccine (2023 - 2024 Formula) to provide protection during the Fall and Winter months. Children under 6 months of age are currently not authorized for any COVID-19 doses. Children ages 6 months...

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HAND FOOT & MOUTH DISEASE HEALTH NOTICE

Posted 09/21/23

Thursday, September 21, 2023 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Seeing Increase in Cases of Virus WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is issuing a notice to the community concerning a common virus known as Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD). The health department has been notified by area schools and other healthcare providers of an increase in the number of cases in the community. The virus is not a required reportable disease in West Virginia unless part o...

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Narcan and Harm Reduction Programs - September 2023

Posted 09/01/23

Save a Life Day 2023 is schedule for September 14th from Noon-4pm on 18th Street in East Wheeling (near Catholic Charities Neighborhood Center). Free event, free Narcan Distribution.  Event is a drive-through set up and will provide training on how to use Narcan, 2 doses of Narcan, and resource information.  NO ID REQUIRED. FREE. Harm Reduction Summit, Thursday September 21 from 8:45am to 4:30pm at Wilson Lodge/Oglebay.  This is a training conference and will provide information on Harm R...

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September WOCHD Schedule

Posted 08/31/23

September 2023 Clinics & Programs CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure to TB.  Appointments are not necessary. CO...

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August Programs and Clinics at the WOCHD

Posted 08/11/23

August 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/Youth IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure ...

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FREE Narcan from the WOCHD

Posted 08/01/23

Naloxone HCL (Narcan) is a medication that reverses the effects of an opioid overdose, a result of consuming or using one or more opioid-related drugs.  In order for those struggling with substance abuse to receive help, they need to stay alive. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department provides FREE naloxone distribution and training to any individual, groups or organization that are interested. If interested in naloxone or naloxone training, call 304-234-3682. Naloxone is also available at N...

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DHHR Reminds Parents of West Virginia Immunization Requirements for Back-to-School

Posted 07/31/23

DHHR Reminds Parents of West Virginia Immunization Requirements for Back-to-School 7/31/2023 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reminds parents of West Virginia students of the importance of remaining up to date with vaccinations as the back-to-school season approaches. Children who are current with their vaccinations will automatically meet school immunization requirements. All children entering school in West Virginia for the first time in grades K-12 must s...

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Malaria Is Spreading in the US for the First Time in 20 Years

Posted 07/26/23

Malaria Is Spreading in the US for the First Time in 20 Years Lisa O'Mary, June 27, 2023 (WebMD) The first cases since at least 2003 of people getting malaria from a mosquito bite within the U.S. have occurred in Florida and Texas, the CDC says. The federal health agency issued a nationwide warning on Monday to health providers and officials to be on the lookout for symptoms of the potentially fatal illness. Usually, people in the U.S. who get malaria get the diseas...

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2023 Ohio County Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Posted 07/06/23

The Ohio County Solid Waste Authority will hold a Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 9am to 3pm.  The collection will be held at the empty lot between Hobby Lobby & Cabela's (Follow signs at the traffic light turning between Primanti Bros. & Quaker Steak) Accepted items include: Pesticides, Transmission Fluids, Varnish, Stains, Oil Based Paints, Paint Thinner, Swimming Pool Chemicals, Rug Cleaner, Turpentine, Antifreeze, Gasoline, Kerosene, Ligh...

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July 2023 Clinics and Programs - WOCHD

Posted 07/05/23

July 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/Youth IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure to...

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Raccoon Feeding results in Restraining Order - Ohio County

Posted 06/30/23

June 30, 2023 The Ohio County Prosecutor’s Office, Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Shawn R. Turak on behalf of the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department announces: One June 27, 2023, a civil action was filed in the Ohio County Circuit Court seeking an injunction to abate and prevent a public health nuisance.  The lawsuit is filed against Arvindi and Bharati Patel, alleging that they have engaged in ground feeding of wildlife, particularly racoons, creating a public health nuisanc...

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WVDEP and DHHR issue statewide air quality advisory for 6/29/23

Posted 06/29/23

Air Quality Update - WVDEP, DHHR statewide air quality advisory remains in effect 6/29/2023 Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's (WVDEP) Division of Air Quality and the state Department of Health and Human Resources' (DHHR) Bureau for Public Health's (BPH) statewide Air Quality Advisory for fine particulate matter issued Wednesday remains in effect as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to impact air quality. According to AirNow.gov, Air ...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Encourages Precautions Amid Unhealthy Air Quality

Posted 06/28/23

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Encourages Precautions Amid Unhealthy Air Quality 6/28/23 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county and state public health agencies are encouraging individuals to be aware of possible health effects, as smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing poor air quality in the Ohio Valley. Certain groups of people are at higher risk, such as those with chronic heart or lung disease, children, the elderly, and pregnant women. Please take precau...

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Overdose Alert for Wheeling Area

Posted 06/16/23

Wheeling Police Department Crime Analysis has identified a possible overdose trend/spike for the Wheeling area in the next 48- 96 hours. Narcan is available at County Health Department between 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday, phone (304) 234-3682.

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WOCHD June 2023 Clinics and Programs

Posted 06/01/23

June 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/Youth IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure to...

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Ohio County 2023 Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinics

Posted 06/01/23

WHEELING, WV – The Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics will begin on July 5, 2023 and will continue to July 14th. The clinics, sponsored by the Ohio County Animal Control & the Ohio County Commission, are for the vaccination of family pets. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges all Ohio County pet owners to take advantage of this low cost clinic and get their family pet vaccinated against rabies. Clinics are operated from 5:00pm -7:00pm and all animals must be on a leash o...

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Overdose Alert - Wheeling Area

Posted 05/30/23

Wheeling Police Department Crime Analysis: Possible overdose trend / spike in the Wheeling area in the next 48- 96 hours. Narcan available at Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department between 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Phone (304) 234-3682.

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Changes for health department issued Mobile Food and Mobile Retail Food permits. 

Posted 05/18/23

Changes for health department issued Mobile Food and Mobile Retail Food permits. Earlier this year the West Virginia Legislature passed HB3092 which allows for in-state food service permits for mobile food/mobile retail establishments (Food Trucks).  This new permit process will begin June 7, 2023. The health department will now issue three types of Mobile Food and/or Mobile Retail permits depending on the applicant’s status. In-State Vendor County of Residence Mobile Food/Mobile Ret...

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May 2023 WOCHD Program Calendar

Posted 05/04/23

May 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure to ...

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COVID-19 Vaccine Updates

Posted 04/24/23

Following FDA regulatory action, CDC has taken steps to simplify COVID-19 vaccine recommendations and allow more flexibility for people at higher risk who want the option of added protection from additional COVID-19 vaccine doses. CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met today to discuss these COVID-19 vaccine recommendation changes, and the associated implications and implementation. Although there was no vote at this meeting, ACIP members expressed their support for...

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Position Openings at WOCHD and WOCHD-WIC Program

Posted 04/13/23

Accounting Technician 3 - Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Nutritionist 1 - WIC Program Health & Human Services Aide - WIC Program Nutritionist 2 - WIC Program All interested candidates need to meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the West Virginia Division of Personnel, Classification Specification for each position. Other requirements and applications may be found at http://www.personnel.wv.gov .  The positions are classified civil service, includes health benefi...

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WV WIC Informs of Updated Federal Poverty Guidelines

Posted 04/11/23

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health, Office of Nutrition Services today announced updated U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) income eligibility guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The new guidelines indicate a family of four can earn $55,500 and qualify for WIC benefits, an increase of $4,162 from 2022. These guidelines are adjusted for recent inflation over the past year. ...

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WOCHD April 2023 Clinics and Program Calendar

Posted 04/03/23

April 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/Youth IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure t...

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Position Opening - WOCHD Accounting Technician 3

Posted 03/17/23

Accounting Technician 3 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department The WOCHD is seeking an individual to fill the position of Accounting Technician 3.  This position requires accurate financial record keeping, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable.  The position is to keep and maintain local, state and federal grants and accounts in accordance with grant guidelines.  Prepare financial reports as needed.  Assist with the department’s financial program.  Assist with new or departing/...

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Environmental Internship Announcement

Posted 03/15/23

Environmental Internship Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department The WOCHD is seeking an individual to fill the position of Summer Environmental Intern.  Individual/student will work with the environmental health and threat preparedness programs.  Individual will work on several projects including tick and mosquito collection, weed and trash complaint investigations, trainings, office work and other activities.  Public contact and local travel are required.  Must have valid driver’s l...

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March 2023 WOCHD Clinics and Programs Calendar

Posted 02/27/23

March 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County  Health Department  CHILDHOOD/Youth IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure to ...

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2023 Ohio County Solid Waste Authority Spring Clean Up - Dates and Locations

Posted 02/16/23

2023 Spring Clean –Up Sponsored by the Ohio County Solid Waste Authority Wednesday 3/22 - Warwood Garden Park Friday 3/24 - Wheeling Island Belle Isle Friday 3/31 - South Wheeling Saturday 4/1 - Valley Grove Wednesday 4/5 - Bethlehem Ballfield Friday 4/14 - Old Wheeling Dog Pound (industrial Drive & Peninsula Street) Saturday 4/15 - West Liberty Christian Church Friday 4/21 - East Wheeling Saturday 4/29 - Clearview Community Center Friday 5/5 - Pleasanton...

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Former County Health Officer Thomas L. Thomas, MD

Posted 02/16/23

Ohio County's longest serving Health Officer passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023.  Dr. Thomas served as the Ohio County Health Officer from 1957 - 1998.  He is credited as helping to establish the county's first Clean Indoor Air Regulation in 1996.  Dr. Thomas was also instrumental in getting federal funds to help with the construction of the current City/County Building and health department.  Dr. Thomas was a member of the West Virginia Public Health Association Hall of Fame. THOMA...

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WOCHD Now Offering Free Rapid HIV Testing

Posted 02/09/23

Along with Venipuncture Blood Draw HIV Testing, the WOCHD now offers Rapid HIV Testing (OraQuick HIV).  For information on STD & HIV Testing at the WOCHD or to make an appointment call 304-234-3682. STD & HIV TESTING CLINIC – Free and confidential testing available on a regular basis.  Call for an appointment (304) 234-3682.  STD is free of charge regardless of income or insurance status. Free treatment or referrals, depending on the STD, are available.  An appointment is requir...

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Free Narcan and Training - WOCHD

Posted 02/08/23

Naloxone (Narcan) Community Opioid Overdose Trainings – Call (304) 234-3682 for training or for supplies.  The Health Department is offering life-saving Naloxone (Narcan) training for residents. When administered correctly, the nasal spray Narcan restores breathing that has been dangerously slowed by an overdose of heroin or prescription painkillers. Narcan works within a minute or two and gives emergency responders time to get the person to a hospital. Residents who participate in the traini...

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WV WIC Announces Infant Formula Changes

Posted 01/31/23

WV WIC Announces Infant Formula Changes 1/31/2023 West Virginia’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WV WIC) within the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources’ Bureau for Public Health today announced WV WIC will return to offering Similac products only, effective March 1, 2023. WV WIC will continue to allow larger sized cans of Similac products to be purchased through April 30, 2023. In March 2022, WV WIC expanded allowable sizes, br...

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WOCHD February 2023 Clinics and Programs

Posted 01/30/23

February 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations. Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682. PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am. PPD skin testing for exposure to TB. Appointment...

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2023 CPR/AED Training Classes

Posted 01/17/23

2023 CPR/AED Training Classes The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department along with the Wheeling-Ohio County Office of Homeland Security will be conducting a CPR/AED Training class on the 2nd Thursday of each month beginning in February 2023.  CPR training will teach participants to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants, children, and adults.  Instruction will also be given on how to recognize emergencies and actions to take.  The training will also cover the ...

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January 2023 Clinic and Program Calendar

Posted 01/03/23

January 2023 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department CHILDHOOD/Youth IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposure to TB...

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2022 Holiday Schedule - WOCHD

Posted 12/19/22

The WOCHD office and WIC offices of Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall and Paden City will be closed on the following days: Friday 12/23/22 (open 8:30am to 12noon) Monday 12/26/22 Tuesday 12/27/22 Friday 12/20/22 (open 8:30am to 12noon) Monday 1/2/23 The health department will be closed on 12/22/22 for a staff training.

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CDC Expands Omicron COVID-19 Vaccines to Include Children Ages 6 Months through 5 Years

Posted 12/13/22

New bivalent COVID-19 vaccines, also referred to as “updated COVID-19 boosters” or "Omicron boosters" are available for individuals ages 6 months and up. Everyone 6 months and older is recommended to get an updated bivalent vaccine dose, if eligible. COVID-19 Vaccines for Children The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is now providing COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 6 months and older. Vaccines for children are smaller doses and are specially formulated for kids. Under ...

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WOCHD Needle Exchange Program Re-Started

Posted 12/01/22

NEEDLE EXCHANGE PROGRAM  Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department 1500 Chapline Street, Suite 106, Wheeling, WV, 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday on a walk-in basis.   Northwood Health Systems 111 19th St, Wheeling, WV, Friday 1:00-4:30pm on a walk-in basis. WOCHD Project HOPE Mobile Health Clinic, Saturday 8:30-12noon around Wheeling’s homeless encampments, shelters and gathering areas.  Needle Exchange Program provides a way for those individuals who are an injecting drug user (...

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December 2022 WOCHD Clinics and Programs

Posted 12/01/22

December 2022 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays 1:30pm for administration of test and follow up reading on Thursday 9:00am.  PPD skin testing for exposur...

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WOCHD November 2022 Clinics & Programs Calendar

Posted 11/07/22

November 2022 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   CHILDHOOD/YOUTH IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:30pm.  All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood COVID-19 vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:30pm.  PPD skin testing for exposure to TB.  Appointments are not necessary...

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Updated Eligibility Criteria for Monkeypox Vaccine 10/21/22

Posted 10/21/22

Statewide vaccination programs have shown to be effective at mitigating the transmission of monkeypox. Preliminary data from 32 states showing eligible, high-risk populations who did not receive vaccination for monkeypox were 14 times as likely to contract the disease than those who were vaccinated. These vaccine performance estimates will be posted monthly by the Centers Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In response a decline in cases due to vaccination, immunity from infection and chang...

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CDC Expands Omicron COVID-19 Booster to Include Children Ages 5-11

Posted 10/14/22

On October 12, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended use of the COVID-19 Omicron updated boosters (i.e., bivalent boosters) from Pfizer-BioNTech for people ages 5-11 years and from Moderna for people ages 6-11 years and 12-17 years. Updated COVID-19 boosters add Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 spike protein components to the original COVID-19 vaccine composition. This helps the imm...

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COVID-19 Vaccinations at Family Service Vendor Fair

Posted 10/07/22

Family Service-Upper Ohio Valley Vendor and Information Fair October 12, 2022 10 AM to 2 PM Free and Open to the Public COVID Boosters Giveaways Information regarding Services 2200 Main Street, Wheeling WV For More information call 304-233-2350x 105

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Rx Take Back Day - Wheeling

Posted 10/06/22

Rx Take Back Day will occur on October 29, 2022 from 10am to 2pm at: Elm Grove Pharmacy - 102 E. Bethlehem Blvd Kroger - 200 Mount De Chantal Road Drop all unused, unwanted, or expired medications for safe disposal.  Keep them out of the hands of youth.  Environmentally friendly to water supply.  Lower substance abuse in Ohio County. Event is supported by YSS, CardinalHealth, Impact Coalition, Wheeling Police Department, Ohio County Sherriff's Office and the City of Wheeling....

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WV WIC Announces Increase in Cash-Value Benefits

Posted 10/05/22

WV WIC Announces Increase in Cash-Value Benefits 10/5/2022 West Virginia’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WV WIC), within the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources’ Bureau for Public Health, announced a monthly increase in Cash-Value Benefits (CVB) for WV WIC participants. The increase is funded to states by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service through a federal continuing resolution. Ef...

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WOCHD Office Closure - September 22

Posted 09/19/22

The WOCHD will be closed on September 22 to allow staff to attend a statewide training at Oglebay.  For public health emergencies call (304) 830-0420.

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Free Shingles Vaccine - WV Residents 60yrs and Older

Posted 09/15/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is providing the shingles vaccine (Shingrix) free of charge for a limited time to people (West Virginia resident) age 60 and older that are uninsured and under-insured. West Virginia residents who are underinsured and have insurance (Medicaid or Medicare) that does not cover Shingles vaccine or have private insurance with no vaccine coverage are eligible for this vaccine. The free vaccine offer is made possible by the West Virginia Department of H...

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PFIZER and MODERNA Omicron Booster Now Avaiable

Posted 09/12/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE         SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 (9:30am)   New Bivalent “Omicron Booster” Vaccine Added to COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics – WOCHD PFIZER and MODERNA Omicron Booster Available Starting September 12, 2022, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will offer the Omicron COVID-19 Booster vaccination (Pfizer only).  Effective September 13th the Moderna Omicron Booster will be available. The PFIZER-BioNTech ...

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Omicron Booster (PFIZER Bivalent) Available

Posted 09/09/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE         SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 (1:30pm)   New Bivalent “Omicron Booster” Vaccine Added to COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics - WOCHD Starting September 12, 2022, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will offer the Omicron COVID-19 Booster vaccination. Currently only the PFIZER-BioNTech COVID-19 Omicron (Bivalent) Booster is available.  The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Omicron (Bivalent) Booster is authorized fo...

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CDC Recommends Omicron COVID-19 Booster

Posted 09/06/22

On September 1, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendations for use of the COVID-19 Omicron updated boosters (i.e., bivalent boosters) from Pfizer-BioNTech for people ages 12 years and older and from Moderna for people ages 18 years and older. Updated COVID-19 boosters add Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 spike protein components to the original COVID-19 vaccine composition. This helps the immune system re...

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WOCHD Offering Limited Monkeypox Vaccinations

Posted 08/25/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE         August 25, 2022 (12:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Announces Limited Access to Monkeypox Vaccine The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has announced limited access to the monkeypox vaccine, JYNNEOS, through the department’s Immunization Program.  This announcement is in conjunction with the health departments in Hancock, Brooke, Marshall, Wetzel and Tyler counties in West Virginia. ...

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Positive Rabies Case Report in Ohio County-WOCHD

Posted 08/23/22

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Reports Positive Rabies Case WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is warning people to avoid contact with any wild animals including bats and raccoons after a bat tested positive for rabies. A bat in the Valley View Ave area of Wheeling was collected by the health department on August 22, 2022 and tested positive for rabies on August 23, 2022. The bat did not have any human or domestic animal encounter but was noticeably sick. ...

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WOCHD - VFC Provider

Posted 08/23/22

VACCINES FOR CHILDREN (VFC) PROGRAM The Vaccines for Children (VFC) program helps provide vaccines to all West Virginia children whose parents or guardians may not be able to afford them. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of getting their recommended vaccinations on schedule. These vaccines protect babies, young children, and adolescents from 16 diseases. Vaccines available through the VFC program are those recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practi...

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Biden-Harris Administration Bolsters Monkeypox Response; HHS Secretary Becerra Declares Public Health Emergency

Posted 08/05/22

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra announced today (August 4, 2022) that he will declare the ongoing spread of monkeypox virus in the United States a Public Health Emergency (PHE). This action will further strengthen and accelerate the Biden-Harris Administration’s response in recognition of the continued rapid transmission of monkeypox in the U.S. and globally, and to signal the seriousness and urgency with which the Administration is responding. The announ...

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Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available at the WOCHD

Posted 07/27/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department now offers Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 18 years and older.  COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics are held daily from 9-11am and 1-3pm at the county health department.  The department offers all available and approved COVID-19 vaccinations. On July 19, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendation that the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine be used as a primary-s...

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Annual Oral Rabies Vaccination Bait Drop set to start August 5th

Posted 07/25/22

The West Virginia Oral Rabies Vaccination (ORV) “bait drop” is set to begin on or about August 24, 2022 and run through August 31, 2022 dependent on weather. An early bait drop (to be flown by helicopter) will occur along a small section the Ohio River in the northern panhandle on August 5-8, 2022. As in previous years baits will be distributed aerially from low flying aircraft, and from the ground via USDA trucks in more urban areas that cannot be baited from the air. Rabies is a serious...

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First Probable Case of Monkeypox in West Virginia - WVDHHR

Posted 07/11/22

 7/8/2022 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) has identified the first probable case of monkeypox in a resident of Berkeley County. Out of respect for patient privacy, no additional information will be released. The United States is currently experiencing a monkeypox outbreak with over 600 cases confirmed nationwide, and there will likely be additional cases in West Virginia in the weeks ahead. DHHR’s Office Laboratory Services conducted the initia...

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Temporary Food Service Requirements - WOCHD

Posted 06/22/22

Any temporary food service offered to the public, whether offered for a price or free of charge, requires a permit from the health department. Most notably, this includes food booths at fairs, festivals, celebrations, exhibitions, carnivals, and other community gatherings. (Note that large events may also require a mass gathering permit from the health department.) Food-service vehicles (Food Trucks), including rental beverage trailers, must meet health standards for temporary event operations a...

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New COVID-19 Vaccine Added to WOCHD Clinics

Posted 06/22/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE         June 22, 2022 (9:00am)   New Vaccine Added to COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics - WOCHD Starting June 23, 2022 the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will offer two new COVID-19 Vaccines for young children (6 months through 5 years of age): Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in individuals 6 months through 4 years of age (3-dose primary series) Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in individuals 6 months through 5 yea...

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WOCHD to Re-Open Following Summer Storm

Posted 06/15/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has been closed since Tuesday June 14th due the the recent summer storm. The City/County Building has been without power and was closed to the public. The health department will re-open on Thursday, June 16th at 8:30am for all services. Internet and phone services may take a while to come back on line for the office, building and city....

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June 15th Food Handlers Class Cancelled

Posted 06/15/22

The Food Handlers Class, schedule today (June 15th at 4pm) at the Wheeling Park - White Palace, has been cancelled. We will reschedule this school at a later time or you can call in tomorrow and schedule for the June 23rd class.

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Help Wanted - WOCHD Project HOPE

Posted 06/09/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is seeking an individual to fill an exempt position in the Project HOPE program. Project HOPE Coordinator:  Assist with planning activities for Project HOPE including scheduling staff and volunteers, planning clinics and follow up appointments, record keeping, promotion of Project HOPE program, representative in meetings and events and other activities. Must have a driver's license and may drive a mobile medical unit and other health de...

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INTERRUPTION OF THE WATER SERVICE - Wheeling Island

Posted 06/09/22

INTERRUPTION OF THE WATER SERVICE Wheeling Island area Monday, June 13, 2022 Beginning at 8 AM to be shut off until approximately 5 PM. There will be an interruption of the water service due to the installation of a new water main. After service is restored, there will be a 48-hour boil order in effect. The following addresses will be affected by probable loss of water or loss of water pressure: 143 Virginia St, 17-123 S Wabash St, 5 Delaware St, and 105 ½ S Huron St...

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Free At Home COVID-19 Test Kits - WOCHD

Posted 06/02/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering West Virginia residents free, rapid, at-home COVID-19 test kits for a limited time. The QuickVue at home rapid COVID-19 tests are available at the county health department, limit 2 per person.  When picking up test kits, make sure you have no COVID-19 symptoms, or recently tested positive for COVID-19.  The office hours for the county health department are 8:30am to 4:30pm. No testing is conducted at the county health department offi...

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2022 Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics

Posted 06/02/22

WHEELING, WV – The Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics will begin on July 5, 2022 and will continue to July 14th. The clinics, sponsored by the Ohio County Animal Control & the Ohio County Commission, are for the vaccination of family pets. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges all Ohio County pet owners to take advantage of this low cost clinic and get their family pet vaccinated against rabies. Clinics are operated from 5:00pm -7:00pm and all animals must be on a leash o...

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COVID-19 Press Release - Free Testing to End June 1, 2022

Posted 05/26/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          May 26, 2022    The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will end the free COVID-19 testing clinic starting June 1, 2022.  The testing clinic was located at the old OVMC (former VPC South parking lot). Free COVID-19 testing will be offered May 27 and May 31 at the OVMC site. This change in testing is part of a statewide change in state supported free testing.  The availability of at home testi...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics - 5-11yr olds Booster Vaccination

Posted 05/23/22

COVID Vaccination Clinics - WOCHD Second COVID vaccine boosters are available for individuals 50 years old and up if it's been at least four months since the first booster. CDC is also recommending a COVID-19 booster for children 5 to 11 years of age who have gone five (5) months after their initial two short series . In addition, CDC recommends that everyone 12 years and old who are immunocompromised should receive a second booster at least four months after their first booster. Separate...

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WV HEALTH ADVISORY #196 CDC Recommends COVID-19 Booster for Children 5 to 11 Years and Strengthens Recommendations

Posted 05/20/22

Below is a health advisory recommending a COVID-19 booster for children 5 to 11 years and a strengthened recommendation for a 2nd booster for individuals 12 years and older who are immunocompromised and for individuals 50 years and older.  On May 19, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendation that children 5 to 11 years old should receive a COVID-19 booster five months after their initial Pfizer-B...

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CDC HAN Advisory on Monkeypox - May 20, 2022

Posted 05/20/22

Monkeypox Virus Infection in the United States and Other Non-endemic Countries—2022 Distributed via the CDC Health Alert Network May 20, 2022, 11:30 AM ET CDCHAN-00466 Summary The Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating a confirmed case of monkeypox in the United States. On May 17, 2022, skin lesions that had several features suspicious for monkeypox—firm, well circumscri...

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Health Department International Travel Vaccination Clinic

Posted 05/19/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department's Travel Vaccination Clinic offers vaccinations to assist travelers during international travel. The Travel Vaccination Clinic is the only locally designated CDC Yellow Fever Vaccination Center in the Ohio Valley area.  Although most travel vaccines are ordered per traveler, the health department stocks some vaccines throughout the year.  The health department also receives updates about the health climate worldwide from the World Health Organization ...

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Health Department Issued Health Permits

Posted 05/19/22

Twice a year health department issued permits come up for renewal. July and January.  Facilities such as Child Care Centers, Public Pools, Mobile Home Communities Sewage Cleaning trucks and Tattoo/Body Piercing operations were renewed in January. The health department is now sending out renewal applications for all food service facilities, such as restaurants, bars, grocery stores, school cafeterias, hospital cafeterias, day care kitchens, stadium concession stands, mobile food trucks, vendi...

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May 17, 2022 Board of Health meeting location change

Posted 05/12/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday May 17, 2022 at 12noon.  The meeting will be held in the City/County Building in Wheeling. May's Board of Health meeting will be held in the County Commission meeting room, 2nd floor of the City/County Building. All interested individuals or delegations wishing to address the Board of Health should contact the Health Department Administrator to be placed on the agenda.  The custom of an open meeting will be o...

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Rabies Case Reported by WOCHD

Posted 05/03/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE May 3, 2022   Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a bat has tested positive for rabies.  The bat was found in the Wheeling Island area of Wheeling. The bat did not have a human or domestic animal encounter but was noticeably sick.  The bat was collected by the health department on Friday, April 29 2022, a...

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CDC Alerts Providers to Hepatitis Cases of Unknown Origin

Posted 04/26/22

CDC Media Statement Thursday, April 21, 2022 CDC today issued a nationwide health alert to notify clinicians and public health authorities about a cluster of children identified with hepatitis and adenovirus infection – and to ask all physicians to be on the lookout for symptoms and to report any suspected cases of hepatitis of unknown origin to their local and state health departments. CDC is currently working with the Alabama Department of Public Healthexternal...

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COVID Vaccination and Testing Clinics - WOCHD (3/30/22)

Posted 03/30/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          March 30, 2022 (9:00am)   COVID Vaccination and Testing Clinics - WOCHD Second COVID vaccine boosters are available for individuals 50 years old and up if it's been at least four months since the first booster.  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is following the CDC recommendations to allow certain immunocompromised individuals and people over the age of 50 who received an initial booster do...

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CDC Polio Alert - Travelers to Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe

Posted 03/28/22

Polio Alert Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department International Travel Vaccination Clinic is advising potential travelers of a Polio Alert - Level 2, for parts of Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe.  All international travelers should practice enhanced precautions when travelling to Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe. The WOCHD travel vaccination clinic can assist Ohio Valley travelers with necessary vaccinations and prescriptions. As the COVID-19 s...

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April 2022 Food Schools - WOCHD

Posted 03/24/22

April Food Schools April 5th at 6pm at Health Department April 13th at 4pm at Oglebay Resort April 21st at 10:30pm at Health Department FOOD HANDLERS CLASSES are for those working with foods and food service. The health department requires all food service workers to have a current food handler card, issued by the health department. This course is required for all Ohio County employees that handle food and/or wash dishes. The purpose of this course is to reduce food borne i...

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Gov Proclaims March 21-25 as Severe Weather Awareness Week

Posted 03/21/22

​Gov. Justice proclaims March 21 – 25 as Flood Safety and Severe Weather Awareness Week in West Virginia A statewide tornado drill will be conducted on March 22.​ CHARLESTON, WV — Governor Jim Justice has signed a proclamation designating March 21 – 25 as Flood Safety and Severe Weather Awareness Week in West Virginia. “Severe weather impacts every citizen in every region of our state, affecting schools, businesses, personal lives, and our economy," said Gov. Justice...

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WVDHHR Health Alert 192 - COVID-19 Vaccine Updates

Posted 03/14/22

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently endorsed two new recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine guidance. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health (BPH) encourages all providers to review the following vaccine guidance to ensure the best possible protection for all West Virginians. Change in Interval for Booster Dose for Moderately to Severely Immunocompromised In...

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New Board of Health Member Appointed - WOCBOH

Posted 03/09/22

At the March 8, 2022, regular meeting of the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health, Erik Harris was sworn in as a new member of the board. Erik Harris is a City of Wheeling appointment, representing Wheeling’s 4th Ward.  A lifelong resident of Wheeling, Erik graduated from The Linsly School and received a Bachelor's degree from West Liberty University in 2006. Erik is currently employed by TroyRx, a healthcare technology company, where he is the Director of Software Operations. Other mem...

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Cottage Food Rules - West Virginia

Posted 03/07/22

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT IN REGARD TO COTTAGE FOOD RULE - For: Local Food Business Owners The WV Cottage Food Law only applies to those who produce shelf stable products and NOT for those who produce items that must be refrigerated. Example of Shelf Stable products: cookies, jams, dried herbs, and canned goods. Example of non-shelf stable products: cheesecake, chocolate covered strawberries, cream pies, lemon meringue pies, whipped icing, any dessert with pudding, etc. If you are ...

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2022 Ohio County Spring Clean Up Schedule

Posted 03/07/22

2022 Spring Clean –Up Sponsored by the Ohio County Solid Waste Authority Tuesday, April 19 – 35th Street Ballfield, Wheeling & Bethlehem Ball Field Parking Lot Saturday, April 23 – Valley Grove Community Center & Triadelphia Town Building Tuesday, April 26 – Old Wheeling Dog Pound, Peninsula Street & Pleasanton Playground Saturday, April 30 – Clearview Community Center & West Liberty Christian Church Tuesday May 3 – Patterson Ballfield Parking Lot ...

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Changes for COVID Vaccination and Testing Clinics - WOCHD

Posted 02/28/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          February 28, 2022 (8:30am)        Changes for COVID Vaccination and Testing Clinics - WOCHD As COVID-19 cases continue to decline and the demand for 1st, 2nd and booster vaccinations level out, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will begin to adjust testing and vaccination services.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Hea...

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Help Wanted Notice - WOCHD & WOCHD WIC Program

Posted 02/24/22

Position Openings Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department & WIC Program   Nutritionist I- WOCHD/WIC (one position open) Nutrition Associate- WOCHD/WIC (one position open) Health and Human Service Aide- WOCHD/WIC (three positions open) Nurse I- WOCHD (one position open) Sanitarian I (Environmental Health Inspector)- WOCHD (one position open) LPN- WOCHD (one position open) Office Assistant I- WOCHD (one position open)   The WOCHD is seeking to fill s...

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WVDHHR Health Alert Cronobacter and Salmonella Bacteria in Powdered Infant Formulas

Posted 02/24/22

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating four complaints of infant illness related to products from Abbott Nutrition’s Sturgis, Michigan facility received from September 6, 2021 to December 18, 2021. Complaints included three reports of Cronobacter sakazakii infection and one report of Salmonella Newport infection in an infant. All infants were hospitalized, and one death was reported. On February 17, 2022, Abbott Nutri...

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Changes for COVID Vaccination and Testing Clinics - WOCHD

Posted 02/08/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          February 8, 2022 (2:30am)        Changes for COVID Vaccination and Testing Clinics - WOCHD   As COVID-19 cases continue to decline and the demand for 1st, 2nd and booster vaccinations level out, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will begin to adjust testing and vaccination services.   COVID-19 testing will continue Monday thru Friday from 9:00am to 3:30pm until Februar...

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FIRST CASES OF BA.2 OMICRON SUB-VARIANT IDENTIFIED IN WEST VIRGINIA

Posted 02/07/22

During Friday’s briefing, Gov. Justice announced that West Virginia health officials have identified the state’s first cases of the BA.2 Omicron sub-variant – also known as “Stealth Omicron” – in Berkeley and Ohio counties. “As always, when these variants pop up in West Virginia, we shouldn’t be surprised, but we need to take action and protect ourselves by getting our shots,” Gov. Justice said. “If you’re fully vaccinated and you still haven’t gotten your booster shot...

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Office Closure Due to Weather - 2/4/22

Posted 02/04/22

The offices of the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, Wheeling, WV will be closed today, 2/4/22. This includes WIC offices in Paden City, Moundsville, Wheeling, Beech Bottom and Weirton. The COVID-19 Testing Clinic and Vaccination Center are also closed today.

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Changes to COVID-19 Case Management

Posted 02/01/22

General Population COVID-19 Changes As the COVID-19 pandemic has evolved, so have public health mitigation strategies and guidance. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources’ Bureau for Public Health continues to transition from universal case and contact tracing to a more strategic approach of targeted case investigations and outbreak investigations. This pivot is an important step as the pandemic moves toward becoming an endemic in West Virginia, and the world. If yo...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Update 1/30/22

Posted 01/30/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          January 30, 2022 (4:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics MONDAY – FRIDAY at the old OVMC. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Tuesday-Friday 9:00am – 3:30pm OVMC (former VPC South parking lot, 2000 Eoff Street, Wheeling) The free clinics are for t...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Update 1/16/22

Posted 01/16/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          January 16, 2022 (1:00pm)   NOTE:   This is our final case data report.  We will use the WVDHHR COVID Dashboard for future case reporting and COVID data. The number of positives (both lab reported to the department and confirmed through the state database) has increased dramatically.   To meet other vaccination demands (homebound) and general work of the department, we will move to a limited va...

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Omicron Variant Detected In Ohio County

Posted 01/14/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has received confirmation the omicron COVID-19 variant has been detected in the county.  The health department has confirmed the variant through additional lab testing.  Two cases were identified.  Both cases were positive in late December 2021.

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COVID-19 Testing Clinics - Ohio Valley/Wheeling

Posted 01/13/22

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department free COVID-19 testing clinic. PCR test only Monday-Friday, 9:00am – 3:30pm OVMC (former VPC South parking lot, 2000 Eoff Street, Wheeling)   MedExpress Wheeling – Rapid and PCR tests, 7 days a week, 8am-7pm. Elm Grove – Rapid and PCR tests, 7 days a week, 8am-7pm. Glen Dale – Rapid and PCR tests, 7 days a week, 8am-7pm.   Reynolds Rapid Care Moundsville – Monday - Friday 9am-7pm   Saturday &...

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January 2022 Vaccination Clinic Schedule

Posted 01/12/22

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics - January 2022 Schedule WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand). Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at all locations. 1st, 2nd, Booster and 5-11yr old vaccinations are available.  Walk-ins welcomed no appointments necessary.   Daily Health Department Clinics 1/12/22 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 1/13/22 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Cli...

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COVID-19 Update WOCHD 1/9/22

Posted 01/09/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          January 9, 2022 (4:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing SEVEN HUNDRED and ONE (701) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since January 2, 2022.  This includes ONE HUNDRED and ELEVEN (111) cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is ...

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CDC/WVDHHR Expands Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance

Posted 01/06/22

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed three recommendations made this week by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine guidance. The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health encourages all providers to review the following Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine guidance updates to ensure the best possible protection for all West Virginians. Additional Primary Dose for Certain Immunocompromised Children Children aged 5-11 years who are mode...

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COVID-19 Update 1/2/21 WOCHD

Posted 01/02/22

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          January 2, 2022 (1:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing FIVE HUNDRED and TWO (502) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since December 26, 2021.  This includes FIFTY-EIGHT (58) cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ...

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CDC Updates and Shortens Recommended Isolation and Quarantine Period for General Population

Posted 12/28/21

Given what we currently know about COVID-19 and the Omicron variant, CDC is shortening the recommended time for isolation from 10 days for people with COVID-19 to 5 days, if asymptomatic, followed by 5 days of wearing a mask when around others. The change is motivated by science demonstrating that the majority of SARS-CoV-2 transmission occurs early in the course of illness, generally in the 1-2 days prior to onset of symptoms and the 2-3 days after. Therefore, people who test positive should is...

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COVID-19 Testing & Vaccination Clinics

Posted 12/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          December 26, 2021 (12:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics MONDAY – WEDNESDAY at the old OVMC. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Monday-Friday 9:00am – 3:30pm OVMC (former VPC South parking lot, 2000 Eoff Street, Wheeling) The free clinics are f...

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COVID-19 Update 12/26/21

Posted 12/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          December 26, 2021 (12:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing TWO HUNDRED and TWELVE (212) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since December 19, 2021.  This includes THIRTY-EIGHT (38) cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is annou...

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2022 WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Schedule

Posted 12/20/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand). Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at all locations. 1st, 2nd, Booster and 5-11yr old vaccinations are available.  Walk-ins welcomed no appointments necessary. Daily Health Department Clinics 12/20/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 12/21/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 12/...

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COVID-19 Update WOCHD 12/19/21

Posted 12/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          December 19, 2021 (1:30pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY (170) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since December 12, 2021.  This includes FORTY-FIVE 45 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing THREE (3...

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CDC Expands COVID-19 Booster Recommendations to 16 & 17 year olds

Posted 12/12/21

On December 9, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expanded their booster recommendations for adolescents aged 16 and 17 years for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. CDC recommends the booster dose for everyone 16 years and older who have received the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at 6 months or more after their initial series. Rigorous clinical trials found COVID-19 vaccination is safe and effective in those ages 5 and older. Some people have mild to moderate sid...

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COVID-19 Update WOCHD 12/12/21

Posted 12/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          December 12, 2021 (4:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-ONE (151) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since December 5, 2021.  This includes FORTY-TWO 42 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcin...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Update 12/5/21

Posted 12/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          December 5, 2021 (4:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-THREE (223) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since November 28, 2021.  This includes 42 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing FOUR ...

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Board of Health Statement on COVID-19 Vaccinations and the Workplace

Posted 12/02/21

Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health Statement On The COVID-19 Vaccination In The Workplace The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health recognizes both the serious toll that COVID-19 has taken on our community as well as the extraordinary benefit and safety of the COVID-19 vaccination. Severe adverse outcomes and death due to this virus and the responsibility for spreading it occurs predominantly in those who are not vaccinated. The threat of spreading this virus by the unvaccinated is especiall...

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COVID-19 Update 11/28/21

Posted 11/29/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          November 28, 2021 (1:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Twenty-Two (122) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since November 21, 2021.  This includes 16 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testi...

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COVID-19 Update WOCHD

Posted 11/21/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          November 21, 2021 (6:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Sixty-Six (166) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since November 14, 2021.  This includes 17 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing FOUR (4...

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COVID-19 Update 11/14/21

Posted 11/14/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          November 14, 2021 (2:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Forty-One (141) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since November 7, 2021.  This includes 18 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One (1) ...

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COVID-19 Update 11/7/21

Posted 11/07/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          November 7, 2021 (10:00am)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing Seventy-Three (73) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since October 31, 2021.  This includes 13 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing Two (2) COVID-19 asso...

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COVID-19 Vaccinations for 5-11 years of age.

Posted 11/03/21

Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccinations for 5-11yrs The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendation that children 5 to 11 years old be vaccinated against COVID-19 with the Pfizer-BioNTech pediatric vaccine. The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine is administered intramuscularly as a primary series of 2 doses (0.2 mL each) 3 weeks apart to individuals 5 through 11 years of age. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics WOCHD COVID...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Schedule November 1-5, 2021

Posted 10/31/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          October 31, 2021 (3:30pm)          COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand). Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at all locations. Walk-ins welcomed at all locations. Daily Health Department Clinics 11/01/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 11/02...

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COVID-19 WOCHD Update 10/31/21

Posted 10/31/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          October 31, 2021 (3:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing Ninety (90) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since October 24, 2021.  This includes 19 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing Four (4) COVID-19 associated ...

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October 25-29 COVID Vaccination Clinic Schedule

Posted 10/24/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          October 24, 2021 (5:30pm)          COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand). Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at all locations. Walk-ins welcomed at all locations.   Daily Health Department Clinics 10/25/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm ...

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COVID-19 Update WOCHD 10/24/21

Posted 10/24/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          October 24, 2021 (5:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing Eighty-Five (85) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since October 17, 2021.  This includes 22 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associa...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics - October 25-29, 2021

Posted 10/22/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics WOCHD COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand). Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at all locations. Walk-ins welcomed at all locations.   Daily Health Department Clinics 10/25/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 10/26/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 10/27/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9...

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Office of Medical Cannabis to Host Patient Sign Up Events in Northern Panhandle

Posted 10/18/21

Office of Medical Cannabis to Host Patient Sign Up Events in Northern Panhandle 10/13/2021 The West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC) will host public sign up events for medical cannabis patients from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 19 at the Hancock County Health Department, 100 Municipal Plaza, Suite 600, 2nd floor, Weirton, WV, and 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 20 at the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, 1500 Chapline Street, Suite 106, 1st Floor, City/Co...

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WOCHD Notice on J&J And Moderna COVID-19 Boosters

Posted 10/18/21

WOCHD Notice on J&J And Moderna COVID-19 Boosters On Thursday, October 14th the Food and Drug Administration’s advisory committee recommended the emergency use authorization of a booster dose of the Moderna vaccine six months after full vaccination in people 65 and older, and with individuals 18 – 64 years of age who are at high risk of severe COVID-19. On Friday, October 15th the FDA advisory committee also recommended a booster dose of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine a...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics October 18-22, 2021 - Highlands

Posted 10/18/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand). Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at all locations. Walk-ins welcomed at all locations.   Daily Health Department Clinics 10/18/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 10/19/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 10/20/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm ...

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COVID-19 Update WOCHD 10/18/21

Posted 10/18/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          October 17, 2021 (5:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Eight (108) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since October 10, 2021.  This includes 20 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID...

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COVID-19 Update WOCHD 10/10/21

Posted 10/10/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          October 10, 2021 (7:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Forty Eight (148) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since October 3, 2021.  This includes 34 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3...

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Community COVID-19 Vaccination Center - Highlands

Posted 10/04/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand). Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at all locations. Walk-ins welcomed at all locations.   Daily Health Department Clinics 10/04/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 10/05/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm 10/06/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Community Clinic – Highlands 9am-4pm ...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Update 10/3/21

Posted 10/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          October 3, 2021 (2:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Eleven (111) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since September 26, 2021.  This includes 20 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COV...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Update 9/26/21

Posted 09/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          September 26, 2021 (1:00pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Sixty-Nine (169) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since September 19, 2021.  This includes 47 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-...

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COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters and Vaccination Center

Posted 09/24/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          September 24, 2021 (12:00noon)        Effective Monday, September 27, 2021 the COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center will reopen at the Highlands. On September 24, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendation for a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA COVID-19 vaccine in certain populations and recom...

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COVID-19 Pfizer Booster Vaccinations

Posted 09/23/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE          September 23, 2021 (9:00am)        On September 22, 2021 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration amended the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine to allow for use of a single booster dose, to be administered at least six months after completion of the primary series in: individuals 65 years of age and older; individuals 18 through 64 years of age at high ri...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Update 9/20/21

Posted 09/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          September 19, 2021 (6:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing Two Hundred and Forty-Nine (249) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since September 12, 2021.  This includes 98 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one ...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Update 9/12/21

Posted 09/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          September 12, 2021 (5:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Ninety-Four (194) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since September 5, 2021.  This includes 75 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two ...

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COVID-19 Update 9/5/21

Posted 09/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          September 5, 2021 (5:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Forty-Three (143) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since August 29, 2021.  This includes 50 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1)...

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COVID-19 Update 8/29/21

Posted 08/29/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          August 29, 2021 (12:00noon)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Sixty-Four (164) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since August 22, 2021.  This includes 48 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1)...

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Media advisory from the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department - 8/26/21

Posted 08/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          August 22, 2021 (1:00pm)        The following is a media advisory from the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is advising the public that current rates of COVID-19 transmission are HIGH and are forecasted to increase during the upcoming weeks. We anticipate rates of new COVID-19 infections in the range of those seen in January of 2021 resulting i...

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COVD-19 Update 8/22/2021

Posted 08/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          August 22, 2021 (1:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing One Hundred and Forty-Five (145) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since August 15, 2021.  This includes 18 cases under the age of 18 years of age.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) CO...

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Additional Dose vs Booster Dose - COVID-19 Vaccine Update

Posted 08/16/21

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department wants to make sure residents understand that the recent announcement of an Additional Dose of COVID-19 vaccine is different from an announcement of a Booster Dose of COVID-19 vaccine. The Additional Dose of vaccine, after an initial primary vaccine series, is done when the initial immune response following a primary vaccine series is likely to be insufficient. A Booster Dose of vaccine is administered when the initial sufficient immune response to...

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COVID-19 Update 8/15/21

Posted 08/15/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          August 15, 2021 (11:00am)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing Ninety-Six (96) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since August 8, 2021.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Two (2) new cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.617.2, or more commonly referred to as the Delta Variant, have been identified in Ohio County. Ei...

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HEALTH ADVISORY #178 CDC Recommends Additional Dose of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine for Immunocompromised People

Posted 08/14/21

On August 13, 2021, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met and reviewed the data for use of an additional dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine for immunocompromised people. ACIP made an interim recommendation for use of an additional dose of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine (for persons aged ≥12 years) or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine (for persons aged ≥18 years) after an initial 2-dose primary mRNA COVID-19 vaccine series for moderately to severely immunocompromised people and does...

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COVID-19 Update for August 8, 2021

Posted 08/08/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE          August 8, 2021 (8:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifty-seven (57) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since August 1, 2021.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.          Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold fre...

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Oral Rabies Vaccine Field Evaluation in West Virginia, August 4-31, 2021

Posted 08/06/21

West Virginia will once again be taking part in a nationally coordinated effort to halt the spread of raccoon rabies in 16 states. Ongoing field evaluation involving distribution of a new oral rabies vaccination (ORV) baits called ONRAB will occur in portions of Barbour, Brooke, Doddridge, Greenbrier, Fayette, Hancock, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Marshall, McDowell, Mercer, Monongalia, Nicholas, Ohio, Pocahontas, Raleigh, Randolph, Ritchie, Summers, Taylor, Tyler, Upshur, Webster, Wetzel, and Wyom...

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COVID-19 Back To School Recommendations (UPDATED 8/20/21)

Posted 08/06/21

8/20/21 Update on Back to School Guidance.   Caseload has surpassed new cases from last week's reporting period.  At this time, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is adjusting our masking recommendation.   Due to the increasing number of new COVID-19 cases and the growing number of Delta variant cases, the WOCHD recommends universal indoor masking by all students (age 2 and older), staff, teachers, and visitors to K-12 schools, regardless of vaccination status.  This re...

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Positive Rabies Case Identified in Ohio County

Posted 08/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE August 5, 2021   Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies.  The raccoon was found in the Woodsdale (Edgewood Street) area of Wheeling. The raccoon did not have a human or domestic animal encounter but was noticeably sick.  The raccoon was collected by the health departm...

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COVID-19 Update 8/1/21

Posted 08/02/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          August 1, 2021 (8:00pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty six (46) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since July 25, 2021.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing c...

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WOCHD To Restart COVID-19 Testing Clinic & Continue Vaccination Clinics

Posted 07/29/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE            Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics starting Monday, August 2, 2021   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing Monday-Friday 9:00am – 3:30pm OVMC (former main entrance/turning circle, 2000 Eoff Street, Wheeling)   The free clinics are for those with...

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Free COVID-19 Testing Clinic

Posted 07/28/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          July 28, 2021     Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics starting Monday, August 2, 2021     Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing Monday-Friday 9:00am – 3:30pm Old OVMC/EMSTAR parking and ER entrance (Chapline & 22nd Street, W...

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COVID-19 Update 7/25/21

Posted 07/25/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          July 25, 2021 (5:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-three (33) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since July 19, 2021.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department kicking off Vax to School week. Health Department Urging All Students, Teachers and Pa...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department kicking off Vax to School week.

Posted 07/21/21

Health Department Urging All Students, Teachers and Parents, Age 12+ to Get COVID-19 Vaccine before Back-to-School. With back-to-school just around the corner, now is the perfect time for students, teachers, staff, and parents who have not yet received a COVID-19 vaccine to get ready to safely return for the new school year.  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold special Vax To School clinics from July 26th to July 30th at the health department. It is currently just over 5 we...

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Increasing Incidence of Lyme Disease

Posted 07/20/21

The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health released a new Health Advisory on the increasing incidence of Lyme Disease in West Virginia. Lyme disease (LD) is the most commonly reported tickborne disease in West Virginia. Last year, 1,062 LD cases were reported in the state and a dramatic increase in cases was seen in northwestern and central West Virginia. Recently tick bite-related emergency department visits have increased in West Virginia. This trend is expected, as tick exposures generally...

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Do I need a Food Establishment Health Permit or Food Handler Card?

Posted 07/20/21

HEALTH PERMIT If an individual, organization or business is going to hold a public event where food is sold or given away they should contact the health department to obtain a health permit and have the operation inspected before serving to the public. A Food Establishment includes restaurants, retail food stores, schools, grocery stores, nursing homes, hospitals, caterers, bars, day care centers, food concession stands, churches, mobile food units, vending machines and temporary food establi...

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COVID-19 Update 7/19/21

Posted 07/19/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          July 19, 2021 (10:00am)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eleven (11) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since July 6, 2021.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand).  Pfizer, Moderna, and Jo...

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Public Notice on Fees for Permit 2021

Posted 07/13/21

This is a public notice from the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department.  The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health approved new fees during their July 13, 2021, regular meeting related to the department’s Fees for Permit for Environmental Health programs.  The fees are part of WV 64CSR30, which are rules for fees for public health department permits. The new fees will be effective January 1, 2022.  Permits issued on or after that date, including fixed date permits with renewal dates of Janu...

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CDC Statement on Guillain‐Barré Syndrome (GBS)

Posted 07/13/21

COVID‐19 vaccine safety is a top priority for the federal government, and we take all reports of health problems following COVID‐19 vaccination very seriously. CDC and FDA are monitoring reports of Guillain‐Barré Syndrome (GBS) after receiving Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen (J&J/Janssen) COVID‐19 Vaccine. GBS is a neurological disorder in which the body’s immune system damages nerve cells, causing muscle weakness or in the most severe cases paralysis. Each year in the United St...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Health Update: Emergence Of Delta Variant

Posted 07/08/21

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Health Update: Emergence Of Delta Variant The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is issuing this Health Update based on national increases in community transmission of COVID-19 with the emergence of the Delta variant. New cases of COVID-19 are rising among the unvaccinated, particularly among children and young adults who are being exposed to COVID-19 as they resume normal activities without protection.  While vaccinated individuals are protected...

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COVID-19 Update 7/6/21

Posted 07/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          July 6, 2021 (8:00am)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eleven (11) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County since June 21, 2021.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand).  Pfizer, Moderna, and Joh...

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COVID-19 Variant Updates

Posted 06/29/21

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is urging Ohio Valley residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as highly transmissible virus variants continue to spread throughout the country and state. COVID-19 vaccination clinics continue daily at the county health department offering Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines. Walk-ins are welcomed. The most common COVID-19 variant in West Virginia is the B.1.1.7 “United Kingdom” variant, accounting for more t...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Updates

Posted 06/28/21

Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand).  Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available.  Walk-ins welcomed at all locations. 6/28/21 - Walk-in Clinic at Health Department 9-11am & 1-3pm 6/29/21 - Walk-in Clinic at Health Department 9-11am & 1-3pm 6/30/21 - Walk-in Clinic at Health Department 9-11am & 1-3pm 7/1/21 - Walk-in Clinic at Health Department 9-11am & 1-...

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Homebound COVID-19 Vaccinations

Posted 06/23/21

Individuals who are homebound can call the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department to schedule a home COVID-19 vaccination visit. Ohio County residents can call (304) 234-3682 to set up an appointment and vaccination type.

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COVID-19 Update 6/21/21

Posted 06/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 21, 2021 (9:00pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new cases of COVID-19 for 6/21/21 in Ohio County.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Five (5) new cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7, or more commonly referred to as the UK Variant, have been identified in Ohio County.  A total of eighty-five ...

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COVID-19 Update (6/17/21)

Posted 06/17/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 17, 2021 (3:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new cases of COVID-19 for 6/17/21 in Ohio County.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand).  Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Ja...

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Juneteenth Day 2021

Posted 06/17/21

The WIC Offices of the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department (Weirton, Beech Bottom, Wheeling, Moundsville and Paden City) will be closed on Friday, June 18, in observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 vaccination clinic scheduled for Friday, June 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. will continue as planned, with both first and second doses being administered. Walk-in appointments are accepted and encouraged. All other rout...

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2021 Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics

Posted 06/15/21

WHEELING, WV – The Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics will begin on July 1, 2021 and will continue to July 9th. The clinics, sponsored by the Ohio County Animal Control & the Ohio County Commission, are for the vaccination of family pets. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges all Ohio County pet owners to take advantage of this low cost clinic and get their family pet vaccinated against rabies. Clinics are operated from 5:00pm -7:00pm and all animals must be on a leash o...

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COVID-19 Update (6/10/21)

Posted 06/11/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 10, 2021 (9:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new cases of COVID-19 for 6/10/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4485 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic...

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COVID-19 Update (6/8/21)

Posted 06/09/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 8, 2021 (9:30pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new cases of COVID-19 for 6/8/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4484 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject t...

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COVID-19 Update (6/6/21)

Posted 06/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 6, 2021 (7:00pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 6/6/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4482 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Ten (10) new cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7, or more commonly re...

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COVID-19 Update (6/3/21)

Posted 06/04/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 3, 2021 (9:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new cases of COVID-19 for 6/3/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4476 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (...

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COVID-19 Update (6/2/21)

Posted 06/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 2, 2021 (9:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new case of COVID-19 for 6/2/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4471 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (su...

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COVID-19 Update (6/1/21)

Posted 06/02/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          June 1, 2021 (9:30pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 for (5/29/21 thru 6/1/21) in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4470 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Cli...

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Dr. William S. Przybysz appointed County Health Officer

Posted 06/01/21

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and Board of Health is pleased to announce William S. Przybysz, M.D. as the Ohio County Health Officer. Dr. Przybysz is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician at Wheeling Hospital.  A Wheeling native, Dr. Przybysz graduated from the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and did his post graduate training at Wheeling Hospital.  Dr. Przybysz was approved as County Health Officer by Dr. Amjad, West Virginia State Health Officer. Dr....

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COVID-19 Update (5/28/21)

Posted 05/29/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 28, 2021 (9:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/28/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4463 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics ...

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COVID-19 Update (5/27/21)

Posted 05/28/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 27, 2021 (9:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/27/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4458 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics...

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COVID-19 Update (5/26/21)

Posted 05/27/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 26, 2021 (10:30pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/26/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4455 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Two (2) new cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7, or more commonly...

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COVID-19 Update (5/25/21)

Posted 05/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 25, 2021 (9:00pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new case of COVID-19 for 5/25/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4448 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Testing Clinics The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department ...

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COVID-19 Walk In Vaccination Clinic at the Health Department 5/25/21

Posted 05/25/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available.  Walk-ins welcomed. 5/25/21 – Walk-in Clinic at Health Department 9-11am & 1-3pm...

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COVID-19 Update (5/24/21)

Posted 05/25/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 24, 2021 (9:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new case of COVID-19 for 5/24/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4447 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Testing Clinics The Wheeling-Ohio County Health...

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COVID-19 Update (5/23/21)

Posted 05/24/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 23, 2021 (9:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new case of COVID-19 for 5/23/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4444 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Testing Clinics The Wheeling-Ohio County Health D...

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COVID-19 Update (5/21/21)

Posted 05/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 21, 2021 (10:30pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/21/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4443 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Testing Clinics The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Departmen...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics-New Location

Posted 05/21/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply and demand).  Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccines are available at the vaccine center, Pfizer is only available at the school clinics.  Walk-ins welcomed at all locations. 5/17/21 – Eligible and registered residents, by appointment/walk-in Highlands, 8:00am -4:00pm. Warwood Middle School Gym, 4-7pm 5/18/21 – Eligible and registered residents, by appointment...

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COVID-19 Update (5/20/21)

Posted 05/21/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 20, 2021 (9:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/20/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4441 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. COVID-19 Testing Clinics The Wheeling-Ohio County Healt...

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COVID-19 Update (5/19/21)

Posted 05/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 19, 2021 (10:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/19/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4434 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Sixteen (16) new cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7, or ...

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School - Site Vaccination Clinics (June)

Posted 05/19/21

Walk-in School COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics. We are coming to a neighborhood near you! COVID VACCINATION CLINICS Warwood School Gym, 4 -7 PM Monday, June 7, 2021 The Linsly School Field House, 4-7PM Tuesday, June 8, 2021 Ritchie Elementary School Gym, 4-7 PM, Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Bridge Street Middle School Cafeteria, 4-7 PM, Thursday, June 10, 2021 June 8 & 10, 2021 - Community Vaccination Center at the Highlands will be open for appointments and walk-ins from 8 ...

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COVID-19 Update (5/18/21)

Posted 05/19/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 18, 2021 (9:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/18/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4428 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free ...

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COVID-19 Update (5/17/21)

Posted 05/18/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 17, 2021 (9:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/17/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4420 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free C...

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Ohio County COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Clinics

Posted 05/17/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 16, 2021 (9:30pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, May 17, 2021, and Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. P...

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COVID-19 Update (5/16/21)

Posted 05/17/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 16, 2021 (9:30pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/16/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4416 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free C...

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COVID Update (5/14/21)

Posted 05/15/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 14, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/14/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4407 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free...

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COVID-19 Update (5/13/21)

Posted 05/14/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 13, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing zero (0) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/13/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4400 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free ...

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COVID-19 Update (5/12/21)

Posted 05/13/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 12, 2021 (9:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/12/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4400 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   COVID-19 Testing Clinics The Wheeling-Ohio Co...

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School COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

Posted 05/12/21

Walk-in School COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics. We are coming to a neighborhood near you! COVID VACCINATION CLINICS Warwood School, 4 -7 PM Monday, May 17, 2021 The Linsly School, 4-7PM Tuesday, May 18, 2021 Ritchie Elementary School, 4-7 PM, Wednesday, May 19, 2021 Bridge Street Middle School, 4-7 PM, Thursday, May 20, 2021 May 17-21, 2021 - Community Vaccination Center at the Highlands will be open for appointments and walk-ins from 8 AM to 4 PM. GUARDIAN MUST BE PRES...

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COVID-19 Update (5/11/21)

Posted 05/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 11, 2021 (9:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 5/11/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/11/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4397 cases, including ninety (90) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monito...

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COVID-19 Update (5/10/21)

Posted 05/11/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 10, 2021 (10:00pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new case of COVID-19 for 5/10/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4394 cases, including eighty-nine (89) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-1...

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May and June COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

Posted 05/10/21

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics    The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold daily COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics May 10-14, 2021 and May 17-21, 2021, Monday thru Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm.   Clinics will be reduced to three days a week the week of May 24, 2021 and will be on May 24, 26 and 28, 8:00am to 4:00pm.   Starting in June COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics will be twice a week on June 1, 3, 8 and 10, 8:00am to 4:00p...

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COVID-19 Update (5/9/21)

Posted 05/10/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 9, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/8 & 9/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4393 cases, including eighty-nine (89) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will...

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COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Clinics for May 10-14, 2021

Posted 05/09/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          TESTING & VACCINATION CLINIC UPDATE   COVID-19 Testing Clinics The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, May 10, 2021, and Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. ...

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COVID-19 Update (5/7/21)

Posted 05/08/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 7, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/7/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4383 cases, including eighty-nine (89) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hol...

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COVID-19 Update (5/6/21)

Posted 05/07/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 6, 2021 (10:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 5/6/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/6/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4368 cases, including eighty-nine (89) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and moni...

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Health Department Permit Renewal Applications

Posted 05/06/21

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will be sending out health permit renewal applications this month.  The renewal applications are for calendar year and fiscal year health department permitted facilities.  These include:   July 1 – June 30 Permits Bed and Breakfast Care Facilities Schools Organized Camps Campgrounds Hotel/Motel Food Services Food Service Establishments Mobile Food Units Retail Food Stores Mobile Retail Food Units Ve...

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COVID-19 Update (4/5/21)

Posted 05/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 5, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/5/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4363 cases, including eighty-eight (88) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold f...

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COVID-19 Update (5/4/21)

Posted 05/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 4, 2021 (10:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 5/4/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/4/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4354 cases, including eighty-eight (88) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and mo...

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COVID-19 Update (5/3/21)

Posted 05/04/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 3, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/3/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4347 cases, including eighty-seven (87) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold fr...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics & Testing Clinics

Posted 05/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 2, 2021 (11:00pm)          The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, May 3, 2021, and Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street   The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insu...

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COVID-19 Update (5/2/21)

Posted 05/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          May 2, 2021 (11:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 5/2/21.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seventeen (17) new cases of COVID-19 for 5/1-2/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4341 cases, including eighty-seven (87) deaths. Case surveillance, contac...

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COVID-19 Update (4/30/20)

Posted 05/01/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 30, 2021 (9:30pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eleven (11) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/30/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4324 cases, including eighty-six (86) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVI...

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COVID-19 Update (4/29/21)

Posted 04/30/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 29, 2021 (10:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated deaths for 4/29/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirteen (13) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/29/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4313 cases, including eighty-six (86) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, an...

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COVID-19 Update (4/28/2021)

Posted 04/29/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 28, 2021 (9:00pm)      The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated deaths for 4/28/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/28/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4300 cases, including eighty-five (85) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring c...

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COVID Vaccination Clinics Continue at the Highlands

Posted 04/28/21

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COVID-19 Update (4/27/21)

Posted 04/28/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 27, 2021 (9:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/27/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4292 cases, including eighty-four (84) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. One (1) new case of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7, or m...

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COVID-19 Update (4/26/21)

Posted 04/27/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 26, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/26/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4288 cases, including eighty-four (84) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hol...

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WOCHD use of J&J/Janssen Vaccine

Posted 04/26/21

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will resume use of the Johnson & Johnson/Janssen (J&J) in Ohio County. This decision is based on recommendations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as careful consideration and close review by the health department. The 11-day pause was taken as a precaution after cases of a rare but severe type of blood clot were reported following administration of the J&J va...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Clinics (week of April 26th)

Posted 04/25/21

COVID Testing Clinic The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, April 26, 2021, and Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. Participants need to bring a driver’s license, photo ID or other proof of address. No residency restrictions...

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COVID-19 Update (4/25/21)

Posted 04/25/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 25, 2021 (8:00pm)      Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/24-25/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4283 cases, including eighty-four (84) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold f...

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COVID-19 Update (4/23/21)

Posted 04/24/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 23, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/23/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4265 cases, including eighty-four (84) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will h...

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COVID-19 Update (4/22/21)

Posted 04/23/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 22, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/22/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4256 cases, including eighty-four (84) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Two (2) new cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7...

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COVID-19 Update (4/21/21)

Posted 04/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 21, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twelve (12) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/21/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4246 cases, including eighty-four (84) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will ...

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COVID-19 Update (4/20/21)

Posted 04/21/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 20, 2021 (10:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated deaths for 4/20/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/20/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4234 cases, including eighty-four (84) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and...

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COVID-19 Update (4/19/20)

Posted 04/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 19, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/19/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4228 cases, including eighty-three (83) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will ho...

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COVID-19 Update (4/17-18/20)

Posted 04/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 18, 2021 (7:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twelve (12) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/17-18/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4223 cases, including eighty-three (83) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Three (3) new cases of the COVID-19 variant B...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Schedule week of April 19-24, 2021

Posted 04/17/21

  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, April 19, 2021, and Wednesday, April 21, 2021.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street   The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. Participants need to bring a driver’s license, photo ID or other proof of address. No residency restri...

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COVID-19 Update (4/16/21)

Posted 04/17/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 16, 2021 (10:00pm)        There will be no COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Saturday, April 17, 2021.  If you had a 2nd dose vaccination appointment and did not get a notice from the department to reschedule, you can walk in on Friday or Monday and get caught up with your COVID-19 vaccination series.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fourteen (14) new cases o...

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COVID-19 Update (4/15/21)

Posted 04/16/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 15, 2021 (10:00pm)        There will be no COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Saturday, April 17, 2021.  If you had a 2nd dose vaccination appointment and did not get a notice from the department to reschedule, you can walk in on Friday or Monday and get caught up with your COVID-19 vaccination series.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new cases o...

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NO COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC ON 4/17/21

Posted 04/15/21

COVID Vaccination Clinics    April 12 – April 16, 2021, COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply).  Clinics are 8:00am -6:00pm each day.   4/12/21 – Eligible and registered residents, by appointment.  Pfizer, Moderna 4/13/21 – Eligible and registered residents, by appointment.  Pfizer, Moderna 4/14/21 – Eligible and registered residents, by appointment; 1st dose clinic & 2nd dose clinic from March 24, 25, 26, 2021, by appointm...

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COVID-19 Update (4/14/21)

Posted 04/15/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 14, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/14/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4179 cases, including eighty-three (83) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Depar...

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COVID-19 Update (4/13/21)

Posted 04/14/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 13, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/13/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4169 cases, including eighty-three (83) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Depart...

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COVID-19 Update (4/12/21)

Posted 04/13/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 12, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/12/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4163 cases, including eighty-three (83) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Depar...

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COVID-19 Testing & Vaccination Schedule 4/12 - 4/16

Posted 04/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 11, 2021 (10:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, April 12, 2021, and Wednesday, April 14, 2021.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street   The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms...

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COVID-19 Update (4/11/21)

Posted 04/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 11, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/10-11/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4154 cases, including eighty-three (83) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Healt...

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COVID-19 Update (4/9/21)

Posted 04/10/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 9, 2021 (10:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated deaths for 4/9/21.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/9/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4139 cases, including eighty-three (83) deaths. Case surveillance, cont...

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COVID-19 Update (4/8/21)

Posted 04/09/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 8, 2021 (10:00pm)        Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/8/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4124 cases, including eighty-two (82) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Depar...

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COVID-19 Update (4/7/21)

Posted 04/08/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 7, 2021 (10:00pm)        The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated deaths for 4/7/21.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/7/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4109 cases, including eighty-two (82) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tra...

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COVID-19 Update (4/6/21)

Posted 04/07/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT          PRESS RELEASE          April 6, 2021 (10:00pm)       The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated deaths for 4/6/21. (The deaths were identified through State and Local surveillance data and death certificate data match and were not a previous case)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/6/21 in Ohio County....

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COVID-19 Update (4/5/21)

Posted 04/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT        PRESS RELEASE        April 5, 2021 (10:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/5/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4093 cases, including seventy-nine (79) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing on 4/5/21, the health department perfor...

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Testing & Vaccination Schedule (4/5 - 4/9)

Posted 04/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    April 4, 2021 (8:00pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, April 5, 2021, and Wednesday, April 7, 2021.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department  COVID Testing  11:00am – 4:00pm  Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street    The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. P...

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COVID-19 Update (4/4/21)

Posted 04/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    April 4, 2021 (8:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (19) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/3-4/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4078 cases, including seventy-nine (79) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 ...

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COVID-19 Update (4/2/21)

Posted 04/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    April 2, 2021 (10:00pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 4/2/21.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seventeen (17) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/2/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4060 cases, including seventy-nine (79) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring conti...

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COVID-19 Update (4/1/21)

Posted 04/02/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    April 1, 2021 (10:30pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 4/1/21.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new cases of COVID-19 for 4/1/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4043 cases, including seventy-eight (78) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue ...

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COVID-19 Update (3/31/21)

Posted 04/01/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    March 31, 2021 (10:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing sixteen (16) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/31/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4035 cases, including seventy-seven (77) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.    During the community testing on 3/31/21, the health department performed...

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COVID-19 Update (3/30/21)

Posted 03/31/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    March 30, 2021 (10:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/30/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4019 cases, including seventy-seven (77) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics...

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COVID-19 Update (3/29/21)

Posted 03/30/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    March 29, 2021 (10:00pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated death for 3/29/21.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/29/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4009 cases, including seventy-seven (77) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continu...

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COVID-19 Update (3/28/21)

Posted 03/29/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Sunday, March 28, 2021 (10:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seventeen (17) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/26-27/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 4000 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing cli...

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COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Schedule for March 29-April 2

Posted 03/28/21

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, March 29, 2021, and Wednesday, March 31, 2021.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department  COVID Testing  11:00am – 4:00pm  Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street    The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. Participants need to bring a driver’s license, photo ID or other proof of address. No residenc...

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COVID-19 Update (3/26/21)

Posted 03/27/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Friday, March 26, 2021, 10:45 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing sixteen (16) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/26/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3983 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 tes...

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COVID-19 Update (3/25/21)

Posted 03/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Thursday, March 25, 2021, 10:45 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seventeen (17) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/25/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3967 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19...

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COVID-19 Update (3/24/21)

Posted 03/25/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Wednesday, March 24, 2021 (9:00 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/24/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3950 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During community COVID-19 testing the health department conducted 26 t...

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Self-Scheduling Website Launched for COVID-19 Vaccination in Ohio County

Posted 03/24/21

Wheeling Hospital has launched a new self-scheduling website for people to make COVID-19 vaccine appointments, which will continue to be administered at the Community Vaccine Clinic at the Highlands. With Gov. Jim Justice making vaccine distribution more widely available, vaccinating a greater number of the local population remains a priority. The clinic collaboration includes Wheeling Hospital, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, the county Emergency Management Agency and Wheeling...

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COVID-19 Update (3/23/21)

Posted 03/24/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Tuesday, March 23, 2021 (9:00 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new case of COVID-19 for 3/23/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3944 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing c...

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COVID-19 Update (3/22/21)

Posted 03/23/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Monday, March 22, 2021 (9:30 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/22/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3943 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing on 3/22/21, the health department performe...

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WOCHD COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Schedule

Posted 03/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Sunday, March 21, 2021 (9:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, March 22, 2021, and Wednesday, March 24, 2021.   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department  COVID Testing  11:00am – 4:00pm  Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street    The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed....

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COVID-19 Update (3/21/21)

Posted 03/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Sunday, March 21, 2021 (9:30 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seventeen (17) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/20-21/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3934 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Eight cases of the COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7, or more commonly refe...

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COVID-19 Update (3/19/21)

Posted 03/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Friday, March 19, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/19/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3917 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing cli...

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COVID-19 Update (3/18/21)

Posted 03/19/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Thursday, March 18, 2021 (9:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/18/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3910 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing cli...

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COVID-19 Update (3/17/21)

Posted 03/18/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Wednesday, March 17, 2021 (8:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fourteen (14) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/17/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3904 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing on 3/17/21, the health department perfor...

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COVID-19 Update (3/16/21)

Posted 03/17/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Tuesday, March 16, 2021 (8:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/16/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3890 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing cl...

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COVID-19 Update (3/15/21)

Posted 03/16/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Monday, March 15, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/15/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3888 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing on 3/15/21, the health department performed 1...

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COVID-19 Update (3/14/21)

Posted 03/15/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Sunday, March 14, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/13-14/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3880 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing...

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COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Schedule March 15-22, 2021

Posted 03/13/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    TESTING & CLINIC UPDATES March 15-22, 2021 COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (subject to change due to supply)  3/15/21 – Moderna clinic, by appointment. 3/16/21 – NO CLINIC Vaccine delivery 3/17/21 – 50yrs+ 1st dose clinic, by appointment, (names from WV COVID-19 Vaccine Registration System).  Highlands Ohio County Community Vaccination Center.  Pfizer. 3/18/21 – 50yrs+ 1st dose clinic & 2nd dose clin...

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COVID-19 Update (3/12/21)

Posted 03/13/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Friday, March 12, 2021 (9:00 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 3/12/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/12/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3871 cases, including seventy-five (75) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of...

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COVID-19 Update (3/11/21)

Posted 03/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Thursday, March 11, 2021 (9:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) COVID-19 associated death for 3/11/21 (deaths were identified through State and Local surveillance data and death certificate data match) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twelve (12) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/11/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3862 cases, i...

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COVID-19 Update (3/10/21)

Posted 03/11/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Wednesday, March 10, 2021 (9:30 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/10/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3850 cases, including sixty-six (66) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.    During the community testing on 3/10/21, the health department perfor...

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COVID-19 Update (3/9/21)

Posted 03/10/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Tuesday, March 9, 2021 (9:30 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new cases of COVID-19 for 3/9/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3846 cases, including sixty-six (66) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 t...

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Open Position - County Health Officer

Posted 03/09/21

Physician/Health Officer Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health is seeking an individual to fill the position of County Health Officer. The department has an opportunity for a local practicing physician to fulfill the duties of the Health Officer. This is a part time, non-civil service position. The Health Officer will report directly to the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health. The successful candidate will work closely with the Administrator of th...

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COVID-19 Update (3/8/21)

Posted 03/09/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Monday, March 8, 2021 (8:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 3/8/21 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new case of COVID-19 for 3/8/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3844 cases, including sixty-six (66) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the rep...

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COVID-19 Update (3/7/21)

Posted 03/08/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Sunday, March 7, 2021 (8:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new case of COVID-19 for 3/6-7/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3839 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on ...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics and Testing

Posted 03/07/21

March 8-15, 2021 COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (tentative to change due to supply)  3/8/21 – One vaccination clinic, two vaccines: Moderna clinic, by appointment. Pfizer clinic, by appointment. 3/9/21 – Moderna clinic, by appointment. 3/10/21 – 50yrs+ 1st dose clinic, by appointment, (names from WV COVID-19 Vaccine Registration System).  Highlands Ohio County Community Vaccination Center.  Pfizer. 3/11/21 – 50yrs+ 1st dose clinic & 2nd dose clinic ...

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COVID-19 Update (3/5/21)

Posted 03/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Friday, March 5, 2021 (9:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new case of COVID-19 for 3/5/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3835 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 t...

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COVID-19 Update (3/4/21)

Posted 03/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Thursday, March 4, 2021 (10:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new case of COVID-19 for 3/4/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3828 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on...

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Positive Rabies Case - Ohio County

Posted 03/04/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE March 3, 2021   Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies.  The raccoon was found in the Springdale area of Wheeling. The raccoon was collected by the health department on Monday, March 1, 2021, and tested positive for rabies on March 3, 2021. The Wheeling-Ohio County ...

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COVID-19 Update (3/3/21)

Posted 03/04/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Wednesday, March 3, 2021 (9:30 pm)    Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fourteen (14) case of COVID-19 for 3/3/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3820 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing on 3/3/21, the health department performe...

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COVID-19 Update (3/2/21)

Posted 03/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Tuesday, March 2, 2021 (9:30 pm)    Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) case of COVID-19 for 3/2/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3807 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 tes...

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COVID-19 Update (3/1/21)

Posted 03/02/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Monday, March 1, 2021 (9:30 pm)    Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fourteen (14) cases of COVID-19 for 3/1/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3806 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing on 3/1/21, the health department performed ...

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COVID-19 Testing & Vaccination Schedule (March 1-7)

Posted 03/01/21

  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics on Monday, March 1, 2021, and Wednesday, March 3, 2021.  (Testing will not be held on March 2nd, 4th or 5th, staff will be assisting with the community vaccination clinic). Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department  COVID Testing  11:00am – 4:00pm  Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street  The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed....

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COVID-19 Update (2/28/21)

Posted 03/01/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Sunday, February 28, 2021 (9:30 pm)  Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) cases of COVID-19 for 2/27-28/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3792 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinic...

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COVID-19 Update (2/26/21)

Posted 02/27/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Friday, February 25, 2021 (9:30 pm)  Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 for 2/26/21 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3782 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  No testing was done for 2/26/21. Monday, February 22nd, and running until Feb...

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COVID-19 Update (2/25/21)

Posted 02/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Thursday, February 25, 2021 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/25/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3776 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (2/25/21) the health department performed 10 COVID-19 t...

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COVID-19 Update (2/24/21)

Posted 02/25/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Wednesday, February 24, 2021 (10:00 pm)  Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/24/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3771 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (2/24/21) the health department performed...

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COVID-19 Update (2/23/21)

Posted 02/24/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Tuesday, February 23, 2021 (9:30 pm)  Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/23/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3762 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (2/23/21) the health department performed 13...

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COVID-19 Update (2/22/21)

Posted 02/23/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT    PRESS RELEASE    Monday, February 22, 2021 (10:00pm)  Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/22/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3753 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (2/22/21) the health department performed 15...

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Testing & Vaccination Schedule February 22-27, 2021

Posted 02/22/21

COVID-19 TESTING CLINIC Monday, February 22nd, and running until February 26th, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold a free COVID-19 testing clinic at the following location:   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street   The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. Participants need to bring a driver’s license, photo ID or ...

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COVID-19 Update (2/21/21)

Posted 02/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT  PRESS RELEASE  Sunday February 21, 2021 (10:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-five (25) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/20-21/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3750 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Monday, February 22nd, and running until February 26th, the Wheeling-Ohio Count...

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COVID-19 Update (2/19/21)

Posted 02/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, February 19, 2021 (10:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/19/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3725 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/19/21) the health department performed 15 COVI...

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COVID-19 Update (2/18/21)

Posted 02/19/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, February 18, 2021 (9:45 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/18/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3717 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/18/21) the health department performed 23 CO...

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COVID-19 Update (2/17/21)

Posted 02/18/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, February 17, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/17/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3709 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/17/21) the health department perf...

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COVID-19 Update (2/16/21)

Posted 02/17/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, February 16, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/16/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3702 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/16/21) the health department perfor...

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COVID-19 Update (2/15/21)

Posted 02/16/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, February 15, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/15/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3695 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/15/21) the health department perform...

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COVID-19 Testing & Vaccination Weather Update

Posted 02/15/21

2/14/21 (9:30pm) Weather Update The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and Wheeling-Ohio County Emergency Management Agency will be monitoring the weather for Monday February 15th and Tuesday February 16th. At this time the Monday February 15th COVID-19 vaccination clinic will continue as scheduled. If road and weather conditions worsen we will move the vaccination clinic schedule for Tuesday February 15th to another day. Those who have appointments from the 1/15/21 and 1/16/21 80yrs+ ...

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COVID-19 Update (2/14/21)

Posted 02/15/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, February 14, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirteen (13) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/13-14/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3692 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, February 15th, and running until February 19th, the Wh...

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COVID-19 Update (2/12/21)

Posted 02/13/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, February 12, 2021 (9:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 2/12/21.  Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/12/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3679 cases, including sixty-five (65) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many ...

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COVID-19 Update (2/11/21)

Posted 02/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, February 11, 2021 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/11/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3664 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/11/21) the health department performed 16 ...

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COVID-19 Update (2/10/21)

Posted 02/11/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, February 10, 2021 (10:00 pm Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/10/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3659 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/10/21) the health department performed 35 ...

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COVID-19 Update (2/9/21)

Posted 02/10/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, February 9, 2021 (9:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eleven (11) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/9/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3649 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/9/21) the health department performed 20 CO...

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COVID-19 Update (2/8/21)

Posted 02/09/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, February 8, 2021 (9:45 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 2/8/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/8/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3638 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the ...

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COVID-19 Update (2/7/21)

Posted 02/07/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, February 7, 2021 (6:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirteen (13) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/6-7/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3628 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, February 8th, and running until February 12th, the Wheeling-Ohio C...

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COVID-19 Update (2/5/21)

Posted 02/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, February 5, 2021 (10:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nineteen (19) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/5/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3615 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community testing today (2/5/21) the health department performed 30 COV...

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Up Coming COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

Posted 02/05/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics 2/6/21 – VAMS appointments for 1st and 2nd dose Pfizer. 2/8/21 – Higher Education 1st dose, by appointment. Moderna 2/9/21 – 80yrs+ 2nd dose, by appointment (from 1st dose vaccinations on 1/10/21 and 1/11/21). Moderna 2/10/21 – Higher Education 2nd doses (some 1st), by appointment, Moderna. 2/11/21 – 65yrs+ 1st dose, by appointment (names from WV COVID-19 Vaccine Registration System). Pfizer 2/12/21 – 80yrs+ 2nd dose, by appointme...

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COVID-19 Update (2/4/21)

Posted 02/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, February 4, 2021 (10:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twelve (12) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/4/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3596 (one case transferred) cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, February 1st, and running until February 5th...

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COVID-19 Update (2/3/21)

Posted 02/04/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, February 3, 2021 (9:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eleven (11) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/3/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3585 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (2/3/21) the health department performed 2...

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COVID-19 Update (2/2/21)

Posted 02/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, February 2, 2021 (9:00 pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated death for 2/2/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/2/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3574 cases, including sixty-four (64) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue fo...

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Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

Posted 02/02/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics 2/1/21 – Higher Education 1st and 2nd doses and Home for Men 2nd doses, by appointment. 2/2/21 – Higher Education 1st and 2nd doses, by appointment and St. Joseph 2nd doses (on site). 2/3/21 – 80yrs+ 2nd dose, by appointment (from vaccinations on 1/6/21 and 1/7/21). 2/4/21 – 65yrs+ 1st dose, by appointment (names from WV COVID-19 Vaccine Registration System). 2/5/21 – 80yrs+ 2nd dose, by appointment (from vaccinations on 1/8/21 and 1/9/21). ...

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COVID-19 Update (2/1/21)

Posted 02/02/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, February 1, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fourteen (14) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 2/1/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3568 cases, including sixty-two (62) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (2/1/21) the health department performed 38 CO...

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COVID-19 Update (1/31/21)

Posted 02/01/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, January 31, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-four (24) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/30-31/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3554 cases, including sixty-two (62) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, February 1st, and running until February 5th, the Wheeling-...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Update

Posted 01/30/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Update Starting Monday February 1st the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will begin to move all vaccination efforts to a community vaccination center.  The Community Vaccine Clinic will be utilized by the health department and other healthcare partners for future vaccinations.  Appointments are necessary for all COVID-19 vaccinations.  The COVID-19 community vaccination center at the Highlands will be located in the old Michaels Craft Store/Spirit Halloween Store...

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COVID-19 Update (1/29/21)

Posted 01/30/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, January 29, 2021 (10:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty (20) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/29/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3530 cases, including sixty-two (62) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (1/29/21) the health department performed 39 COVID...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Update

Posted 01/29/21

COVID-19 Vaccination Update January 29, 2021 Starting Monday February 1st the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will begin to move all vaccination efforts to a community vaccination center.  This community vaccination center will be utilized by the health department and other healthcare partners for future vaccinations.  Appointments are necessary for all COVID-19 vaccinations.  The COVID-19 community vaccination center at the Highlands will be located in the old Michaels Craft Sto...

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COVID-19 Update (1/28/21)

Posted 01/29/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, January 28, 2021 (10:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-one (21) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/28/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3510 cases, including sixty-two (62) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community testing today (1/28/21) the health department perfo...

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COVID-19 Update (1/27/21)

Posted 01/28/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, January 27, 2021 (10:30pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/27/21. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/27/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3489 cases, including sixty-two (62) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue ...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments (1/29/21)

Posted 01/27/21

Wednesday, January 27, 2021 (9:30am) All appointments for the January 29, 2021 Regional Community Vaccination clinic in Moundsville, 65yrs+, have been made. Do not call the (304) 234-3798, (304) 234-3756 or (304) 234-3682 numbers to schedule an appointment. We hope to receive more vaccines soon and will make announcements for future vaccinations. Please continue to register with the statewide COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline for future appointments. Call (833)-734-0965....

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COVID-19 Update (1/26/21)

Posted 01/27/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, January 26, 2021 (10:00pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/26/21.   The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-five (25) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/26/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3471 cases, including sixty-one (61) dea...

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Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic - Moundsville

Posted 01/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, January 19, 2021 (12:00noon) MARSHALL COUNTY, WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY AND WETZEL / TYLER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS TO HOST REGIONAL VACCINATION CLINIC The Health Departments of Marshall County, Wheeling-Ohio County and Wetzel / Tyler County are announcing a regional COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for county residents aged 65 years old and older.  The region is scheduled to receive 400 doses of Moderna vaccine for this cl...

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COVID-19 Update (1/25/21)

Posted 01/26/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, January 25, 2021 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/25/21.   The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty (30) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/25/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3446 (two cases were transferred out) cases, including ...

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COVID-19 Update (1/23-24/21)

Posted 01/25/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, January 24, 2021 (10:15 pm) DATA FOR SATURDAY & SUNDAY The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/24/21.   The individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-six (36) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/24/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3418 cases, incl...

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West Virginia First State to Launch Everbridge COVID-19 Vaccination Pre-Registration System

Posted 01/24/21

(1/24/21) West Virginians will now have access to a COVID-19 vaccination pre-registration tool available statewide. West Virginia is the first state to deploy this new system through Everbridge, a global provider of critical event management technologies. The tool enables West Virginians to pre-register for COVID-19 vaccination and receive updates through text, phone and/or email. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) will launch the new service at 8 a.m., Monday...

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COVID-19 West Virginia Vaccine Registration Information

Posted 01/23/21

Starting Monday January 25th West Virginia residents must call the COVID-19 Vaccine hotline number or register via the website listed below to get on a reserve list for a vaccination.  The state database and call center will open at 8:00 AM Monday 01/25/2021.  When it opens, people will be able to register online at www.vaccinate.wv.gov .  If they do not have internet or would prefer to do it over the telephone the call center number will be (833) 734-0965. At this time it is still limited...

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COVID-19 Update (1/22/21)

Posted 01/23/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, January 22, 2021 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-two (32) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/22/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3381 cases, including fifty-eight (58) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. During the community mass testing today (1/22/21), the health department performed 54 CO...

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COVID-19 Update (1/21/21)

Posted 01/22/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, January 21, 2021 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/21/21.   The individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-three (23) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/21/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3349 (one case was transferr...

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COVID-19 Update (1/20/21)

Posted 01/21/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, January 20, 2021 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-four (24) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/20/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3327 cases, including fifty-seven (57) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. During the community mass testing today (1/20/21), the health dep...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments (Full)

Posted 01/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, January 20, 2021 (9:30am) All appointments for the Regional vaccination clinic in Moundsville, 65yrs+, have been made. Do not call the (304) 234-3798, (304) 234-3756 or (304) 234-3682 numbers to schedule an appointment. We hope to receive more vaccines soon and will make announcements for future vaccinations....

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COVID-19 Update (1/19/21)

Posted 01/20/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, January 189, 2021 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-one (31) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/19/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3303 cases, including fifty-seven (57) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. During the community mass testing today (1/19/21), the health depa...

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Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for county residents aged 65yrs+.

Posted 01/19/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, January 19, 2021 (12:00noon)   MARSHALL COUNTY, WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY AND WETZEL / TYLER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS TO HOST REGIONAL VACCINATION CLINIC   The Health Departments of Marshall County, Wheeling-Ohio County and Wetzel / Tyler County are announcing a regional COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for county residents aged 65 years old and older.  The region is scheduled to receive 400 doses of Moderna...

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COVID-19 Update (1/18/21)

Posted 01/19/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, January 18, 2021 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty (40) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/18/21.  Eighteen (18) of the new cases are part of an outbreak at a local assisted living facility in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3272 cases, including fifty-seven (57) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring contin...

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Future COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments

Posted 01/18/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT  PRESS RELEASE  Monday, January 18, 2021 (9:00am) When future community vaccination clinics are announced the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will schedule COVID-19 vaccination appointments using a call center number.  At this time community vaccination clinic appointments will be residents 65 years old and older. For an appointment call (304) 234-3798. Do not call this number until the clinics have been announced.  No clinics hav...

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COVID-19 Update (1/17/21)

Posted 01/18/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, January 17, 2021 (9:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-six (36) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/17/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3232 cases, including fifty-seven (57) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, January 18th, and running until January 22nd...

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COVID-19 Update (1/16/21)

Posted 01/17/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Saturday, January 16, 2021 (7:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nineteen (19) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/16/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3195 cases, including fifty-seven (57) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, January 18th, and running until January 22nd...

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COVID-19 Update (1/15/21)

Posted 01/16/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, January 15, 2021 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-three (33) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/15/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3176 cases, including fifty-seven (57) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. During the community mass testing today (1/15/21), the health depa...

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COVID-19 Update (1/14/21)

Posted 01/15/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, January 14, 2021 (10:45 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/14/21.   The individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-six (46) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/14/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3143 cases, including fifty-se...

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COVID-19 Update (1/13/21)

Posted 01/14/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, January 13, 2021 (10:45 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated death for 1/13/21.   One individual was hospitalized at the time of their death and the other individual was a resident of a local long term care facility. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-three (23) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/13/21.  Currently...

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COVID-19 Update (1/12/21)

Posted 01/13/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, January 12, 2021 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated death for 1/12/21.  Both individuals were hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-two (22) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/12/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3075 (one case was removed) cases, ...

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INTERIM HEALTH OFFICER APPOINTED TO BOARD OF HEALTH - 2021

Posted 01/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT  PRESS RELEASE  INTERIM HEALTH OFFICER APPOINTED TO BOARD OF HEALTH Tuesday, January 12, 2021 - The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health has appointed Thomas G. Wack, MD as Interim County Health Officer.  The Board of Health officially appointed Dr. Wack during their regular meeting on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. Dr. Wack succeeds Dr. William C Mercer who officially left the position on December 31, 2020.  Dr. Mercer served as county health...

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COVID-19 Update (1/11/21)

Posted 01/12/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, January 11, 2021 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/11/21.  The individual was a resident of a local long term care center at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-four (34) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/11/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3053 ca...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments (All Scheduled)

Posted 01/11/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE  Monday, January 11, 2021 (9:30am)   All appointments for the 3rd round of 80+ year old vaccinations have been made.  Do not call the (304) 234-3798, (304) 234-3756 or (304) 234-3682 numbers to schedule an appointment. We hope to receive more vaccines soon and will make announcements for future vaccinations.

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COVID-19 Update (1/10/21)

Posted 01/11/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, January 10, 2021 (10:15 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-six (36) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/10/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 3019 cases, including fifty-one (51) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, January 11th, and running until January 15th,...

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COVID-19 80yrs+ Vaccination Appointments

Posted 01/10/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT  PRESS RELEASE  Friday, January 8, 2021 (4:00 pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing additional COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Ohio County residents 80 years old and older. Friday, January 15, 2021 Saturday, January 16, 2021 Monday, January 18, 2021 Tuesday, January 19, 2021 All COVID-19 clinics will be held from 9:00am to 12:10pm with appointments every 10 minutes. The clinics will be held a...

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COVID-19 Update (1/9/21)

Posted 01/10/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Saturday, January 9, 2021 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nineteen (19) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/9/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2983 (one case was transferred) cases, including fifty-one (51) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, January 11th, and ru...

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COVID-19 Update (1/8/21)

Posted 01/09/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, January 8, 2021 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/8/21.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-seven (37) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/8/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2965 (two cases were transferred) cases,...

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COVID-19 Testing Clinics for January 11 - 15, 2021

Posted 01/08/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, January 8, 2021 (4:00 pm)   Starting Monday, January 11th, and running until January 15th, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinic at one location in Ohio County.       Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing 11:00am – 4:00pm  Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street   The free clinic is for those with or without symptoms and no ins...

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COVID-19 Update (1/7/20)

Posted 01/08/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, January 7, 2021 (11:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifty-two (52) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/7/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2930 cases, including fifty (50) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (1/7/21), the health department pe...

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COVID-19 Update (1/6/21)

Posted 01/07/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, January 6, 2021 (11:19 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) COVID-19 associated death for 1/6/21.  All three individuals were hospitalized at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing sixty (60) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/6/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2878 cases, including fifty...

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COVID-19 80yrs + Vaccination Appointments

Posted 01/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE  Wednesday, January 6, 2021 (11:00 am)   All appointments for the 2nd round of 80+ year old vaccinations have been made.  Do not call the (304) 234-3756 or (304) 234-3682 numbers. We hope to receive more vaccines soon and will make announcements for future vaccinations.

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COVID-19 Update (1/5/21)

Posted 01/06/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, January 5, 2021 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for 1/5/21.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty (20) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/5/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2818 cases, including forty-seven (47) deaths. Case surveillanc...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for 80 yr and older Ohio County Residents

Posted 01/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT  PRESS RELEASE  Tuesday, January 5, 2021 (5:00pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing additional COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Ohio County residents 80 years old and older. Thursday, January 7, 2021 Friday, January 8, 2021 Saturday, January 9, 2021 Sunday, January 10, 2021 Monday, January 11, 2021 Tuesday, January 12, 2021 Wednesday, January 13, 2021 Thursday, January 14, 2021 All COV...

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FALSE COVID-19 VACCINE TEXT MESSAGE

Posted 01/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT  PRESS RELEASE  Monday, January 5, 2021 (10:30 am)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department was alerted today, January 5, 2021, about a false mass text announcement concerning vaccinations for persons 80 years or over.   At this time, all COVID-19 vaccinations are done by appointment.  If you know anyone who received a mass text message concerning the health department giving COVID-19 vaccinations on January 6th from 9-3...

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COVID-19 Update (1/4/21)

Posted 01/05/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, January 4, 2021 (10:00 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) COVID-19 associated deaths for 1/4/21.  One individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility and two individuals were hospitalized at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-three (23) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/4/21.  Currently, the health depart...

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COVID-19 Vaccinations for 80+ Residents (Ohio Co)

Posted 01/04/21

All appointments for the 1st round of 80+ year old vaccinations have been made. We hope to receive more vaccines soon and will make announcements for future vaccinations.

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COVID-19 Update (1/3/21)

Posted 01/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, January 3, 2021 (7:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nineteen (19) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/3/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2774 cases, including forty-three (43) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, January 4th, and running until January 8th, the Wheeling-Ohio C...

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COVID-19 Update (1/2/21)

Posted 01/03/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Saturday, January 2, 2021 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forth-four (44) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/2/21.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 27155 cases (one case was transferred to another county), including forty-three (43) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, January 4th,...

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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic 80yrs old and over

Posted 01/02/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT  PRESS RELEASE  Saturday, January 2, 2021 (9:00am) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold an 80 years old and older COVID-19 clinic on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The clinic will be held at the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department (City/County Building, 1500 Chapline Street, Wheeling) and will be by appointment.  For an appointment call (304) 234-3682 starting 8:30am on Monday, January 4, 2020. The hea...

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COVID Vaccination Clinics UPDATE (1/2/21)

Posted 01/02/21

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is currently running COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics as well as COVID-19 Testing Clinics. Vaccination Clinics are announced when vaccine has been released to the department or when the department has been notified by the State Health Department to vaccinate a specific group.  If the department is asked to vaccinate a specific group, individuals maybe asked to register through their employer or state association.  Eligible individuals will then receive...

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COVID-19 Update (1/1/21)

Posted 01/02/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, January 1, 2021 (10:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for 1/1/21. Currently, the health department reports a total of 2711 cases, including forty-two (43) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, January 4th, and running until January 8th, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Dep...

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COVID-19 Update (12/31/20)

Posted 01/01/21

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, December 31, 2020 (11:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing sixty-two (62) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 31, 2020.  The cases include 18 from a local long-term care facility, 5 from corrections, and 2 from a local university.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2693 cases, including forty-two (43) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring con...

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COVID-19 Update (12/30/20)

Posted 12/31/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, December 30, 2020 (10:00 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated deaths for December 30, 2020.  One individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility and one individual was hospitalized at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-two (22) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 30, 2020.  Currently, ...

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COVID-19 Vaccinations for Phase 1-B Group

Posted 12/30/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, December 29, 2020 (10:00 pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is in week three of the initial allotment of COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer-BioTech COVID-19 Vaccine) for public vaccinations.  At this time the department is vaccinating the individuals in the Phase 1-B group with their first of two vaccinations.  This group includes Community Infrastructure, Emergency Response, First Responders and Public ...

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COVID-19 Testing Clinics

Posted 12/30/20

Starting Monday, January 4th, and running until January 8th, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics at two locations in Ohio County. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing  11:00am – 4:00pm Valley Grove Volunteer Fire Department, 355 Fire House Lane, Valley Grove WV Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street The free clinics are for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed. Participants need ...

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COVID Update (12/30/20)

Posted 12/30/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, December 29, 2020 (10:00 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for December 29, 2020.  The individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-two (32) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 29, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total...

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COVID-19 Update (12/28/20)

Posted 12/29/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, December 28, 2020 (10:00 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated death for December 28, 2020.  One individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility and one individual was hospitalized at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-four (24) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 28, 2020.  Currently, the...

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COVID-19 Update (12/27/20)

Posted 12/28/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, December 27, 2020 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-three (33) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 27, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2553 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, December 28th, and running until December 29th, the ...

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COVID-19 Update (12/26/20)

Posted 12/27/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Saturday, December 25, 2020 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-nine (29) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 26, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2520 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, December 28th, and running until December 29th, t...

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COVID-19 Update (12/24/20)

Posted 12/25/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, December 24, 2020 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-two (42) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 24, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2491 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, December 28th, and running until December 29th, t...

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COVID-19 Update (12/23/20)

Posted 12/24/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, December 23, 2020 (8:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-six (26) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 23, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2449 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, December 28th, and running until December 29th, th...

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COVID-19 Testing Clinics December 28 & 29

Posted 12/23/20

Starting Monday, December 28th, and running until December 29th, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics at three locations in Ohio County.    The lab used for processing will have shorter hours for the holiday week, as a result, the department's testing clinics are shorter. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing December 28th:  11:00am – 4:00pm December 29th:  9:00am – 11:00am Valley Grove Volunteer Fire Department, 355 Fire ...

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COVID-19 (Update 12/22/20)

Posted 12/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, December 22, 2020 (10:30 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-four (24) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 22, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2423 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (12/22/2020), t...

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COVID-19 Update (12/21/20)

Posted 12/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Monday, December 21, 2020 (10:45 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-three (33) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 21, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2399 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (12/21/2020), t...

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COVI-19 Update (12/20/20)

Posted 12/21/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Sunday, December 20, 2020 (9:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-five (35) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 20, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2366 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, December 21st, and running until December 22th, the Wh...

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COVID-19 Update (12/19/20)

Posted 12/20/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Saturday, December 19, 2020 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-five (25) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 19, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2331 cases, including thirty-seven (37) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (12/19/2020), the health de...

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COVID-19 Update (12/18/20)

Posted 12/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Friday, December 18, 2020 (11:00 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) COVID-19 associated death for December 18, 2020.  Three individuals were residents of a local long-term care facility and one individual was hospitalized at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-nine(49) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 18, 2020.  Currently,...

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COVID-19 Testing Clinics

Posted 12/18/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department COVID Testing Starting Monday, December 21st, and running until December 22nd, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics at three locations in Ohio County. December 21st:  11:00am – 4:00pm December 22nd:  9:00am – 11:00am Valley Grove Volunteer Fire Department, 355 Fire House Lane, Valley Grove WV Warwood Fire Station, Station 9, 1301 Richland Avenue Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Waba...

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COVID-19 Update (12/17/20)

Posted 12/18/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Thursday, December 17, 2020 (8:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-three(43) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 17, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2257 cases, including thirty (33) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (12/17/2020), the health departme...

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COVID-19 Update (12/16/20)

Posted 12/17/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Wednesday, December 16, 2020 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-one (21) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 16, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2214 cases, including thirty (33) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (12/16/2020...

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COVID-19 Vaccine Update (12/16/20)

Posted 12/16/20

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department received the initial allotment of COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer-BioTech COVID-19 Vaccine) for public vaccinations.  At this time we are vaccinating the individuals in the Phase 1-B group with their first of two vaccinations.  This group includes Community Infrastructure, Emergency Response, First Responders and Public Health. When more vaccine arrives or additional groups are identified for vaccination we will provide more notification.

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COVID-19 Update (12/15/20)

Posted 12/16/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT   PRESS RELEASE   Tuesday, December 15, 2020 (10:45 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for December 15, 2020.  The individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-one (41) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 15, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total...

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COVID-19 Update (12/14/20)

Posted 12/15/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, December 14, 2020 (10:45 pm)  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated death for December 14, 2020.  One individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility and one individual was hospitalized at the time of their deaths. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-eight (38) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 14, 2020.  Currently, the...

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COVID-19 Update (12/13/20)

Posted 12/14/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, December 13, 2020 (9:30 pm)  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for December 13, 2020.  The individual was a resident of a local long-term care facility at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-six (26) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 13, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2...

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COVID-19 Update (12/12/20)

Posted 12/13/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, December 12, 2020 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing sixteen (16) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 12, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2085 cases, including twenty-nine (29) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community mass testing today (12/12/2020), the health depa...

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COVID-19 Vaccine Statement

Posted 12/12/20

We are dedicated to ensuring that all residents of Ohio County and West Virginians have access to a COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible. The initial focus of West Virginia's vaccine distribution is to take care of the most vulnerable in our state. Vaccines will be in limited supply at the beginning, so the first phase will be distributed to individuals in high-risk settings such as healthcare, first response, long-term care facilities, and education. This approach is imperative to preserve ...

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COVID-19 Update (12/11/20)

Posted 12/12/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, December 11, 2020 (8:25 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifty (50) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for December 11, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 2069 cases, including twenty-nine (29) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community mass testing today (12/11/2020), the health departme...

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COVID-19 Update (12/10/20)

Posted 12/11/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, December 10, 2020 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) COVID-19 associated deaths for December 10, 2020.  One individual was hospitalized at the time of their death the other three were residents of a local long-term care facility at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-four (34) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Decem...

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COVID-19 Update (12/9/20)

Posted 12/10/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, December 9, 2020 (11:00pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for December 9, 2020.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-four (44) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Wednesday, December 9, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1985 cases (1 ca...

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COVID-19 Update (12/8/20)

Posted 12/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, December 8, 2020 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-eight (28) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Tuesday, December 8, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1942 cases (7 cases were transferred to another county), including twenty-five (25) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During ...

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COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions

Posted 12/08/20

This information is based on currently available evidence, resources, information, emergency use authorization and expert opinion and is subject to change. As evidence regarding the use of COVID-19 vaccine for individuals emerges, it will be necessary to modify this document. Why are COVID-19 vaccines an important strategy against eradicating COVID-19? Immunizations are important to prevent and reduce severity of disease. The benefits of vaccine acquired immunity outweigh the serious r...

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COVID-19 Update (12/7/20)

Posted 12/08/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, December 7, 2020 (10:30pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) COVID-19 associated deaths for December 7, 2020.  One individual was hospitalized at the time of their death the other two were residents of a local long-term care facility at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Monday, Decemb...

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COVID-19 Update (12/6/20)

Posted 12/07/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, December 6, 2020 (10:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-three (43) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, December 6, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1904 cases, including twenty (22) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, December 7th, and running until December 12th...

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COVID-19 Update (12/5/20)

Posted 12/06/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, December 5, 2020 (10:30 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-eight (28) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Saturday, December 5, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1861 cases, including twenty (22) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community mass testing today (12/5/2020), the...

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Ohio County Free COVID-19 Testing Clinics

Posted 12/05/20

Starting Monday, December 7th and running until December 12th, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics at three locations in Ohio County.       Ohio County COVID Testing December 7th-December 12th 11 am-4 pm   Valley Grove Volunteer Fire Department 355 Fire House Lane, Valley Grove WV   Warwood Fire Station, Station 9 1301 Richland Avenue   Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5 11 North Wabash Street   The free clinics are for ...

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COVID-19 Update (12/4/20)

Posted 12/05/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, December 4, 2020 (10:15 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-three (43) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Friday, December 4, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1833 cases, including twenty (22) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community mass testing today (12/4/2020), the heal...

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COVID-19 Update (12/3/20)

Posted 12/04/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, December 3, 2020 (11:00 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated deaths for December 3, 2020.  One individual was hospitalized at the time of their death the other was a resident of a local long term care facility at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-six (46) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Thursday, Decemb...

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COVID-19 Update (12/2/20)

Posted 12/03/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, December 2, 2020 (10:30 pm) The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated deaths for December 2, 2020.  Both individuals were hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-two (32) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Wednesday, December 2, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1744 (two cases ...

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COVID-19 Update (12/1/20)

Posted 12/02/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, December 1, 2020 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-five (35) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Tuesday, December 1, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1714 (one case was transferred out)  cases, including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community mass t...

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COVID-19 Update (11/30/20)

Posted 12/01/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, November 30, 2020 (10:45pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-nine (39) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Monday, November 30, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1680 cases, including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases.   During the community mass testing today (11/30/2020), the hea...

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COVID-19 Update 11/29/20)

Posted 11/30/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, November 29, 2020 (12:00midnight) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing sixty-five (65) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, November 29, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1641 cases, including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, November 30th, and running until Dece...

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COVID-19 Update (11/28/20)

Posted 11/29/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, November 28, 2020 (10:45pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-four (24) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Saturday, November 28, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1576 cases, including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, November 30th, and running until Decemb...

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COVID-19 Update (11/27/20)

Posted 11/28/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, November 27, 2020 (11:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-three (43) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Friday, November 27, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1552 cases, including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, November 30th, and running until December...

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COVID-19 Update (11/16/20)

Posted 11/27/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, November 26, 2020 (10:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-eight (28) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Thursday, November 26, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1509 cases, including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continue for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, November 30th, and running until Dec...

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COVID-19 Update (11/25/20)

Posted 11/26/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, November 25, 2020 (11:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifty-six (56) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Wednesday, November 25, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1481 cases (1 case was transferred to other WV counties), including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.   During t...

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COVID-19 Update (11/24/20)

Posted 11/25/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, November 24, 2020 (11:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-one (31) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Tuesday, November 24, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1425 cases (1 case was transferred to other WV counties), including eighteen (18) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.   During the ...

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COVID-19 Update (11/23/20)

Posted 11/24/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, November 23, 2020 (11:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated death for November 23, 2020.  Both individuals were residents of a long-term care center in Wheeling and hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-five (35) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, November 23, 2020.  Currently, the health depart...

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COVID-19 Update (11/22/20)

Posted 11/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, November 22, 2020 (10:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-nine (29) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, November 22, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1362 cases (6 cases were transferred to other WV counties), including sixteen (16) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday...

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COVID-19 Update (11/21/20)

Posted 11/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, November 21, 2020 (11:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty (40) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Saturday, November 21, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1339 cases, including sixteen (16) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (11/21/2020), the health ...

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CDC - Holiday Travel & College Students (COVID-19)

Posted 11/21/20

CDC has provided the following guidance for holiday travel and collect students: With Thanksgiving fast approaching, many college students are returning home to spend time with family. CDC’s Celebrating Thanksgiving tip sheet is a resource to help people take steps to make their Thanksgiving holiday safer. Additionally, another resource that can be shared is Holiday Celebrations & Small Gatherings for reducing the spread of COVID-19 to keep friends, families, and communities healthy a...

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Free COVID-19 Testing - Ohio County

Posted 11/21/20

Starting Monday, November 23rd and running until Wednesday, November 25th, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics at three locations in Ohio County. Ohio County COVID Testing November 23rd and 24th 11am - 4pm; November 25th 9am-12noon Valley Grove Volunteer Fire Department, 355 Fire House Lane, Valley Grove WV Warwood Fire Station, Station 9, 1301 Richland Avenue Wheeling Island Fire Station, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street The free clinics ...

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COVID-19 Update (11/20/20)

Posted 11/21/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, November 20, 2020 (11:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fourth-four (44) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Friday, November 20, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1299 cases, including sixteen (16) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (11/20/2020), the healt...

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COVID-19 Update (11/19/20)

Posted 11/20/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, November 19, 2020 (11:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing sixty-four (64) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Thursday, November 19, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1255 (one case was transferred) cases, including sixteen (16) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testi...

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COVID Update (11/18/20)

Posted 11/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, November 18, 2020 (10:45pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death for November 18, 2020.  The individual was a resident of a long-term care center in Wheeling at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-four (44) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Tuesday, November 18, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a t...

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COVID-19 Update (11/17/20 11:15pm)

Posted 11/18/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, November 17, 2020 (11:15pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) COVID-19 associated death.  The individual was a resident of a long-term care center in Wheeling and was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifty-one (51) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Tuesday, November 17, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total...

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COVID-19 Update (11/16/20 11:21pm)

Posted 11/17/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, November 16, 2020 (11:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) COVID-19 associated deaths.  One was a resident of a long-term care center in Wheeling and the other was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-six (36) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Monday, November 16, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total ...

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Free COVID-19 Testing (Ohio County)

Posted 11/16/20

Starting Monday, November 16th and running until Saturday, November 21st, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold free COVID-19 testing clinics at three locations in Ohio County. Ohio County COVID Testing November 16 – 21, 2020 11 am-4 pm Valley Grove Volunteer Fire Department, 355 Fire House Lane, Valley Grove WV Warwood Fire Station, Station 9, 1301 Richland Avenue Wheeling Island Fire Department, Station 5, 11 North Wabash Street The free clinics are for those with or...

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COVID-19 Update (11/15/20 9:00pm)

Posted 11/16/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, November 15, 2020 (9:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, November 15, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1066 cases, including twelve (12) deaths (the count was corrected, one was already counted, but not announced). Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. ...

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COVID-19 Update (11/14/20 11:30pm)

Posted 11/15/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, November 14, 2020 (11:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) COVID-19 associated deaths.  All three deaths were residents of a long term care center in Wheeling. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifty-five (55) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Saturday, November 14, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 1048 cases, including thirteen (...

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COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice broadens statewide indoor face covering requirement; announces adjustments to school and athletics calendars

Posted 11/14/20

CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice joined West Virginia health leaders and other officials today for his latest daily press briefing regarding the State’s COVID-19 response. STATEWIDE INDOOR FACE COVERING REQUIREMENT UPDATED With COVID-19 case numbers continuing to set record highs in West Virginia, Gov. Jim Justice announced Friday that he has issued an executive order, amending and broadening his Statewide Indoor Face Covering Requirement.  “In West Virginia, today, we have 339 peo...

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COVID-19 (Update 11/13/20 11:30pm)

Posted 11/14/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, November 13, 2020 (11:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nineteen (19) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Friday, November 13, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 993 cases, including ten (10) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (11/13/2020), the healt...

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COVID-19 Update (11/12/20 10:30pm)

Posted 11/13/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, November 12, 2020 (10:37pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-five (35) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Thursday, November 12, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 974 cases (2 earlier cases were transferred), including ten (10) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community ...

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COVID-19 Update (11/11/20 9:00pm)

Posted 11/12/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, November 11, 2020 (9:00 pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifty-nine (59) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Wednesday, November 11, 2020.  This includes sixteen (16) cases that are linked to a long term care center.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 941 cases (4 earlier cases were transferred), including ten (10) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, a...

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COVID-19 Update (11/10/20 5:30pm)

Posted 11/10/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, November 10, 2020 (5:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-two (32) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, November 10, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 854 cases (1 early case was transferred), including ten (10) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testi...

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COVID-19 Update (11/9/20 4:45pm)

Posted 11/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, November 9, 2020 (4:45pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing the tenth (10) death of an Ohio County resident from complications related to COVID-19.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, November 9, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of...

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Department Facebook Page

Posted 11/09/20

The Facebook page for the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has not worked since the general election.  All announcements, media, or other information are provided to the local media and are on the department's website.  Hope to have the problem fixed soon.

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COVID-19 Update (11/8/20 9:00pm)

Posted 11/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, November 8, 2020 (9:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty (30) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Sunday, November 8, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 836 cases, including nine (9) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.   Starting Monday, November 9th and running until ...

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COVID-19 Update (11/7/20 4:30pm)

Posted 11/07/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, November 7, 2020 (4:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing forty-one (41) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Wednesday, November 7, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 806 cases, including nine (9) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (11/7/2020), the healt...

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COVID-19 Update (11/6/20 5:30pm)

Posted 11/07/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, November 6, 2020 (5:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Wednesday, November 6, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 765 cases (two previous cases were transferred to other county health departments), including nine (9) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported ca...

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COVID-19 Update (11/5/20 5:30pm)

Posted 11/05/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, November 5, 2020 (5:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twenty-three (23) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Wednesday, November 4, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 749 cases, including nine (9) deaths. Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  During the community mass testing today (11/5/202...

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COVID-19 Update and Testing Clinics

Posted 11/01/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, November 1, 2020 (9:00am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eighteen (18) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County for Saturday, October 31, 2020.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 638 cases, including nine (9) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Starting Monday, November 2nd and running until Saturday, Novemb...

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Halloween Update for Ohio County (10/31/20)

Posted 10/31/20

At this time, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is advising all residents and organizations in Ohio County that Halloween events are cancelled for 10/31/20.  The County is currently GOLD. The County Health Departments in the Northern Panhandle agreed on uniformed guidance on potential Halloween events.  The City of Wheeling and the Ohio County Commission was advised on this decision earlier this month. At that time, the county health departments agree that Trick or Treat and/or ...

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COVID Update (10/20/20 5:00pm)

Posted 10/31/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, October 30, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing thirty-four (34) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 620 cases, including nine (9) deaths.  The new cases include four (4) from testing at Wheeling University.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.   In...

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COVID-19 Update (10/26/20 7:30am)

Posted 10/26/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, October 26, 2020 (7:30am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Cases are from Saturday and Sunday.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 523 cases, including eight (8) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Wheeling Central Catholic High School and the Wheeling-Oh...

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COVID-19 Update (10/22/20 4:30pm)

Posted 10/22/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, October 22, 2020 (4:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new positive cases and one (1) probable case of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 496 cases, including eight (8) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Three (3) new positive COVID-19 cases have been identified at West Lib...

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COVID-19 Case Update (10/19/20 4:30pm)

Posted 10/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, October 19, 2020 (4:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 462 cases, including ten (10) probable cases and seven (7) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonre...

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COVID-19 Case Update (10/14/20 4:30pm)

Posted 10/14/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, October 14, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twelve (12) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 438 cases, including nine (9) probable cases and seven (7) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.   Investigation to date indicates that cases are associa...

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COVID-19 Update (10/13/20 5:00pm)

Posted 10/13/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, October 13, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 426 cases, including nine (9) probable cases and seven (7) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.   A single positive COVID-19 case has been identified at Cor...

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COVID-19 Update (10/8/20 4:30pm)

Posted 10/08/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, October 8, 2020 (4:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 405 cases, including nine (9) probable cases and seven (7) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. A single positive COVID-19 case has been identified at Central Catholic High S...

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COVID-19 Case Update (10/7/20 5:00pm)

Posted 10/07/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, October 7, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new cases of COVID-19 and two (2) new probable cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 397 cases, including nine (9) probable cases and seven (7) deaths.   One recent case was transferred to a neighboring county health department and two recent cases tested negative in recent ...

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COVID-19 Case Update (10/3/20 8:30pm)

Posted 10/04/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, October 3, 2020 (8:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing six (6) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 390 cases, including seven (7) probable cases and seven (7) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. A single positive COVID-19 case has been identified at Wheeling Park High Schoo...

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COVID-19 Positive Case Update (9/25/20 4:30pm)

Posted 09/25/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, September 25, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 369 cases, including seven (7) probable cases and six (6) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. An Ohio Valley Regional Transportation Authority bus driver has tested...

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COVID-19 Positive Case Update (9/24/20, 4:30pm)

Posted 09/24/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, September 24, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 368 cases, including eight (7) probable cases and six (6) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. An Ohio Valley Regional Transportation Authority bus driver has tes...

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Update on COVID-19 Restrictions

Posted 09/18/20

COVID-19 Updates From WV Governor's Office https://dhhr.wv.gov/COVID-19/Pages/default.aspx  GOLD, ORANGE, AND RED COUNTIES | TRAVEL SPORTS PROHIBITED (September 15, 2020) Travel sports teams are prohibited from participating in games, practices, or any other types of competition within counties designated as gold, orange, or red in the color-coded County Alert System map.​ This restriction does not apply to teams that play in defined, relatively small geographic areas, such as within ...

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COVID-19 Case Update (9/16/20 4:30pm)

Posted 09/16/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, September 16, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 344 cases, including six (6) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. On Monday, September 21, 2020, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health ...

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Community COVID-19 Testing Event - September 21, 2020

Posted 09/16/20

On Monday, September 21, 2020, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will hold a Free COVID-19 Testing Clinic. This COVID-19 Testing Clinic will be held at:  Highlands (Power Center lower parking lot near Old Navy, 565 Cabela Drive) This is an open clinic with no residency restrictions.  The clinic is for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed.  Participants need to bring a driver’s license, photo ID or other proof of address.  Patients ...

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COVID Positive Case Update (9/14/20 5:00pm)

Posted 09/14/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, September 14, 2020 (5:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 336 cases, including six (6) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vacation travel, ...

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COVID-19 Case Update (9/11/20 8:30pm)

Posted 09/12/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, September 11, 2020 (8:30 pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eleven (11) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 327 cases, including four (4) probable cases, and six (6) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing, and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases.  Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resid...

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COVID-19 Case Update (9/10/20)

Posted 09/10/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday September 10, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 316 cases, including four (4) probable cases, and six (6) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with re...

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COVID-19 New Cases (9/9/20 7:30am)

Posted 09/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday September 9, 2020 (7:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  These are new cases since September 4th.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 312 cases, including four (4) probable cases, and six (6) deaths.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to d...

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COVID-19 Death Notice

Posted 08/25/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, August 25, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing a fifth death of an Ohio County resident from complications related to COVID-19.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death. Currently, the health department reports a total of 292 cases, including four (4) probable cases, five (5) positives from the higher education testing and five (5) deaths.  Case surveillance con...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (8/23/20 7:00am)

Posted 08/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, August 23, 2020 (7:00am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  The three (3) new cases are from Wednesday evening to Sunday morning.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 292 cases, including four (4) probable cases, five (5) positives from the higher education testing and four deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues fo...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (8/19/20 5:00pm)

Posted 08/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, August 19, 2020 (5:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  The thirteen (13) new cases are from Thursday evening to Wednesday evening.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 289 cases, including four (4) probable cases and four deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Wheeling-Ohi...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (8/13/20 4:00pm)

Posted 08/13/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, August 13, 2020 (4:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  These are cases from Sunday morning to Thursday evening.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 276 cases, including three (3) probable cases and four deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Health D...

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Free Community COVID-19 Testing Clinics Scheduled

Posted 08/13/20

Marshall County Health Department and Marshall County Emergency Management will be hosting another community COVID 19 testing event on August 21, 2020.  The testing will be at John Marshall High School from 11:00am – 7:00pm.  Testing will be at the rear of John Marshall.  Those wishing to be tested need to bring proof of identification.  For those under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must be present.  For more information call (304) 845-7840. The Hancock County Health Department w...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (8/9/20 10:00am)

Posted 08/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, August 9, 2020 (10:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  These are cases from Friday evening to Sunday morning.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 271 cases, including three (3) probable cases and four deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Health Depart...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (8/7/20 2:00pm)

Posted 08/07/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, August 7, 2020 (2:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County and three (3) probable cases.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 269 cases, including four deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Health Department and Wheeling-Ohio County Emergency Management Agency...

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Higher Education COVID-19 Testing West Liberty University & Wheeling University

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Annual Rabies Bait Drop Set to Begin August 3, 2020

Posted 07/31/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Announces Rabies Bait Drop for Local Areas WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is advising residents of Ohio County and the Northern Panhandle that a raccoon rabies bait drop will be conducted beginning August 15, 2020 to August 26, 2020.  This year’s program will include a special bait dropping in a small section along the Ohio River in the Northern Panhandle to be flown by helicopter August 3-5. Raccoons in West Virginia w...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases & Death Notice (Friday July 31, 2020 8:00am)

Posted 07/31/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, July 31, 2020 (8:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing a fourth death of an Ohio County resident from complications related to COVID-19.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death. Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  The cases represent new cases from Wednesday thru Thursday.  Currently, the health de...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (7/29/20 5:00pm)

Posted 07/30/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, July 29, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  The cases represent new cases from Monday thru Wednesday.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 250 positive cases, including three deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (July 27, 2020 5:00pm)

Posted 07/27/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, July 27, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fifteen (15) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  The cases represent new cases from Saturday, Sunday and today.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 245 positive cases, including three deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date ind...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (July 23, 2020 5:00pm)

Posted 07/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, July 23, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 221 positive cases, including three death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vacat...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (July 22, 2020 5:00pm)

Posted 07/22/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, July 22, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing twelve (12) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 212 positive cases, including three death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident v...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (July 21, 2020 5:00pm)

Posted 07/21/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, July 21, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 200 positive cases, including three death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vacati...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (July 20, 2020 4:00pm)

Posted 07/20/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, July 20, 2020 (4:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eleven (11) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 191 positive cases, including three death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vaca...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (July 19, 2020 10:00am)

Posted 07/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, July 19, 2020 (10:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing eight (8) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 180 positive cases, including three death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vacat...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (7/16/20 6:00pm)

Posted 07/16/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, July 16, 2020 (6:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing fourteen (14) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 172 positive cases, including three death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident ...

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COVID-19 State Updates on Reopening

Posted 07/15/20

STATEWIDE | SOCIAL GATHERING LIMIT (July 14, 2020) The limit for all purely social gatherings has been reduced to 25 individuals. The limitation does not apply to any activity, business, or entity that has been deemed essential, such as religious services, weddings, or group meetings, conferences, or other special events held for essential businesses and operations, as defined by Executive Order 9-20, as amended. STATEWIDE | FAIRS, FESTIVALS, CONCERTS & SIMILAR EVENTS PROHIBITED...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (Julyu 14, 2020 9:30am)

Posted 07/14/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, July 14, 2020 (9:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 154 positive cases, including three death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vacati...

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COVID-19 Resident Death Notice

Posted 07/13/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, July 13, 2020 (2:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing a third death of an Ohio County resident from complications related to COVID-19.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death.    Currently, the health department reports a total of 145 positive cases, including three deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohi...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (7/12/20 10:00am)

Posted 07/12/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, July 12, 2020 (10:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing nine (9) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 144 positive cases, including two death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vacation...

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COVID-19 Reported Death Notice

Posted 07/11/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, July 11, 2020 (9:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing a second death of an Ohio County resident from complications related to COVID-19.  The individual was hospitalized at the time of their death.    Currently, the health department reports a total of 135 positive cases, including two deaths.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Oh...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (7/10/20 4:30pm)

Posted 07/10/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, July 10, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 135 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Fi...

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COVID-10 Positive Cases 7/9/20 (4:00pm)

Posted 07/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, July 9, 2020 (4:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing ten (10) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 125 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the F...

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COVID-19 Case Increase Notice

Posted 07/09/20

The current pandemic of SARS CoV 2 related disease, COVID-19, has resulted in 124 confirmed cases among Ohio County residents through July 9, 2020. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department receives and investigates all resident cases of COVID-19 and since July 2 has seen a significant increase in cases. Investigation to date indicates that cases are associated with resident and nonresident vacation travel, group events including family gatherings, and cases with no other risk factor, which can...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases 7/8/20 (8:00am)

Posted 07/08/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, July 8, 2020 (8:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing seven (7) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports a total of 113 positive cases (three earlier cases were transferred to another health department in West Virginia for monitoring), including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported case...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (7/6/20 8:30am)

Posted 07/06/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, July 6, 2020 (8:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 108 positive cases (one recent case was transferred to another health department in West Virginia for monitoring), including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-O...

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COVID-19 Free Testing - Marshall County

Posted 07/03/20

On Friday and Saturday, July 10 & 11, 2020, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, the Marshall County Health Department will hold Free COVID-19 Testing Clinics. The clinics are to increase COVID-19 testing opportunities for minorities and other vulnerable populations. Locations are: Friday, July 10th at McMechen City Hall on 325 Logan Street - McMechen, WV Saturday, July 11th at the Marshall County Health Department at 513 6th Street - Moundsville, WV These are open clinics for those with ...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (7/3/20)

Posted 07/03/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, July 3, 2020 (9:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 102 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptist...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (7/1/20 8:00am)

Posted 07/01/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, July 1, 2020 (8:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 95 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptist...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/30/20 5:00pm)

Posted 06/30/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, June 30, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 93 positive cases (one case has been transferred out of the database to another state), including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Depart...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/29/20 8:00am)

Posted 06/29/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, June 29, 2020 (8:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 91 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptist ...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/27/20 8:21am)

Posted 06/27/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, June 27, 2020 (8:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 87 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptis...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/26/20 6:00pm)

Posted 06/26/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, June 26, 2020 (6:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing five (5) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 85 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptist...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/24/20 4:00pm)

Posted 06/24/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, June 24, 2020 (4:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 80 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Bap...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/24/20 8:00am)

Posted 06/24/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, June 24, 2020 (8:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 77 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Bapti...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/23/20 4:00pm)

Posted 06/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, June 23, 2020 (4:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 75 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptist ...

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Open Position - WOCHD COVID-19 Response

Posted 06/23/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Public Health Nurse – Coronavirus Response The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department seeks a part-time professional exempt public health nurse.  The new position works in close collaboration with other members county health department including clinical, environmental, administration and threat preparedness on disease investigations and related activities.  Major areas of responsibility include performing case and outbreak investigations and provid...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/22/20 4:30pm)

Posted 06/22/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, June 22, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 74 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptist ...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/20/20 5:00pm)

Posted 06/20/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, June 20, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 73 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptis...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/20/20 11:30am)

Posted 06/20/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, June 20, 2020 (11:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 71 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Bap...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/19/20 5:00pm)

Posted 06/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, June 19, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive case of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 68 positive cases and 1 probable case, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/19/20 11:30am)

Posted 06/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, June 19, 2020 (11:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing four (4) new positive case of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 67 positive cases and 1 probable case, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 ...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/19/20 7:00am)

Posted 06/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, June 19, 2020 (7:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive case of COVID-19 in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 63 positive cases and 1 probable case, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/18/20 9:00pm)

Posted 06/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, June 18, 2020 (9:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive cases and one (1) probable COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 62 positive cases and 1 probable case, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor ...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/18/20 9:00am)

Posted 06/18/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, June 18, 2020 (9:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 60 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department continues to monitor an outbreak of COVID-19 at the First Baptist Ch...

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COVID-19 Church Outbreak Notice (6/17/20)

Posted 06/17/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, June 17, 2020 (1:30pm)   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that the First Baptist Church in Wheeling, WV has an outbreak of COVID-19.   At this time, the health departments in Ohio and Marshall Counties are monitoring 4 positive cases of COVID-19 with many other tests pending. The outbreak investigation began on the evening of 6/16/20.  Cases associated with this outbreak were identi...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/16/20 4:45pm)

Posted 06/16/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, June 16, 2020 (4:45pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 59 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/15/20 10am)

Posted 06/15/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, June 15, 2020 (10:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 57 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work ...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/11/20 10:00am)

Posted 06/11/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, June 11, 2020 (10:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 55 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work a...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/10/20 5:00pm)

Posted 06/10/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, June 10, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 54 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The special testing clinics that were held on June 5 & 6 at Laughlin Chapel resulted in 558 tests, includi...

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COVID-19 Free Testing Clinics

Posted 06/10/20

On Friday and Saturday, June 19 & 20, 2020, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will be holding a Free COVID-19 Testing Clinic.  Clinics will be held at: June 19th at the Exley Center in Hil Dar at 2155 Angle Ave. June 20th is in the parking lot of Bethlehem Apostolic Temple’s North Wheeling Dream Center.  Traffic enters Garden Court; clinic is on West Street and traffic exits 4th This open clinic with no residency restrictions.  The clinic is fo...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/10/20 8:00am)

Posted 06/10/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, June 10, 2020 (8:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 53 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The special testing clinics that were held on June 5 & 6 at Laughlin Chapel resulted in 558 tests, includi...

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Mosquito Season and Health Department Trapping

Posted 06/09/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Reminds Residents of Ways to Prevent West Nile Virus and La Crosse Encephalitis   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health are preparing for the potential return of mosquito-borne diseases West Nile virus and La Crosse encephalitis. As infection with West Nile virus and La Crosse encephalitis occurs primarily in the summer and fall, residents should tak...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/8/20 10:30am)

Posted 06/08/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, June 8, 2020 (10:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 52 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. The special testing clinics that were held on June 5 & 6 at Laughlin Chapel resulted in 558 tests, includin...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/4/20 4:15pm)

Posted 06/04/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, June 4, 2020 (4:15pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 49 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at ...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (6/2/20 4:30pm)

Posted 06/02/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, June 2, 2020 (4:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 46 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at h...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (6/2/20 2:15pm)

Posted 06/02/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, June 2, 2020 (2:15pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 45 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work a...

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Free COVID-19 Testing Clinic

Posted 05/29/20

On Friday and Saturday, June 5 & 6, 2020, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will be holding a Free COVID-19 Testing Clinic at Laughlin Chapel, 129 ½ 18th Street, Wheeling, WV 26003.  This open clinic is for those with or without symptoms and no insurance is needed.  Participants need to bring a driver’s license, photo ID or other proof of address.  Patients under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This is a mass drive up test...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/27/20 4:00pm)

Posted 05/27/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday May 27, 2020 (4:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 41 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at ...

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WOCHD Job Announcement

Posted 05/26/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Open Positions   The WOCHD is seeking individuals to fill the following open positions at the health department and in the agency’s WIC Program: NURSE I (Health Department) HEALTH & HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATE (Threat Preparedness Director, Ohio County) HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICE AIDE (WIC Program) NUTRITIONIST 1, 2, 3 (WIC Program, two positions available) These positions are full time (40 hours a week) and are considered...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/25/20 4:00pm)

Posted 05/25/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, May 25, 2020 (4:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 40 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at ho...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/24/20 3:30pm)

Posted 05/24/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, May 24, 2020 (3:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 39 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at ho...

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WV COVID-19 Reopening Guide (5/22/20)

Posted 05/22/20

West Virginia Strong – The Comeback   Current schedule:​ Week 1:​ Thursday, April 30 – Sunday, May 3 (underway)​ Week 2: Monday, May 4 – Sunday, May 10 (underway) Week 3: Monday, May 11 – Sunday, May 17 (underway) Week 4: Monday, May 18 – Sunday, May 24 (underway) Week 5: Monday, May 25 – Sunday, May 31 Week 6: Monday, June 1 – Sunday, June 7 Week 7: Monday, June 8 – Sunday, June 14 Guidance for West Virginia businesses permitted to open�...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (May 21, 2020 2:30pm)

Posted 05/21/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Thursday, May 21, 2020 (2:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 38 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/15/20)

Posted 05/15/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, May 15, 2020 (10:00am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 38 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where ...

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Required Universal Face Coverings To Reduce Spread Of COVID-19 in West Virginia

Posted 05/13/20

Required Universal Face Coverings To Reduce Spread Of COVID-19 in West Virginia With the opening of several businesses in West Virginia the Governor’s opening guides have specific requirements for employees and guests, including the wearing of masks or cloth face coverings. Small businesses with 10 or fewer employees:  Require employees to wear PPE when appropriate, with special considerations for those employees that come into contact with the general public. Restaurants with takeaw...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/9/20 12noon)

Posted 05/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, May 9, 2020 (12:00noon)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 35 positive cases, including one death (a previous case was ruled out as a case following further testing).  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are ...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/6/20 5:00pm)

Posted 05/06/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, May 6, 2020 (5:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 35 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at ...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/5/20 10:00am)

Posted 05/05/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, May 5, 2020 (10:00am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 34 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where ...

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COVID-19 Case Reporting

Posted 05/04/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, May 4, 2020   The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department currently reports new COVID-19 cases, current COVID-19 positive case totals and associate deaths from COVID-19.  The department does not report “recovered” cases. If an individual test for COVID-19 and is found to be positive it is reported the county health department.  The department then begins case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring.  Once...

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COVID-19 Hot Spot Changes - Ohio County

Posted 05/04/20

Hot Spot Changes – Ohio County 5/4/2020   This weekend West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced that he has issued an Executive Order removing Jackson, Kanawha, and Ohio counties from the list of COVID-19 community clusters or “hotspots” in West Virginia. Previously outdoor activities were limited to five (5) person in Ohio County under the “hotspot” designation.  Under the “Safer at Home” update, public gatherings over 25 are prohibited.  Social distancing o...

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COVID-19 WV Safer at Home Order

Posted 05/04/20

Frequently Asked Questions:  Safer at Home West Virginia   West Virginia’s success at slowing the spread of COVID-19 means the “Stay at Home” order issued March 23 is being replaced with a new Executive Order from Gov. Justice, “Safer at Home.”   What does this mean? West Virginians are still strongly encouraged to leave home only for essential activities. Staying at home remains critically important for seniors, people with compromised immune systems,...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (5/3/20 10:00am)

Posted 05/03/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, May 3, 2020 (10:00am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two (2) new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 33 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where ...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/2/20 11:00am)

Posted 05/02/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, May 2, 2020 (11:00am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 30 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where p...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (5/1/20 4:30pm)

Posted 05/01/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, May 1, 2020 (4:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 29 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where po...

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COVID-19 Positive Care (5/1/20 10:30am)

Posted 05/01/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, May 1, 2020 (10:30am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 28 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where p...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (4/29/20 2:00pm)

Posted 04/29/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, April 29, 2020 (2:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one (1) new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 27 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home w...

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COVID-19 Religious and Funeral Home Reopening Guidelines

Posted 04/29/20

Per Governor Jim Justice’s Executive Order 9-20, religious entities, including religious facilities, entities, groups, and religious gatherings, including weddings and funerals including funeral homes, are “essential business operations” and have been allowed to remain open and serve their community. These religious entities and institutions have, at all times, and will continue to be, urged to practice proper physical distancing. Religious entities and institutions have been asked, wherev...

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COVID-19 Small Business Reopening Guidelines

Posted 04/29/20

In preparing a place of business to return employees to work, small businesses of ten or fewer employees should consider adopting rules and regulations to protect their employees and customers. These guidelines are being published in advance of Governor Justice’s Executive Order — currently anticipated to be effective as of the week of May 4, 2020 — that will allow small businesses with 10 or fewer employees to begin reopening

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COVID-19 Restaurant Reopening Guidelines

Posted 04/29/20

Per Governor Jim Justice’s Executive Order 2-20, restaurants have been allowed to remain open, by drive-through or carry out only, to serve their patrons. These establishments have, at all times, and will continue to be, urged to implement and practice proper physical distancing. To date, restaurants across the state have abided by these orders, have served their communities well and worked to keep the citizens of West Virginia safe. Under Gov. Justice’s reopening plan, West Virginia Stro...

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COVID-19 Food Service Operation Re-Opening Request (Ohio County)

Posted 04/28/20

For food service operations and restaurants in Ohio County that are planning to offer outdoor dining starting May 4, 2020, please contact the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department. Health Department staff and Inspectors would like to know which facilities will be choosing to offer outdoor dinning and if any additional inspection or review is necessary before opening. Most food service operations and restaurants have been in operation, offering curb side, take out, delivery or pick up food...

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COVID-19 Positive Case in Nursing Home

Posted 04/28/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, April 28, 2020 (4:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing a positive COVID-19 case in a staff member at Peterson Healthcare and Rehabilitation Hospital.  The employee was identified during testing as part of the statewide testing order from Governor Justice.  The employee was asymptomatic at the time of testing and was practicing proper COVID-19 infection prevention procedures at the facility.  The emplo...

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Outpatient Healthcare PPE for reopening

Posted 04/28/20

Outpatient healthcare operations, such as Primary Care offices, Dentistry, Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy, Psychological/Mental Health, Podiatry, Optometry and others that are planning to open starting the week of May 4, 2020 (or when feasible) can contact the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department to get a small supply of masks & gloves. Face coverings, including procedure masks/N95 or cloth face coverings, should be worn when social distancing is difficult to maintain, especially...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (4/24/20 5:00pm)

Posted 04/24/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, April 24, 2020 (5:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 26 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where po...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (4/23/20 8:30am)

Posted 04/23/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, April 23, 2020 (8:30am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 25 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (4/22/20 8:00am)

Posted 04/22/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, April 22, 2020 (8:00am) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 24 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where...

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COVID-19 Positive Case 4/19/20 (3:30pm)

Posted 04/19/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Sunday, April 19, 2020 (3:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department reports 23 positive cases, including one death.  Case surveillance, contact tracing and monitoring continues for many of the reported cases. Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where po...

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COVID-19 Universal Face Coverings

Posted 04/17/20

Health Department Recommends Universal Face Coverings To Reduce Spread Of COVID-19 The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department strongly supports the recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that everyone wear non-medical face coverings in public settings. This recommendation was made as a way to further reduce the spread of COVID-19 and should not replace the recommendations to practice social distancing (staying 6 feet apart), to stay home, and to frequentl...

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COVID-19 Reported Death (Ohio County)

Posted 04/13/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, April 13, 2020 (8:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing the first death of an Ohio County resident from complications related to COVID-19.  The individual, who had underlying health conditions, was hospitalized at the time of their death.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 22 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are adv...

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COVID-19 Executive Order 24-20 Ohio County

Posted 04/11/20

Executive Order 9-20 issued by West Virginia Governor Jim Justice on March 16, 2020 ordered the following in regard to COVID-19: Stay at home or your place of residence Non-essential businesses and operations must temporarily cease operations Essential businesses and operations shall continue to operate Prohibited certain activities Avoid social gatherings Provided enforcement and duration specifics Executive Order 24-20 issued on April 10, 2020 was ordered due to increasi...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (4/9/20 3:30pm)

Posted 04/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, April 9, 2020 (3:30pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 21 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your perso...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases

Posted 04/09/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, April 9, 2020 (10:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 20 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your pers...

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COVID-19 New CDC Guidance for Infrastructure Workers

Posted 04/09/20

Interim Guidance for Implementing Safety Practices for Critical Infrastructure Workers Who May Have Had Exposure to a Person with Suspected or Confrmed COVID-19 To ensure continuity of operations of essential functions, CDC advises that critical infrastructure workers may be permitted to continue work following potential exposure to COVID-19, provided they remain asymptomatic and additional precautions are implemented to protect them and the community. A potential exposure means being a hous...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (4/8/20 10am)

Posted 04/08/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, April 8, 2020 (10:00am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 19 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your pers...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (4:00pm 4/6/20)

Posted 04/06/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, April 6, 2020 (4:00pm)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 18 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your perso...

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COVID-19 Positive Case

Posted 04/06/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, April 6, 2020 (11:30am)   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 16 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your pers...

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COVID-19 Social Distancing Reminder

Posted 04/06/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, April 6, 2020   Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reminding residents of the need to continue the practice of safe distancing when going to essential stores and facilities. Stores like Target, Lowes, Walmart, Kroger and other similar essential service operations are open.  Residents need to remain at least 6 feet apart, practice hand hygiene and wear a cloth face covering. Special food venues that have t...

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COVID-19 New Positive Case (4/4/20)

Posted 04/04/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Saturday, April 4, 2020 (2:30pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 14 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your personal phys...

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COVID-19 Positive Case Update 4/3/20 (12noon)

Posted 04/03/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, April 3, 2020 (12:00noon) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 11 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your personal phy...

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COVID-19 Testing and Isolation Reminder

Posted 04/03/20

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reminding Ohio Valley residents that if you are tested for COVID-19 that you are to remain in home isolation until you receive negative test results.  Individuals who test positive will be contact by a county health department and receive further instructions in regards to care and monitoring. You should restrict activities outside your home, except for getting medical care. Do not go to work, school, or public areas. If you have a medical appoin...

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COVID-19 WVDHHR 4/2/20 Update

Posted 04/03/20

COVID-19 Daily Update - 4-2-2020 4/2/2020 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today confirmed 26 new cases of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have been officially reported to the state, making the total positive case count 217. DHHR is the official reporting agency for COVID-19, which in turn provides official case numbers to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Medical providers and laboratories are required to report positi...

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COVID-19 WVDHHR Update 3/31/20

Posted 03/31/20

COVID-19 Daily Update - 3-31-2020 3/31/2020 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today confirmed 17 new cases of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have been officially reported to the state, making the total positive case count 162. DHHR is the official reporting agency for COVID-19, and in turn provides official case numbers to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Medical providers are required to report test results to their l...

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FREE TETANUS VACCINE FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY FLOODING

Posted 03/31/20

FREE TETANUS VACCINE FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY FLOODING Tuesday March 31, 2020 The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering free tetanus vaccine for those impacted by recent flooding. The health department reminds residents and responders who are assisting with flood cleanup should confirm they’re up to date on their tetanus vaccination.  If you have been working in flood cleanup, have been in contact with mud, water or other items and had a possible exposure, call the health dep...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases (March 30, 2020)

Posted 03/30/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Monday, March 30, 2020 (4:00noon) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three (3) new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 10 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your person...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (March 29, 2020 12noon)

Posted 03/29/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, March 29, 2020 (12:00noon) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County.  Currently, the health department is monitoring 7 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your personal phy...

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COVID-19 Positive Case (March 27, 2020 4pm)

Posted 03/27/20

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE Friday, March 27, 2020 (4:00pm) Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing one new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County. Currently, the health department is monitoring 6 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your personal physician if...

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COVID-19 New Positive Cases (March 27, 2020 8:00am)

Posted 03/27/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing three new positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County. Currently, the health department is monitoring 5 cases (one early case has been transferred to California). Ohio County and Ohio Valley residents are advised to limit public contact, implement social distancing, work at home where possible, wash your hands frequently and contact your personal physician if you become ill with fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. The off-site Wheeling Hospita...

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COVID-19 New Positive Cases (March 26, 2020)

Posted 03/26/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing a new positive COVID-19 case in Ohio County. Currently, there are three cases being reported for the county. The new case is a female who was tested on March 24 and came back positive on March 26. The patient is currently at home.  The other two cases for Ohio County are reported in good health and at home. The health department is conducting contact investigation with the patient and will be monitoring their general health. All confirmed c...

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Positive Rabies Cases - Woodsdale Area of Wheeling

Posted 03/26/20

Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department WHEELING, WV –Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies. The raccoon was found in the Woodsdale area of Wheeling. The raccoon preliminary tested positive for rabies March 23, 2020 and was confirmed on March 26, 2020. This is the second laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2020. In 2019 two positive rabies cases (raccoon and groundhog) were found in O...

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COVID-19 WVDHHR Update March 25, 2020

Posted 03/26/20

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today confirmed 12 new cases of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have been reported to the state, making the total positive case count at 51. New cases were identified in Jackson, Kanawha, Logan, Marion, Monongalia, Ohio, Preston, Putnam and Raleigh counties. A new case previously identified as a Hancock county resident is instead a resident of Jefferson County, Ohio. The state breakdown of cases by county are two indivi...

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COVID-19 Positive Cases Reported

Posted 03/25/20

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing two positive COVID-19 cases in Ohio County. The first case is a female who was tested on March 23 and came back positive on March 24.  The patient is currently at home. The second case is a male who was test on March 17 and came back positive on March 25. The health department is conducting contact investigation with the patients and will be monitoring their general health.  All confirmed cases are isolated and close contacts are qu...

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COVID-19 Testing Criteria (Updated March 24, 2020)

Posted 03/24/20

COVID-19 Testing Criteria (Updated March 24, 2020) Patients who do not meet any of the below criteria for COVID-19 testing should be managed as clinically indicated, including the decision to proceed with testing at a clinical or commercial laboratory. COVID-19 testing is now available through a limited number of commercial laboratories and availability through hospital and reference labs will continue to grow. Patients wh...

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COVID-19 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Operations

Posted 03/24/20

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department remains open for ESSENTIAL SERVICES by APPOINTMENT ONLY. We ask that you please call us at (304) 234-3682 to schedule an appointment or for other public health needs. COVID-19 testing continues at the off-site testing clinic at Wheeling Park (near pool) from 10am-4pm.  The testing clinic is for symptomatic at risk patients.  Those wishing to be tested can either call the hospital’s COVID-19 on call number at (304) 221-3995 or contact your primary...

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COVID-19 Stay at Home Order - WOCHD Recommendations

Posted 03/24/20

Following the Stay at Home Order, which was announced on Monday, March 24th by the Governor of West Virginia, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has received a lot of calls asking for clarification or recommendations on how this order applies to a business. In short, the order is issued to assist with the reduction in cases of COVID-19 in the community.  This is done by limiting movements of residents from outside of their homes. We understand we all must go out to get our essenti...

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COVID-19 Stay At Home Order

Posted 03/23/20

According to Homeland Security, the following industries are considered essential to the infrastructure of the country: Healthcare and public health Communications Emergency services Chemical Government facilities Critical manufacturing Commercial facilities Dams Defense industrial base Energy Financial Food and agriculture Nuclear reactors, materials, and waste Information technology Transportation systems Water Essential businesses in West V...

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COVID-19 Ohio County Off Site Testing Clinic Update

Posted 03/22/20

Wheeling Hospital Opening Off-Site COVID-19 Testing WHEELING — Wheeling Hospital off-site symptomatic Testing Center for COVID-19 will continue starting March 23, 2020.  The regional center will handle patients from all of the area’s hospitals in the WVU Medicine System including Harrison Community, Reynolds Memorial, Barnesville and Wetzel Community. The drive-through swab tests will be conducted in emergency medical tents set up in the Wheeling Park parking lot, near the pool. Nurse...

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COVID-19 WVDHHR Update - 3-21-2020

Posted 03/22/20

CORRECTION: A NEW CASE PREVIOUSLY IDENTIFIED AS A KANAWHA COUNTY RESIDENT IS INSTEAD A PUTNAM COUNTY RESIDENT. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today confirmed four new cases of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the state, making the total positive case count at twelve. New cases were identified in Putnam, Marshall, and Mercer counties. The state breakdown of cases by county are two individuals from Jefferson County, one individual from Jackson C...

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COVID-19 Closure of Barbershops and Salons

Posted 03/20/20

CLOSURE OF BARBERSHOPS AND SALONS During his remarks on 3/19/2020, the Governor of the State of West Virginia announced that he has issued an Executive Order, mandating the statewide closure of all barbershops, hair salons, and nail salons. Click here to view the Executive Order This order will officially go into effect tonight at midnight on 3/19/2020....

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COVID-19 Restaurant and Bar Closure Notice Information

Posted 03/18/20

Following the announce from West Virginia Governor Jim Justice all restaurants, bars, and casinos are to close effective 11:59 p.m. on March 17, 2020.  ALL restaurants and bars can continue to operate with carry out and drive-thru only. This effort is to limit patrons from eating or drinking on the premises of a facility or establishment and to help with the overall public health efforts to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Restaurants are defined as any food service establishment wi...

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COVID-19 Wheeling Hospital Testing Clinic Details

Posted 03/18/20

WHEELING — Wheeling Hospital on Wednesday is opening its off-site symptomatic Testing Center for COVID-19. The regional center will handle patients from all of the area’s hospitals in the WVU Medicine System including Harrison Community, Reynolds Memorial, Barnesville and Wetzel Community. The drive-through swab tests will be conducted in emergency medical tents set up in the Wheeling Park parking lot, near the pool. Nurses and lab personnel from Wheeling Hospital will be on-site, assiste...

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COVID-19 Testing Criteria (updated 3/16/2020)

Posted 03/16/20

WV Department of Health and Human Resources COVID-19 Testing Criteria Updated March 16, 2020 NOTE: Testing supply shortages mean that testing criteria may need to change through this event. Public health consultation should always be sought before submitting specimens. The WV Office of Laboratory Services (OLS) Specimen collection guidance and the Specimen submission form can be found at www.coronavirus.wv.gov. Individuals currently prioritized for testing by the WVBPH Office of Lab Serv...

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COVID-19 WOCHD Food School changes

Posted 03/16/20

All in-person food schools held by the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department (at the City/County Building or at an off site location) are cancelled until further notice.  Individuals needing food handler training can access one of three on-line training programs. Online Food Handler Programs.  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has partnered with www.statefoodsafety.com, www.TAPSeries.com and http://wvfoodhandlers.com  to offer online food service worker classes for purchase.  In...

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COVID-19 Mass Gathering Update

Posted 03/16/20

Guidance as of 3/15/2020 Large events and mass gatherings can contribute to the spread of COVID-19 in the United States via travelers who attend these events and introduce the virus to new communities. Examples of large events and mass gatherings include conferences, festivals, parades, concerts, sporting events, weddings, and other types of assemblies. These events can be planned not only by organizations and communities but also by individuals. Therefore, CDC, in accordance with its guid...

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COVID-19 Criteria for Laboratory Testing for COVID-19 - WV

Posted 03/12/20

UPDATED MARCH 12, 2020 Patients in West Virginia who meet the following criteria should be evaluated as a patient under investigation in association with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak: 1. Fever AND/OR signs/symptoms of lower respiratory illness (e.g., cough, shortness of breath) AND is any person, including health care workers, who has had close contact with a laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 patient within 14 days of symptom onset. 2. Fever AND/OR signs/symptoms of lower respirat...

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COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease 2019 - Update

Posted 03/12/20

March 12, 2020 (8:00am) - As of March 11, 2020, West Virginia has tested 8 residents for COVID-19; 7 were negative and 1 is pending (at CDC). NO cases have been confirmed in West Virginia at this time.  Testing is being done in Ohio County and within our northern panhandle region.  Currently there are NO confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ohio County. Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus designated SARS-CoV-2.The outbreak of C...

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COVID-19 Information Hotline Established to Address Coronavirus Disease 2019 Concerns

Posted 03/09/20

Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today announced the creation of an information hotline to address public and medical provider questions and concerns regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). “This hotline is yet another example of the proactive measures we’re taking to help our fellow West Virginians stay as safe as possible,” Gov. Justice said. “With this great tool, we’re going to be able to provide more people the knowle...

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COVID-19 Update

Posted 03/06/20

  March 6, 2020 - There are currently no confirmed cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in West Virginia or surrounding states. However, this is a rapidly evolving national situation and the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is prepared to act in the best interest of the citizens of Ohio County as necessary. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is actively working with the West Virginia Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and Department of Health...

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Interim Health Officer Appointed to Health Department

Posted 02/27/20

February 27, 2020 - The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health has appointed Thomas G. Wack, MD as Interim County Health Officer.  Dr. Wack will serve in the interim capacity while Dr. William C Mercer is on a temporary leave of absence.  Dr. Wack is a graduate of Wheeling Jesuit College and West Virginia University School of Medicine.  Since 1977 Dr. Wack has practice medicine locally at the Oakwood Clinic Family Practice until retiring in 2012.  He is currently a preceptor for the Family Pra...

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2020 Ohio County Spring Clean-Up Announced

Posted 02/27/20

Clean Up has been postponed until a future day.   2020 Spring Clean –Up Tuesday, March 31 Wheeling Island Marina Parking Lot Saturday, April 4 Old Wheeling Dog Pound, Peninsula Street Tuesday, April 7 Patterson Ballfield Parking Lot Tuesday, April 7 Bethlehem Ballfield Parking Lot Tuesday, April 14 Garden Park, Richland Avenue, Warwood Saturday, April 18 Valley Grove Community Center Saturday, April 18 Triadelphia Town Building Tuesday, April 21 35th Street Ballfield, by Whe...

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Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Update

Posted 02/26/20

Since the start of this outbreak, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has taken a proactive approach to prepare and carefully monitor individuals  who may have been exposed to 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in West Virginia.  As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advised this week, Americans need to be prepared for community spread of COVID-19. The Health Department is working to make sure our health systems, first responders and our public health partners have the ...

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Certified Food Protection Manager Training - WVNCC

Posted 02/14/20

Starting July 1, 2019 West Virginia will be using the 2013 FDA Food Code.  The 2013 Food Code requires all food establishments to have at least one management level employee who is certified in food protection by passing an ANSI-accredited exam. The health departments of the Northern Panhandle have teamed up with WVNCC to offer a ServSafe Certification Training to meet the new requirement. Certified Food Protection Manager  (CFPM)– at least one employee that has supervisory and manag...

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Ohio County Flu Update - 2/6/2020

Posted 02/06/20

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is seeing an increase in influenza related illnesses affecting schools throughout Ohio County as well as other county school systems in West Virginia.  The health department is working with school nursing personnel and school administrative staff to monitor cases.  The health department recognizes the challenges schools are faced during the influenza season and the balance between keeping the kids in school and parental pressure to close schools. I...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department – coronavirus (2019-nCoV)

Posted 02/03/20

WHEELING, WV –Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is monitoring two county residents who recently returned from China.  The health department is taking this action out of an abundance of caution.  This action is in response to the recently released federal guidance concerning monitoring US citizens who have recently returned to the US from China and the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV). At this time, neither resident is considered a case and no testing has been done.  Both individua...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Offering Hepatitis A Vaccination Clinics

Posted 01/30/20

WHEELING, WV – With an outbreak of Hepatitis A in parts of the United States, including West Virginia, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering Hepatitis A vaccinations at housing facilities throughout Ohio County. Hil-Dar, Thursday January 30, 2020 from 10am – 12noon Hil-Dar, Thursday January 30, 2020 from 2 – 4pm Riverview, Tuesday February 4, 2020 from 10am – 12noon Montani Tower, Tuesday February 18, 2020 from 2 – 4pm Booker T Washington, Thursday Feb...

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Positive Rabid Raccoon Identified in Ohio County

Posted 01/22/20

Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department - 1st Case for 2020 WHEELING, WV –Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies.  The raccoon was found in the downtown area of Wheeling near 12th Street and Main Street. The raccoon was collected on January 15, 2020 and preliminary tested positive for rabies on January 17, 2020 and was confirmed on January 22, 2020.  This is the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies...

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WVDHHR Announces New Breastfeeding Support App for WIC Participants

Posted 01/16/20

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health is working to improve nutrition for babies and mothers with Pacify, an app that provides 24/7 breastfeeding support for participants of the West Virginia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). West Virginia WIC is the fifth WIC program in the nation to launch the free app. Pacify provides access to International Board Certified Lactation Consultants to address q...

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Federal Minimum Age for Tobacco Sales Increased

Posted 12/30/19

FDA - On December 20, 2019, the President signed legislation to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and raise the federal minimum age of sale of tobacco products from 18 to 21 years. It is now illegal for a retailer to sell any tobacco product – including cigarettes, cigars and e-cigarettes – to anyone under 21. FDA will provide additional details on this issue as they become available.

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WVNCC and Health Department Team Up with Training

Posted 12/18/19

Starting July 1, 2019 West Virginia will be using the 2013 FDA Food Code.  The 2013 Food Code requires all food establishments to have at least one management level employee who is certified in food protection by passing an ANSI-accredited exam. The health departments of the Northern Panhandle have teamed up with WVNCC to offer a ServSafe Certification Training to meet the new requirement. Certified Food Protection Manager  (CFPM)– at least one employee that has supervisory and managem...

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New CDC Report: STDs Continue to Rise in the U.S.

Posted 10/08/19

October 8, 2019 – Growing threat of newborn deaths from syphilis Combined cases of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia reached an all-time high in the United States in 2018, according to the annual Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can have severe health consequences. Among the most tragic are newborn deaths related to congenital syphilis, which increased 22 percent fro...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Urges Everyone to Refrain from Vaping

Posted 10/07/19

The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health issued a health alert in August 2019 regarding vaping related lung illness. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges everyone to take this message seriously. Refrain from vaping, no matter the substance or source, until current investigations are complete. The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health, along with other states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), local health departments...

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ANNUAL WREATH HANGING CEREMONY KICKS OFF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Posted 10/01/19

WHEELING, WV – Representatives from the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, West Virginia University Extension and Wheeling’s Think Pink organization will hold a wreath hanging ceremony at the City/County building for West Virginia Breast Cancer Awareness Day and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event will be held on October 2, 2019 at 2:00pm and marks the annual West Virginia Breast Cancer Awareness Day and beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Similar ceremonies w...

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Special Conference on the Substance Use Crisis

Posted 09/26/19

Developing an Effective Community Response to the Substance Use Crisis Wednesday, October 16, 2019 10am-2pm Highlands Event Center, The Highlands Registration: https://cityofsolutionswheeling.eventbrite.com The Bernard McDonough Foundation is partnering with Marshall Health’s Addiction Sciences to convene community stakeholders across West Virginia to learn about evidence-based and innovative approaches found to be effective in reducing the impact of substance use. The four-hour work...

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Position Openings at WOCHD and WOCHD/WIC

Posted 09/25/19

Position Openings Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Office Assistant 2 – WOCHD Nurse 1, 2 & 3 – WOCHD (one position open) Nursing Director 1 – WOCHD Sanitarian 1, 2 and Registered Sanitarian/Health Inspector – WOCHD (one position open) Office Assistant 1 – WOCHD/WIC Nutritionist 1, 2 and 3 – WOCHD/WIC Health & Human Service Aide/Breastfeeding – WOCHD/WIC (two positions open) The WOCHD is seeking to fill several open positions.  Positions are...

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Positive Rabies Case Report by Health Department

Posted 09/13/19

Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department WHEELING, WV –Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a groundhog has tested positive for rabies.  The groundhog was found in the Dement Road area of Ohio County. The groundhog was collected on September 12, 2019 and tested positive for rabies on September 13, 2019.  This is the second laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2019. The occurrence of rabies in groundhogs is not common ...

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New Food Code for West Virginia

Posted 08/29/19

Starting July 1, 2019 West Virginia will be using the 2013 FDA Food Code.  Listed below are highlights of the changes. There are more changes than listed below. For a complete list please check https://www.fda.gov/food/fda-food-code/food-code-2013 Previously county health departments in West Virginia used the terms Critical and Non-Critical. Critical Violations refer to potential health hazards — problems in a restaurant that could cause customers to get sick. For example, food not...

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2019 Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics Announced

Posted 08/29/19

WHEELING, WV – Ohio Valley residents who are in need of a flu shot can visit the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department to get their yearly seasonal flu vaccination. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will offer seasonal flu shots from 9:00-11:00am and again from 1:00-3:00pm on Mondays and Thursdays starting September 3, 2019. At this time, seasonal flu shots will be offered to individuals 6 months of age and older. Anyone interested in getting a flu shot should call the health d...

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2019 Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Posted 08/15/19

The Ohio County Solid Waste Authority will hold a Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday, September 14, 2019 from 8am to 1pm.  The collection will be held at the City of Wheeling Operations center in the Clator section of Wheeling.  (Take Wheeling Hospital exit, turn right at intersection, turn left onto Hunter Avenue and follow signs). Accepted items:  gasoline, antifreeze, kerosene, paint, paint thinner, used oil, used oil filters, varnish, transmission fluid, turpentine, light...

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Hepatitis A Case Identified in Food Service Employee - Marshall County

Posted 08/13/19

  The Marshall County Health Department (MCHD) has confirmed a case of Hepatitis A in a food service worker at KFC, 122 Lafayette Avenue in Moundsville, West Virginia. “While the risk of the disease transmission is very low, persons who have not been vaccinated against hepatitis A and who consumed food or drink at the restaurant between July 22, 2019 and August 5, 2019  should consider getting hepatitis A vaccine not more than two weeks after their exposure to help prevent infectio...

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Board of Health Approves Recommendation for Required Seasonal Flu Vaccination for All Health Care Workers

Posted 08/13/19

During the July 2019 Board of Health meeting the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health  approved recommendations for required seasonal flu immunizations for health care workers in Ohio County. The recommendations are for all health care facilities (hospitals, clinics, facilities, physician offices) in Ohio County. A health care worker working in a health care facility in Ohio County shall receive an annual influenza immunization by November 1st (or prior to the beginning of the designated...

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International Travel Clinic

Posted 08/06/19

Travel can be a lot of fun. It’s a great way to learn more about our world and its people, but there can be health risks when traveling and living in some parts of the world. You should have a review of your travel plan if you plan to travel out of the country. This will help prepare you for any health risks that might arise on your trip. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Travel Vaccination Clinic is here to assist Ohio Valley travelers. The travel clinic provides a travel assessment,...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Notice - United Dairy Chocolate Milk Issue

Posted 07/23/19

  WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is issuing a notice concerning an issue with milk sold locally in the area. The health department has been investigating an issue affecting chocolate milk produced by United Dairy in Martins Ferry Ohio.  At this time if you have any of the following chocolate milk products, please discard. United or Great Value (Walmart) half gallon nonfat chocolate milk, best by date of July 28. Great Value (Walmart) gallon 1% low...

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2019 Rabies Bait Drop Announced for Local Areas

Posted 07/22/19

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Announces Rabies Bait Drop for Local Areas WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is advising residents of Ohio County and the Northern Panhandle that a raccoon rabies bait drop will be conducted beginning August 22, 2019 to September 5, 2019. Raccoons in West Virginia will get another dose of rabies vaccine as part of an ongoing multi-agency effort to create a rabies barrier across the state, extending from the northern panhandle t...

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Ohio County Tire Collection - 2019

Posted 07/08/19

The WV Department of Environmental Protection will host a tire collection on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the WVDEP Parking Lot at 131 Peninsula Street in Wheeling WV.  Residents can discard up to 10 tires per person with a valid West Virginia identification for the county in which the tire collection event is being held. Tires must be off the rims. Only car and light truck tires, 17 inches or less, will be accepted. Only tires from state residents will be accepted. ...

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FREE TETANUS VACCINE FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY FLOODING

Posted 06/21/19

The Marshall County Health Department and the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering free tetanus vaccine for those impacted by recent flooding. The health department reminds residents and responders who are assisting with flood cleanup should confirm they’re up to date on their tetanus vaccination. Adults should get vaccinated for tetanus every 10 years and pregnant women should obtain a shot during every pregnancy. Residents should avoid contact with floodwater. Floodwat...

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New WIC Income Guidelines

Posted 05/22/19

DHHR Announces New WIC Income Guidelines 5/21/2019 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Office of Nutrition Services, today announced new U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) income eligibility guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The new guidelines indicate a family of four can earn $47,638 and still qualify for WIC program benefits. This amounts to a $1,203 increase from last year and will allow more W...

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MMR Vaccination Recommendations and Clarifications Regarding Adults

Posted 05/06/19

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department provides clarification regarding MMR vaccination recommendations in adults. Background:  Most adults in the U.S. are at low risk for measles. From January 1 to May 3, 2019, 764 cases were reported to CDC. Of these, 195 (26%) measles cases were reported in adults ≥18years of age.  70% of adult cases were associated with close-knit communities and 46% of adult cases were reported in NY (NNDSS) From 2001-2015, the reported incidence for adults �...

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2019 Northern Panhandle Regional Public Health Conference

Posted 05/03/19

WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will host the annual Northern Panhandle Regional Public Health Conference on June 7, 2019, at the Wilson Lodge, Oglebay Resort and Conference Center. This year’s conference is sponsored by the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department. The annual Public Health conference will feature speakers and topics on: WV State Senator William Ihlenfeld Eric Dotseth - West Virginia State Public Health Entomologist Dr. Timothy Lefeber ...

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Position Opening at the WOCHD

Posted 04/09/19

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has a position opening for an Office Assistant 2. This is a full time, day shift position.  The Office Assistant 2, under general supervision, will perform full performance level clerical duties primarily within the environmental side of the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department.  Applicant should be familiar with using Microsoft office suite and general office equipment.  Applicant will answer general and program specific telephone calls, screen...

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Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics - 2019

Posted 03/27/19

WHEELING, WV – The Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics will begin on July 1, 2019 and will continue to July 11th. The clinics, sponsored by the Ohio County Animal Control & the Ohio County Commission, are for the vaccination of family pets. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges all Ohio County pet owners to take advantage of this low cost clinic and get their family pet vaccinated against rabies. Clinics are operated from 5:00pm -7:00pm and all animals must be on a leash ...

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Ohio County Residents Urged Not to Ground Feed Wild Animals

Posted 03/20/19

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Urges Residents Not to Ground Feed Wild and Domestic Animals WHEELING, WV –With the recent discovery of a positive raccoon rabies case the health department is urging all City residents not to ground feed wild and domestic animals, especially in residential areas.  The positive raccoon rabies case was found in the Woodsdale area of Wheeling on March 15, 2019.  This is the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2019.  In 20...

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Foodborne Outbreak Response Course

Posted 03/18/19

The health department's of the Northern Panhandle along with the West Virginia Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management will host a special training event on May 14-15, 2019 from 8:0oam-5:00pm at the Highlands Event Center.  . Team Approach to Foodborne Outbreak Response course identifies how the skills, resources and expertise of all levels of government can be effectively connected to improve collaboration during a foodborne outbreak within an integrated national food safety...

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Positive Rabies Case Reported

Posted 03/15/19

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a wild raccoon has tested positive for rabies.  The raccoon was found in the Woodsdale/Edgewood Street area in Wheeling.  The raccoon was collected on March 14, 2019 and tested positive for rabies on March 15, 2019.  This is the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2019.  The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county health departments in West Virginia, along with the United States Departm...

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2019 Ohio County Spring Clean Up

Posted 03/13/19

2019 Spring Clean –Up Tuesday, April 2 - 35th Street Ballfield, Wheeling Saturday, April 6 - Old Wheeling Dog Pound, Peninsula Street Tuesday, April 9 - Garden Park, Warwood Saturday, April 13 - West Liberty Christian Church Saturday, April 13 - Clearview Community Center Tuesday April 16 - Pleasanton Playground near Wheeling Jesuit Saturday, April 27 - Triadelphia Town Building Saturday, April 27 - Valley Grove Community Center Tuesday, April 30 - Bethlehem Ball Field Parking Lot ...

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Grant to Provide Stop the Bleed kits to County Schools

Posted 01/10/19

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and the Wheeling-Ohio County Emergency Management Agency received a $16,749.40 grant from the Fitzsimmons Foundation for the purchase of “Stop the Bleed” kits.  The grant will allow the Ohio County EMA and health department to purchase 30 kits that will be placed in 18 schools throughout the county. These schools include: Bridge Street Middle School, Triadelphia Middle School, Warwood Middle School, Wheeling Middle School, Bethlehem Elementary S...

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Prescription Drug Disposal Kits

Posted 01/08/19

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is now providing free prescription drug disposal kits as part of the department’s harm reduction program. The health department is providing free prescription drug disposal kits for any individual that has leftover medication that they are currently not using anymore. These kits were provided by the Community Impact Coalition.  The Deterra Drug Deactivation System kits use Molecular Adsorption Technology (MAT12) to deactivate unwanted drugs. The k...

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2019 Christmas WOCHD & WIC Office Schedule

Posted 12/21/18

WOCHD & WOCHD-WIC Office Holiday Schedule December 24 – Closed (regular ½ day West Virginia state holiday & ½ day per West Virginia Governor Proclamation and Board of Health approved office closure) December 25 – Closed (regular full day West Virginia state holiday) December 26 – Closed (Board of Health approved December 5th West Virginia state holiday make up) December 31 – Closed (regular ½ day West Virginia state holiday & ½ day per West Virginia Governor...

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Health Department Issues Concern Over Illegal Tattoo Operations

Posted 12/18/18

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is encouraging residents to only use permitted tattoo/body piercing establishments when getting tattoos, body art or piercings. Residents are also advised to avoid participating in local tattoo parties where unlicensed activity is common. Tattoos now enjoy mainstream popularity and permitted tattoo studios and body piercing shops are thriving. Yet, every year many individuals risk exposure to infection and blood-borne diseases such as HIV, Hepatitis ...

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Health Department Receives 200 Naloxone Injectors

Posted 12/17/18

WHEELING, WV - The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department received 200 Evzio naloxone injectors, designed with step-by-step directions for the average person to administer in an emergency, through a donation by Kaleo Inc., the drug's manufacturer. This donation along with the department’s needle exchange program, vaccination and disease testing are part of the department’s Harm Reduction Program.  Administered as an injection through the patient's thigh, Evzio is FDA-approved to treat an...

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Health Department to Offer Hepatitis A Vaccination Clinics

Posted 12/04/18

  With an outbreak of Hepatitis A in parts of the United States, including West Virginia, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering Hepatitis A vaccinations to West Virginia First Responders and High Risk Individuals.  The health department will hold Hepatitis A vaccination clinics on December 5, 12, 19, 26 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm at the health department, first floor of the City/County Building. Area First Responders need to bring proof of employment and ident...

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E.coli O157:H7 Infections and Romaine Lettuce

Posted 11/26/18

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has received a number of questions concerning the recent announcement that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration is investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections likely linked to romaine lettuce. The FDA, along with CDC, state and local agencies, is investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 illnesses likely linked to romaine lettuce. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and Canadian Food Inspe...

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Posted 10/01/18

Today, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department along with the Ohio County Extension Service held a simple Breast Cancer wreath hanging ceremony.  The event kicks of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Ohio County. Breast cancer is a dangerous disease, with approximately 1,400 women expected to be diagnosed in West Virginia in 2018. Although mortality rates are decreasing, an estimated 280 West Virginia women will still die from the disease this year. As the fight against breast cancer contin...

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New WIC Food List Effective October 1, 2018

Posted 10/01/18

​The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health today announced new foods available for purchase with the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).  The approved food list was updated to better meet the nutritional needs of WIC participants, offer more varieties of food, and encourage healthier eating habits. “The West Virginia WIC Program finalized changes to the WIC food packages based on the latest nutrition scien...

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Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics Announced

Posted 09/27/18

WHEELING, WV – Ohio Valley residents who are in need of a flu shot can visit the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department to get their yearly seasonal flu vaccination. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will offer seasonal flu shots from 9:00-11:00am and again from 1:00-3:00pm on Mondays and Thursdays starting September 27, 2018. At this time, seasonal flu shots will be offered to individuals 6 months of age and older. Anyone interested in getting a flu shot should call the health...

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Rabies Case Reported by Hancock County Health Department

Posted 09/12/18

The Hancock County Health Department has announced that a bat from the Chester area of the county has tested positive for rabies. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is warning residents of Ohio County to be wary of animals acting strangely or aggressively.  The health department also reminds residents to keep their pet’s vaccinations up to date. Rabies is a virus capable of infecting warm-blooded animals. Rabies mainly affects the brain.  The disease is common in wildlife in No...

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HIV Cluster Identified in Ohio County

Posted 09/11/18

September 11, 2018, Wheeling WV - The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has been working with the WV Bureau for Public Health on an increase in Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases in Ohio County.  In July the department was notified that a cluster of HIV cases had been detected in Ohio County.  Although the newly diagnosed HIV cases in Ohio County continues to grow, this increase is not considered an outbreak.  New diagnosed case of counts HIV for past years are 2015– 2017, 5 case...

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Community Shred & E-cycling Event set for Ohio County

Posted 08/10/18

  Community Shred & E-cycling event to help prevent identity theft and fraud.  The event is Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the St Michael Angelus Center at 1225 National Road, Wheeling Accepted items:  appliances (small), batteries, cable, CDs, cell phones, circuit boards, computers, game consoles, ink & toner cartridges, IT equipment, keyboards, laptops, mouses, modems, monitors ($20 tube style only), MP3 players, phone systems, printers, routers, satellite boxes, servers, ...

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WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERING 1st RESPONDER HEPATITIS A VACCINATION CLINICS

Posted 07/27/18

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERING 1st RESPONDER HEPATITIS A VACCINATION CLINICS WHEELING, WV – With an outbreak of Hepatitis A in parts of the United States, including West Virginia, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering Hepatitis A vaccinations to West Virginia first responders.  The health department will hold special West Virginia first responder Hepatitis A vaccination clinics on August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29  from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm at the health d...

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Food Handler Cards

Posted 07/19/18

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department’s Food Handlers Training Program trains and educates food handlers and managers.  Every year about 48 million cases of food borne illness occur and about 3000 people die. The vast majority of these illnesses and deaths could be prevented by proper training and following safe food handling practices. Anyone who handles food prepared or served to the public must attend a food safety course. Food Handler Cards are issued to individuals, which then al...

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Board of Health Approves Flu Vaccination Recommendation for All Health Care Employees

Posted 07/18/18

During the July 2018 Board of Health meeting the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health  approved recommendations for required seasonal flu immunizations for health care workers in Ohio County. The recommendations are for all health care facilities (hospitals, clinics, facilities, physician offices) in Ohio County. A health care worker working in a health care facility in Ohio County shall receive an annual influenza immunization by November 1st (or prior to the beginning of the designated...

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Public Health Advisory for Food Service Operations and Retail Food Establishments – Ohio County July 16, 2018

Posted 07/16/18

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is aware of a report that power is unavailable to multiple food service operations and retail food establishments located Elm Grove area of Wheeling, WV. It has also been reported that power may be unavailable to this location for several hours. In an effort to ensure proper food safety measures and emergency procedures are taken due to the power outage, we ask that food service operations and retail food establishments take necessary action to protect...

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WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERING HEPATITIS A VACCINATIONS

Posted 07/06/18

WHEELING, WV – With an outbreak of Hepatitis A in parts of the United States, including West Virginia, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering Hepatitis A vaccinations to West Virginia first responders. The health department will hold special West Virginia first responder Hepatitis A vaccination clinics on July 11, 18 and 25 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm at the health department, first floor of the City/County Building.  The health department will announce additional vac...

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Hepatitis A Update - WV Outbreak

Posted 05/24/18

West Virginia is experiencing a Hepatitis A outbreak, which is linked to a multi-state outbreak. As of May 21, 2018 there has been 106 confirmed cases reported in 8 counties in West Virginia. This increase in confirmed cases of acute hepatitis A virus has been primarily among: IV and non-IV drug users Homeless or highly mobile individuals Recently incarcerated individuals In early May the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department began vaccinating the homeless population through the d...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Offering ‘Hepatitis A’ Vaccinations.

Posted 05/17/18

WHEELING, WV — With an outbreak of Hepatitis A in parts of the United States, including southern West Virginia, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering Hepatitis A vaccinations to at-risk individuals in the county. Staff from the department’s Project HOPE program, a public health street medicine outreach program, have begun to offer Hepatitis A vaccinations during their weekly clinical rounds. The Project HOPE program is working to identify people who are living outdoors wh...

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Second Rabies Case Reported

Posted 05/14/18

Second Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   WHEELING, WV –The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a wild raccoon has tested positive for rabies. The raccoon was found in the Woodsdale area in Wheeling. The raccoon was collected on May 9, 2018 and tested positive for rabies on May 14, 2018. This is the second laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2018. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county he...

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Health Department To Host Annual Public Health Conference

Posted 05/11/18

WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will host the annual Northern Panhandle Regional Public Health Conference on June 8, 2018, at the Wilson Lodge, Oglebay Resort and Conference Center. This year’s conference is sponsored by the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department. The annual Public Health conference will feature speakers and topics on: Dr. Michael McCawley— WVU School of Public Health Eric Dotseth—West Virginia State Public Health Entomologist Will...

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DHHR Intensifies Hepatitis A Prevention Efforts in Kanawha and Putnam Counties

Posted 05/11/18

CHARLESTON, W.Va.  – The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health today announced enhanced efforts to work with local health officials in Kanawha and Putnam counties as part of the hepatitis A outbreak response which includes embedding and supporting epidemiologists at the Kanawha-Charleston Health Department. DHHR’s Bureau for Public Health (BPH) has confirmed 72 cases of hepatitis A associated with the national outbreak in Cabell, Kanawha,...

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Health Department Urges Residents Not to Ground Feed Wild and Domestic Animals

Posted 05/09/18

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Urges Residents Not to Ground Feed Wild and Domestic Animals WHEELING, WV –With the recent discovery of a positive rabies case the health department is urging all City residents not to ground feed wild and domestic animals, especially in residential areas . The positive rabies case was found in a domestic cat in the Market Street area of North Wheeling on May 7, 2018. This is the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2018. ...

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Rabies Case Reported

Posted 05/07/18

Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department WHEELING, WV –Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a domestic cat has tested positive for rabies. The cat was found in the Market Street area in North Wheeling. The cat died on May 3, 2018 and tested positive for rabies on May 7, 2018. This is the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2018. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county health departments in West...

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2018 Rabies Vaccination Clinics

Posted 05/07/18

WHEELING, WV – The Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics will begin on July 2, 2018 and will continue to July 12th. The clinics, sponsored by the Ohio County Animal Control & the Ohio County Commission, are for the vaccination of family pets. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges all Ohio County pet owners to take advantage of this low cost clinic and get their family pet vaccinated against rabies. Clinics are operated from 5:00pm -7:00pm and all animals must be on a leash o...

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2018 Changes to Farmers Market Regulations

Posted 05/01/18

(May 1, 2018) - During the 2018 Legislative Session, Senate Bill (SB) 375 Relating to Farmers Markets was passed by the Legislature and signed by the Governor.  SB 375 goes into effect on June 8, 2018.  SB 375 changes WV Code Chapter 19 Article 35 Sections 2-5, and transfers regulation of farmers markets and farmers market vendors to the WV Department of Agriculture (WVDA). • SB 375 does require that (WV Code 19-35-3-e) a consignment farmers market obtain a food establishment permit (reta...

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CDC Report on Growing Threat from Vector Borne Diseases

Posted 05/01/18

Illnesses from Mosquito, Tick, and Flea Bites Increasing in the US. Cases triple; better tools needed to fight mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas Illnesses from mosquito, tick, and flea bites have tripled in the U.S., with more than 640,000 cases reported during the 13 years from 2004 through 2016. Nine new germs spread by mosquitoes and ticks were discovered or introduced into the United States during this time. These findings are in the latest Vital Signs report by the Centers for Disease Cont...

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Health Department adds Oral Typhoid to International Travel Clinic

Posted 04/16/18

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will now carry Oral Typhoid as part of the department's International Travel Vaccination Clinic. Vivotif, oral Typhoid Vaccine, is a 4 dose vaccine that is taken orally. Typhoid fever is a systemic, febrile disease contracted by ingesting contaminated food or water. It is unique to humans and commonly found where sanitation is deficient. Historically, typhoid fever was a major cause of illness and death until the advent of modern antibiotics. Mil...

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Rx Take Back Day

Posted 03/30/18

IMPACT, the Wheeling Police Department and the Ohio County Sheriff's Office will host two Rx Take Back locations in Ohio County on April 28, 2018 from 10am to 2pm.  Drop all unused, unwanted or expired medications for safe disposal.  Keep them out of the hands of youth.  Environmentally friendly to water supply.  Lower substance abuse in Ohio County.  Stop by the Elm Grove Pharmacy at 102 East Bethlehem Blvd. or Mt DeChantal Kroger at 200 Mt DeChantal Rd.

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2018 Spring Clean Up

Posted 02/28/18

2018 Spring Ohio County Clean Up Schedule Announced. Tuesday, April 3 at 35th Street Ballfield, Wheeling Saturday, April 7 at Old Wheeling Dog Pound, Peninsula Street Tuesday, April 10 at Garden Park, Warwood Saturday, April 14 at West Liberty Saturday, April 14 at  Clearview Community Center Tuesday, April 17 at  Pleasanton Playground Saturday, April 21 at Triadelphia Community Center Saturday, April 21 at Valley Grove Community Center Tuesday, April 24 at Bet...

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Drug Take Day at Elm Grove Pharmacy

Posted 02/22/18

On Saturday, March 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Elm Grove Pharmacy will host a drug take-back event, along with deputies from the Ohio County Sheriff’s Office and local employee volunteers from Cardinal Health. This event will provide a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of unused or expired medications. Drug take-back events are an important tool to help combat prescription drug misuse and abuse. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, nearly 54% of those who misus...

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Flood Clean Up Suggestion

Posted 02/20/18

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPAARTMENT OFFICIALS OFFER ADVICE FOR SAFE FLOOD CLEAN-UP While raging flood waters have left behind a mass of destruction across West Virginia, also left behind are disease-producing bacteria. As residents in the affected area begin the task of cleaning up homes and salvaging personal belongings, state health officials offer some precautions to help prevent illness. When cleaning up your home, be sure to wear protective clothing such as rubber boots, gloves and ey...

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Position Opening

Posted 02/15/18

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department has a position opening for an Office Assistant 2.  Individuals who are interested in the OA2 position can apply at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wv. This is a full time, day shift position.  The OA2 will, Under general supervision, perform full performance level clerical duties primarily within the environmental side of the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department.  Applicant should be familiar with using Microsoft office suite and general office e...

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Health Department to Provide First Responder Naloxone (Narcan) Training and Narcan

Posted 02/07/18

February 7, 2018 (Wheeling, WV) - The Wheeling-Ohio County Department will offer free trainings and Narcan to Ohio Valley First Responders as part of the departments expanded Harm Reduction Program. Narcan is a medication that reverses the effects of an opiate overdose very quickly. When administered correctly, the nasal spray Narcan restores breathing that has been dangerously slowed by an overdose of heroin or prescription painkillers. Narcan works within a minute or two and gives emergency...

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Seasonal Flu Information

Posted 01/18/18

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is issuing the following statement concerning Flu vaccinations.   During a recent local TV news story, information was provided  concerning the flu vaccinations and effectiveness. From a public health position, the information was not accurate.  There are no recommendations for a “booster” vaccination for this season’s flu shot.  CDC and most of the major medical associations urge a single adult dose of flu vaccine each flu season. T...

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Project HOPE Winter Walk

Posted 01/10/18

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department's Project HOPE is hosting a Winter Walk to raise awareness for homelessness and street medicine.  The event is called Walk a Mile in THEIR Shoes because walkers are going to experience part of what homeless men, women, and children experience every day - walking through the city in freezing weather and winter elements trying to stay warm because shelter may not be available. Details: 1 Mile Saturday, February 24, 2018 8:00am $50 Soup K...

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WV DHHR Announces Funding for Harm Reduction Programs

Posted 11/29/17

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today announced $600,000 in grant funding has been awarded to 11 health care entities across West Virginia to support harm reduction program efforts.  The award is part of a $5.88 million State Target Response to the Opioid Crisis Grant provided to West Virginia through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Harm reduction programs can reduce the transmission of blood-borne diseases such as hepatitis ...

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West Virginia Seeing Dramatic Increase in Lyme Disease Cases

Posted 11/21/17

West Virginia will report the highest number of Lyme disease cases on record in 2017. As of November 8, 2017, 571 confirmed and probable Lyme disease cases have been reported compared to the previous record of 368 cases in 2016. The geographic distribution of cases has also increased. As of November 8, 2017, 45 counties have reported at least one confirmed or probable Lyme disease case, up from 11 counties in 2012. This increase could be the result of increased reporting, increase in the number ...

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Health Department now offering New Cholera Vaccine

Posted 10/19/17

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is now offering the new cholera vaccine Vaxchora through the department’s Travel Vaccination Clinic. The Department's Travel Vaccination Clinic offers vaccinations to assist travelers during international travel. Vaxchora is a vaccine against some of the bacteria that causes cholera (vibrio cholerae serogroup O1). It is the best line of defense against cholera infection, providing significant protection against cholera. The vaccine is recommended f...

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Board of Health Approves Seasonal Flu Recommendations

Posted 10/13/17

The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health has approved the recommendations for required immunization of health care workers in Ohio County for influenza during the October 11, 2017 regular Board meeting. The recommendations are for all health care facilities (hospitals, clinics, facilities, physician offices) in Ohio County. A health care worker working in a health care facility in Ohio County shall receive an annual influenza immunization by November 1st (or prior to the beginning of the d...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Reports Positive Rabies Case

Posted 09/26/17

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is warning people to avoid contact with any wild animals including bats and raccoons after a raccoon tested positive for rabies. A raccoon in the Triadelphia area of Ohio County tested positive for rabies on September 26, 2017. This is the second laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2017. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county health departments in West Virginia, along with the United States Department of...

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ANNUAL WREATH HANGING CEREMONY KICKS OFF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Posted 09/26/17

WHEELING, WV – Representatives from the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department, West Virginia University Extension and the West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program will hold a wreath hanging ceremony on October 2, 2017 at the City/County building for West Virginia Breast Cancer Awareness Day and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event marks the 23rd annual West Virginia Breast Cancer Awareness Day. Similar ceremonies will take place all across the state as publi...

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WOCHD October 2017 Clinic & Program Schedule

Posted 09/26/17

October 2017 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood seasonal flu vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. PPD skin testing for exposure to TB. Appointme...

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WOCHD Seasonal Flu Clinics Announced

Posted 09/26/17

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Announces Seasonal Flu Clinics  WHEELING, WV – Ohio Valley residents who are in need of a flu shot can visit the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department to get their yearly seasonal flu vaccination. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will offer seasonal flu shots from 9:00-11:00am and again from 1:00-3:00pm on Mondays and Thursdays starting September 25, 2017. At this time, seasonal flu shots will be offered to individuals 6 months of age...

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Free Radon Test Kits at Health Department

Posted 09/07/17

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reminding residents to make sure that homes and businesses are radon-free as summer winds down and they begin spending more time indoors. The health department has free radon testing kits that are available at the health department Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Radon is a gas you cannot see, smell or taste. Radon is the result of radioactive metals breaking down in rocks, soil and groundwater. Exposure to radon occurs primarily by inhali...

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Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Posted 09/01/17

The Ohio County Solid Waste Authority will hold a Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday, September 16, 2017 from 8am to 1pm.  The collection will be held at the City of Wheeling Operations center in the Clator section of Wheeling.  (Take Wheeling Hospital exit, turn right at intersection, turn left onto Hunter Avenue and follow signs). Accepted items:  gasoline, antifreeze, kerosene, paint, paint thinner, used oil, used oil filters, varnish, transmission fluid, turpentine, light...

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Ohio County Tire Collection Date Set

Posted 08/22/17

The WV Department of Environmental Protection will host a tire collection on October 14, 2017 from 8:00am to 2:00pm at Cabela's parking lot.  Residents can discard up to 10 tires per person with a valid West Virginia identification for the county in which the tire collection event is being held. Tires must be off the rims. Only car and light truck tires, 16 inches or less, will be accepted. Haulers and businesses are not allowed to participate. Only tires from state residents will be ac...

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Health departments giving back-to-school vaccinations

Posted 08/04/17

School students entering school for the 2017-2018 school year are required to have up-to-date vaccinations before they will be allowed to attend classes. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department’s immunization clinic is each Wednesday from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. All regular childhood and back to school immunizations are available. Currently West Virginia State law requires that all children entering school in West Virginia for the first time in grades K-12 must show proof of immuni...

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Public Housing Going Smoke Free

Posted 08/04/17

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and the Wheeling Housing Authority will be holding a series of meetings to address a new smoke free building policy. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently finalized a new law requiring all public housing units to become "smoke-free" facilities. The rule will protect staff and residents working and living in federally owned and operated public housing units from the dangers of secondhand smoke exposure The HUD Smoke Fr...

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Flood Waters & Tetanus

Posted 07/25/17

Flood Waters & Tetanus What You Need to Know from the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department What is tetanus? Also known as “lockjaw”, tetanus is a disease of the nerves caused by bacteria in a contaminated wound. The tetanus bacteria is commonly found in soil. It enters the body through any opening, from a slight scratch to a severe wound. It can cause painful spasms of all muscles, convulsions and even death. Who should get Td (tetanus/diphtheria) vaccine? ...

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WVDHHR Announces New WIC Income Guidelines

Posted 06/06/17

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Nutrition Services today announced new U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) income eligibility guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The new guidelines indicate a family of four can earn $45,510 and still qualify for WIC program benefits. This amounts to a $555 increase from last year, and will allow more West Virginia families to enroll in the program. “Our goal...

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2017 Annual Rabies Clinics

Posted 05/30/17

WHEELING, WV – The Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics will begin on July 5, 2017 and will continue to July 14th. The clinics, sponsored by the Ohio County Animal Control office, are for the vaccination of family pets. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges all Ohio County pet owners to take advantage of this low cost clinic and get their family pet vaccinated against rabies. Clinics are operated from 5:00pm -7:00pm and all animals must be on a leash or in a pet carrier. The co...

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Micro Blading Notice

Posted 05/24/17

All Tattoo and Body Piercing Studios must have a permit from the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department. All facilities that do Micro Blading must obtain a tattoo studio permit.  The Environmental Health office of the WOCHD helps to protect the health of the citizens of Ohio County by permitting and inspecting all tattoo and body art studios. Tattoo studios have been regulated since 1993 when the West Virginia Legislature passed House Bill 2565 (effective July 9, 1993). House Bill 2565 estab...

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Positive Rabies Case Reported in Wheeling

Posted 05/17/17

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Reports Positive Rabies Case WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is warning people to avoid contact with any wild animals including bats and raccoons after a bat tested positive for rabies. A bat in the Valley View Ave area of Wheeling tested positive for rabies on May 17, 2017. This is the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2017. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county healt...

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Special Food Handler Training Set for Farmers Markets

Posted 03/09/17

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and the Ohio County Extension Service will offer a special food handler training on March 29, 2017 at 6:00pm at the City/County Building in Wheeling. This special “farmers market” food handler training is open to individuals who will be selling at area farmers markets. Staff from both the health department and the extension service will conduct a regular food handler training program and an overview of state farmers market requirements, permittin...

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2017 Ohio County Solid Waste Spring Clean Up Announced

Posted 03/08/17

Ohio County Solid Waste Authority 2017 Spring Clean Up Schedule Saturday, April 8 at West Liberty Christian Church Saturday, April 8 at Clearview Community Center Tuesday, April 11 at Patterson Ballfield Tuesday, April 11 at Bethlehem Ballfield Tuesday, April 18 at Pleasanton Playground Saturday, April 22 at Valley Grove Community Center Saturday, April 22 at Triadelphia Community Center Tuesday, April 25 at Garden Park, Warwood Tuesday, May 2 at 35th Street/Wheel...

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WOCHD Position Opening

Posted 03/02/17

Accounting Technician 3 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department The WOCHD is seeking an individual to fill the position of Accounting Technician 3. This position requires accurate financial record keeping, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable.  The position is to keep and maintain local, state and federal grants and accounts in accordance with grant guidelines.  Prepare financial reports as needed.  Maintain the financial program with all current tax updates.  Assist new or depart...

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Influenza Update February 22 2017

Posted 02/22/17

West Virginia (WV) has reported influenza activity as “Widespread” for the week ending Saturday, February 18, 2017. Influenza activity continues to increase in the United States, flu activity this season has been moderate so far, with severity indicators within the range of what has been seen during previous seasons during which influenza A (H3N2) viruses have predominated.  Influenza A (H3N2) predominant seasons are often associated with more severe illness, especially in young children...

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Board of Health Adopts Position Statement on No Smoking Regulations

Posted 01/10/17

During the January 10, 2017 Board of Health meeting a Position Statement was introduced concerning clean indoor air regulations, or no smoking rules, in West Virginia. With recent events in neighboring counties pertaining to Board of Health no smoking rules, the Board saw it necessary to issue a position statement on the county's current regulation and future plans. It is the goal of the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health and the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department that Wheeling and O...

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Board of Health Approves New Tanning Bed Regulation

Posted 01/10/17

Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health Approves New Tanning Bed Regulation WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health has approved the adoption of a new Tanning Bed Regulation. This Regulation shall be known as the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Tanning Facility Regulation and shall cover Ohio County, West Virginia. The regulation will go into effect on January 10, 2017. All tanning facilities must register with the health department and obtain a Tanning Facility Certi...

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2016 Homeless Memorial Service

Posted 12/16/16

Join the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department's homeless outreach program (HOPE) on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00pm for the Homeless Memorial Service. Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day is designanted on December 21st, the first day of winter and the longest night of the year. We remember those who have died and we strengthen our resolve to work for a world where no life is lived or lost in homelessness. St. John's Evangelical Protestant Church, more commonly known as Cent...

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City of Wheeling Water Service Interruption Notice - Elm Grove

Posted 12/01/16

The City of Wheeling has issued a notice that on Friday, December 2, 2016 starting at 6:00pm there will be an interruption of the water service in the ELM GROVE area due to water main updates/replacement. After service is restored there will be a 48 hour boil order in effect. The following addresses will be affected: 103, 122, 153-158, and 180-186 Idabelle Ave 139, 143 East Bethlehem Blvd 7-40 East Cove Ave Junior Ave. from Laurel Ave to Evelyn Ave All of Dorothy Ave All...

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WOCHD Sets 2017 Food Handler Training Calendar

Posted 11/30/16

WHEELING, WV – Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department’s overall strategy for reducing foodborne illness is to place a heavy emphasis on education about proper food storage, handling and preparation practices. The Department has set the 2017 Food Handler Training calendar, which is for anyone who will be involved in the food service and similar activities. All food service workers need to obtain a valid food handler card within thirty (30) days upon hire. Classes for food handlers are cond...

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Board of Health Approves Tanning Bed Regulation

Posted 11/18/16

On November 15, 2016, the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health approved the adoption of a new Tanning Bed Regulation. This Regulation shall be known as the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Tanning Facility Regulation and shall cover Ohio County, West Virginia. The regulation includes proof of age requirements; no one under the age of fourteen (14) will be allowed to use the tanning facility and anyone between the ages of fourteen (14) and eighteen (18) must have a parent or guardian pre...

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City of Wheeling Water Service Interruption Notice - North Park

Posted 11/17/16

The City of Wheeling has issued a notice that on Friday, November 18, 2016 starting at 8:00am there will be an interruption of the water service in the North Park area due to water main updates/replacement. After service is restored there will be a 48 hour boil order in effect. The following addresses will be affected: Finch Ave Jay Court Robin Court Lark Court Quail Court Raven Ave Eagle Ave Owl Court Wren Court Hawk Court Mount Wood Road from #59 to #109 ...

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Wheeling Breast Cancer Walk set for October 9, 2016

Posted 10/03/16

West Virginia Communities Take Steps Against Breast Cancer October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and West Virginia (WV) communities are walking to bring awareness about the disease to the mountain state. The Mountains of Hope Cancer Coalition, its partners, and volunteers are sponsoring thirteen regional "Walks for Women...Take a Step Against Breast Cancer." Wheeling's walk will be on Sunday, October 9th at the Howard Long Wellness Center.  "Janie's Walk" will begin with regi...

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Ohio County Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Posted 10/03/16

West Virginia Communities Unite Against Breast Cancer Breast cancer is a dangerous disease, with approximately 1,300 women expected to be diagnosed in West Virginia in 2016. Although mortality rates are decreasing, an estimated 300 West Virginia women will still die from the disease this year. As the fight against breast cancer continues, West Virginia communities are coming together to spread the word about prevention and early detection. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month ...

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Board of Health meeting announcement

Posted 09/12/16

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING –The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at 12noon.  The meetings will be held in the City/County Building.  All interested individuals or delegations wishing to address the Board of Health should contact the Health Department Administrator to be placed on the agenda.

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Seasonal Flu Clinics Announced

Posted 09/09/16

WHEELING-OHIO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES SEASONAL FLU CLINICS WHEELING, WV – Ohio Valley residents who are in need of a flu shot can visit the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department to get their yearly seasonal flu vaccination. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will offer seasonal flu shots from 9:00-11:00am and again from 1:00-3:00pm on Mondays and Thursdays starting September 12, 2016. At this time, seasonal flu shots will be offered to individuals 6 months of age and ...

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WOCHD September 2016 Clinics & Programs

Posted 09/07/16

September 2016 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays, September 7, 14, 21, 28 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood seasonal flu vaccinations.  Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682.  PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays, September 12, 19, 26 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. PPD skin testing for exposure to TB. Appointme...

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2016 Oral Rabies Vaccination Program Set to Begin

Posted 08/09/16

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Announces Rabies Bait Drop for Local Areas WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is advising residents of Ohio County and the Northern Panhandle that a raccoon rabies bait drop will be conducted beginning August 22, 2016 to September 4, 2016. Raccoons in West Virginia will get another dose of rabies vaccine as part of an ongoing multi-agency effort to create a rabies barrier across the state, extending from the northern panhandle to...

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Hand Foot & Mouth Disease Health Notice

Posted 08/03/16

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Seeing Increase in Cases of Virus WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is issuing a notice to the community concerning a common virus known as Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD). The health department has been notified by area physicians, emergency rooms and other healthcare providers of an increase in the number of cases in the community. The virus is not a required reportable disease in West Virginia unless part of a larger c...

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August 2016 Clinics & Programs

Posted 08/03/16

August 2016 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood seasonal flu vaccinations. Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682. PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. PPD skin testing for exposure to TB. Appointments ...

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Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Posted 07/29/16

The Ohio County Solid Waste Authority will hold a Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday, September 10, 2016 from 8am to 1pm.  The collection will be held at the City of Wheeling Operations center in the Clator section of Wheeling.  (Take Wheeling Hospital exit, turn right at intersection, turn left onto Hunter Avenue and follow signs). Accepted items:  gasoline, antifreeze, kerosene, paint, paint thinner, used oil, used oil filters, varnish, transmission fluid, turpentine, light...

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WV Breast & Cervical Cancer Screening Program

Posted 07/28/16

The West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (WVBCCSP) is a comprehensive public health program that helps uninsured or underinsured women gain access to breast and cervical cancer screening services. Screening and early detection reduces death rates, improves treatment options, and greatly increases survival. The WVBCCSP provides clinical breast examinations (CBEs), mammograms, and Pap tests for eligible women, as well as diagnostic testing for women whose screening outcome...

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Positive Rabies Case Reported for Ohio County

Posted 07/26/16

Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Reports Positive Rabies Case WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is warning people to avoid contact with raccoons after a wild raccoon tested positive for rabies. A raccoon in the Elm Grove/Triadelphia area of Wheeling tested positive for rabies on July 26, 2016. This is the second laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2016. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and other county health departments i...

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WVDHHR Zika Media Release

Posted 07/20/16

WVDHHR Announces First Confirmed Case of Zika Virus in a Pregnant Woman 7/19/2016 The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health is reporting the state’s first case of Zika virus occurring in a pregnant woman, bringing the total of confirmed Zika virus cases in West Virginia to eight.  All eight cases were contracted by travel to countries where the virus is active. “The woman was confirmed to be positive for Zika virus following an intern...

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department Distributing Free CPR Kits

Posted 07/15/16

American Heart Association’s CPR Anytime program helps educate bystanders in CPR People learning bystander CPR may be the answer to reducing death from the more than 326,000 cardiac arrests that occur outside of a hospital each year. Sadly, most of those victims die, often because bystanders don’t know how to start CPR, or are afraid they’ll do something wrong. The bystander is the person who witnesses an event or finds a victim unresponsive, not breathing and appears lifeless. If a ...

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Board of Health Approves Flu Vaccination Recommendations

Posted 07/12/16

The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health has approved the recommendations for required immunization of health care workers in Ohio County for influenza during the July 12, 2016 regular Board meeting. The recommendations are for all health care facilities (hospitals, clinics, facilities, physician offices) in Ohio County. A health care worker working in a health care facility in Ohio County shall receive an annual influenza immunization by November 1st (or prior to the beginning of the desi...

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July 2016 Health Department Schedule

Posted 06/30/16

IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood seasonal flu vaccinations. Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682. PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays, July 11, 18, 25 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. PPD skin testing for exposure to TB. Appointments are not necessary. FAMILY PLANNING/BCCSP CLINIC – Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28. Consist...

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Rabies Vaccination Clinics Set for 2016

Posted 06/30/16

WHEELING, WV – The Ohio County Rabies Vaccination Clinics will begin on July 5, 2016 and will continue to July 14th. The clinics, sponsored by the Ohio County Animal Control office, are for the vaccination of family pets. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department urges all Ohio County pet owners to take advantage of this low cost clinic and get their family pet vaccinated against rabies. Clinics are operated from 5:00pm -7:00pm and all animals must be on a leash or in a pet carrier. The co...

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Tetanus Vaccine May Be Needed for Flood Clean-Up Effort

Posted 06/27/16

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – As clean-up efforts are underway across the state following significant flooding, the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health is reminding residents to check their immunization status to ensure they are protected against tetanus, in addition to protecting existing wounds from infection. "Tetanus is a disease contracted by getting the tetanus bacteria into an open cut or wound," said Dr. Rahul Gupta, State Health Officer and Commi...

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Flood Clean Up Precautions Reduce Illness

Posted 06/27/16

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health is encouraging residents to take precautions while returning to their homes to begin clean up to reduce injury and illness. "Disease producing bacteria are often carried by flood water and sewage," said Dr. Rahul Gupta, State Health officer and Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health. "These bacteria can remain alive and dangerous for long periods of time on items covered or expose...

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Mosquito Bite Prevention is Important during Flood Clean Up

Posted 06/27/16

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health is encouraging residents to take mosquito bite precautions while conducting flood clean up. "Flooding leads to increased mosquito activity which can elevate the risk of mosquito bites and the potential for mosquito-borne diseases," said Dr. Rahul Gupta, State Health Officer and Commissioner for the Bureau for Public Health. "Standing or pooling water from recent heavy rainfall and flood...

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Employment Opportunities at WOCHD WIC Program

Posted 05/23/16

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department WIC Program has posted employment openings for the following positions: Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3 (one opening) Office Assistant 1 Health and Human Service Aide Individuals who are interested or have questions can contact Beth Dowler, Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department WIC Director at (304) 234-3888.  These positions will be posted through the West Virginia Division of Personnel starting May 30, 2016.  To formally apply visit http://www....

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Annual Public Health Conference

Posted 05/13/16

Health Department To Host Annual Public Health Conference  WHEELING, WV – The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will host the annual Northern Panhandle Regional Public Health Conference on June 10, 2016, at the Wilson Lodge, Oglebay Resort and Conference Center. This year’s conference is sponsored by the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department in Parkersburg, West Virginia. The annual Public Health conference will feature: Howard Gambl...

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Local Mosquitoes and Zika Virus Disease

Posted 05/02/16

WHEELING, WV – In addition to preparing for another season of mosquitoes, West Nile virus, and La Crosse encephalitis, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health (BPH), are planning for Zika virus disease. Currently, active transmission of Zika virus is occurring in many countries in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. Fever, rash, joint pain, and redness of the eyes are the most common s...

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Rx Take Back Day

Posted 04/25/16

IMPACT and the Wheeling Police Department will host two Rx Take Back locations in Ohio County on April 30, 2016 from 10am to 2pm.  Drop all unused, unwanted or expired medications for safe disposal.  Keep them out of the hands of youth.  Environmentally friendly to water supply.  Lower substance abuse in Ohio County.  Stop by the Elm Grove Pharmacy at 102 East Bethlehem Blvd. or Mt DeChantal Kroger at 200 Mt DeChantal Rd.

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Food Safety for Farmers Market Vendors

Posted 04/19/16

Special Food Training for Farmer Market Vendors On May 16, 2016 from 6:00-8:30pm at the Ohio County Public Library Basement Auditorium the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and Karen Cox from WVU Extension Service will present Food Safety for Farmers Market Vendor.  Participants will learn what they need and don’t need to safely sell food and food related products at the farmers market.  The training  will review health permits, food handling, and state updates for farmers market ve...

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April 2016 Clinics & Programs

Posted 04/01/16

April 2016 Clinics & Programs Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department   IMMUNIZATION CLINIC – Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. All regular childhood and back-to-school immunizations, including childhood seasonal flu vaccinations. Appointments are encouraged, but not necessary, call (304) 234-3682. PPD (TB) SKIN TESTING CLINIC – Mondays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. PPD skin testing for exposure to TB. Appointmen...

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Health Department to offer Narcan Trainings

Posted 03/22/16

Naloxone (Narcan) Community Opioid Overdose Trainings To Be Offered by Health Department.  Would you know what to do if someone overdosed? The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering life-saving Naloxone (Narcan) training for residents. When administered correctly, the nasal spray Narcan restores breathing that has been dangerously slowed by an overdose of heroin or prescription painkillers. Narcan works within a minute or two and gives emergency responders time to get the person t...

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The Need for Food Establishment Permits

Posted 03/15/16

Wheeling-OhioCounty Health Department Stresses the needfor Food Establishment Health Permits WHEELING, WV — As the spring andsummer outdoor activity season approaches the Wheeling-Ohio County HealthDepartment would like to remind all organizations and business about foodpermits. Ifan organization or business is going to hold a public event where food is soldor given away they should contact the health department to obtain a permit andhave the operation inspected before serving to the pub...

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Outside Toilet Facilities for Food Service Establishments

Posted 03/11/16

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department hasnoticed an increase in the number of outside picnic tables near permitted foodservice establishments in Ohio County. The provision of outside picnic tables isconsidered the same as a dining area and therefore the establishment mustprovide public toilet facilities.Anestablishment that has indoor public toilet facilities and provides outsideseating is considered compliant and no additional action is necessary. However, any permitted food service ...

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WV Zika Case

Posted 03/10/16

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 2016 State Confirms First Case of Zika Virus CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau forPublic Health (BPH) today received laboratory confirmation of the State’s firstcase of the Zika virus. “With the number of Zika outbreaks occurring in many partsof the world where West Virginians travel for vacation, business or missionwork, the likelihood of a finding a Zika case in our State was foreseeable,”s...

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Annual Public Health Conference Announced

Posted 03/08/16

Health Department To Host Annual Public Health Conference WHEELING, WV — The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department will host the annual Public Health Conference on June 10, 2016 at Oglebay Resort. The one day event is open to the public and free of charge. The conference focuses on Public Health Surveillance/Threat Preparedness and the different agencies involved and their roles. The workshop will present information beneficial to public health nurses, school nurses, staff of long term c...

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New Smoking Regulation Effective March 1st

Posted 03/01/16

The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health approved a new Clean Indoor Air Regulation at their November 10, 2015 meeting. The regulation takes effect today, March 1, 2016. The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health first passed the Clean Indoor Air Regulation in 1996 and it was revised in 2005 and 2015.  The Clean Indoor Air Regulation is an important public health milestone in the effort to protect and improve the health and well-being of Ohio County residents. The regulation is also another ...

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Flu vaccine nearly 60 percent effective according to preliminary CDC data

Posted 02/25/16

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today reported preliminary overall influenza vaccine effectiveness (VE) of 59 percent this season. These data were presented at a meeting of the agency's Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP) in Atlanta. This finding is comparable to past estimates for seasons when most circulating flu viruses and vaccine viruses have been similar. "This means that getting a flu vaccine this season reduced the risk of having to go to the doctor bec...

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Spring break travelers should be sure to pack Zika virus precautions

Posted 02/25/16

As college and high school students and families pack for Spring Break vacations that might take them to popular destinations where the Zika virus is being spread by mosquito, the Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is reminding them to exercise caution. “We certainly want kids and families on Spring Break and other travelers to enjoy themselves,” said William C Mercer, MD, Wheeling-Ohio County Health Officer. “We just want them to remember to pack with protecting themselves in mind....

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Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and the Belmont County Health Department announces first case

Posted 02/25/16

WHEELING, WV — The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department and Belmont County Health Department is announcing its first case of an Ohio Valley resident being infected with the Zika virus. The mosquito-borne virus has caused the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue travel warnings for pregnant women. The patient had traveled to a country where Zika transmission has been active and ongoing. A blood test confirmed that the patient had Zika. Both health departments enco...

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Revised Clean Indoor Air Regulation Announced

Posted 02/22/16

WHEELING, WV — The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health approved a new Clean Indoor Air Regulation at their November 10, 2015 meeting. The regulation will take effect on March 1, 2016. The Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health first passed the Clean Indoor Air Regulation in 1996 and it was revised in 2005 and 2015.  The Clean Indoor Air Regulation is an important public health milestone in the effort to protect and improve the health and well-being of Ohio County residents. The regulation i...

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Health Advisory on Zika Virus, WVDHHR

Posted 01/28/16

Update on Zika Virus This alert is an update on the Zika virus, a reportable arboviral disease. Nineteen states have had imported cases of the disease; West Virginia has no cases to date. Pregnant women should consider postponing travel to areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing due to possible association between infection and poor pregnancy outcomes (e.g. microcephaly and other birth defects). The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health would like to bring the following key points t...

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Winter Storm Jonas Update

Posted 01/22/16

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department along with other West Virginia local health departments (LHDs) has been monitoring the impending Winter Storm Jonas. This storm is described as a windy, strong, slow-moving storm that is expected to bring significant heavy snowfall to West Virginia including sleet or freezing rain. During any heavy snow storm, the potential exists for power outages. It is important for residents who lose electrical power and are without a back-up generator to dispose of...

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Special Board of Health Meeting Announced

Posted 01/21/16

A special meeting of the Wheeling-Ohio County Board of Health will be held on January 29, 2016 in the City/County Building, 2nd floor, County Commission conference room.  The purpose of the meeting is to discuss West Virginia Legislative Updates and any other business of the Board of Health and Health Department.  The next regularly scheduled Board of Health meeting is March 8, 2016 at 12noon.

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Winter Storm Jonas Update

Posted 01/21/16

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department along with other West Virginia local health departments (LHDs) has been monitoring the impending Winter Storm Jonas. This storm is described as a windy, strong, slow-moving storm that is expected to bring significant heavy snowfall to West Virginia including sleet or freezing rain. During any heavy snow storm, the potential exists for power outages. Residents are urged to use caution if working outdoor or shoveling snow to prevent serious illness. Heavy...

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Winter Storm Jonas Update

Posted 01/20/16

The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department along with other West Virginia local health departments (LHDs) have been monitoring the impending Winter Storm Jonas.  This storm is described as a windy, strong, slow-moving storm that is expected to bring significant heavy snowfall to West Virginia including sleet or freezing rain.  During any heavy snow storm, the potential exists for power outages.  County Health Departments are reminding residents of the dangers related to winter storms and k...

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CDC HEALTH ADVISORY ON ZIKA VIRUS

Posted 01/19/16

Recognizing, Managing, and Reporting Zika Virus Infections in Travelers Returning from Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico Distributed via the CDC Health Alert Network, Friday, January 15, 2016, 19:45 EST (7:45 PM EST) CDCHAN-00385 Summary In May 2015, the World Health Organization reported the first local transmissionof Zika virus in the Western Hemisphere, with autochthonous (locally acquired)cases identified in Brazil. As of January 15, 2016, local transmission had b...

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Positive Rabies Case Reported

Posted 01/06/16

Rabies Case Reported by Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department WHEELING,WV — The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is announcing that a wild raccoon has tested positive for rabies. The raccoon was found in the Elm Terrace area of Wheeling, along Fernwood Ave on January 4, 2016 The raccoon died on January 4, 2016 and tested positive forrabies on January 6, 2016.This is the first laboratory confirmed animal rabies case in Ohio County for 2016. The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Departm...

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