Scioto County Health Department

10/29/2026

From 9am to 12pm TODAY - Scioto County Health Department will be giving flu vaccines out at The Potter's House. We'll have shots for all ages, 6 months and up, including the Senior flu vaccine for those 65 and older.

Please bring your photo ID and insurance card, Medicaid, or Medicare card (if you have insurance). Those without insurance may still be able to get a flu vaccine, while supplies last.

10/29/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out last night to the Trunk or Treat at the Scioto County Job & Family Services.

10/29/2026

10/27/2026

This Thursday! October 29th!

The Potter's House and Scioto County Health Department are teaming up to provide flu vaccinations! We'll have shots for all ages, 6 months and up, including the Senior flu vaccine for those 65 and older.

Please bring your photo ID and insurance card, Medicaid, or Medicare card (if you have insurance). Those without insurance may still be able to get a flu vaccine, while supplies last.

10/26/2026

Have You Gotten Your Flu Shot Yet? 🤧

Flu season is here! The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against the flu is by getting your annual flu vaccine.

✅ Flu vaccines are available at the Scioto County Health Department!

📅 Monday–Friday
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📞 740-355-8358, Option #2

💙 Protect yourself, protect your family, and help keep our community healthy this flu season!

10/26/2026

Concerned About Measles?

The best way to protect yourself and your family against measles is by receiving 2 doses of the MMR vaccine! Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent measles and help stop its spread.

✅ MMR vaccines are available at the Scioto County Health Department!

📅 Monday–Friday
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📞 740-355-8358, Option #2

💙 Protect yourself, protect your family, and help keep our community healthy!

10/23/2026

Knowing your risk is an important part of breast health. 🎀

While anyone can develop breast cancer, certain factors may increase your risk—including age, family history, inherited genetic changes, previous chest radiation, and some lifestyle and reproductive factors.

Having one or more risk factors does not mean you will develop breast cancer. Talk with your healthcare provider about your personal and family history, your individual risk, and when breast cancer screening may be right for you.

Know your risk. Know your body. Start the conversation.

10/23/2026

💉 BRING THE FLU CLINIC TO YOU! 💚💙

Did you know the Scioto County Health Department can bring flu vaccinations directly to your organization or group?

Whether you're part of a church, workplace, club, community organization, or other group, our nursing team can come to your location and make getting vaccinated convenient and easy!

✅ We come to you! Our nurses provide flu vaccinations at your location.

✅ Insurance? No problem! We can bill and process most insurance plans.

✅ Convenient scheduling! We'll work with your group to arrange a clinic.

✅ We ask for a minimum of 10 people to schedule an on-site clinic.

Protecting our community from the flu is a team effort, and we're making it easier for Scioto County residents to stay healthy this flu season!

📞 Interested in scheduling a clinic for your group?

Call the Scioto County Health Department at 740-355-8358 option #2 to get started!

💚 Help us spread the word! Share this post with local churches, employers, clubs, and organizations that may be interested!

10/23/2026

Press Release: 10/23/26
Pike County Reports 20 Additional Confirmed Measles Cases

Waverly, Ohio – The Pike County General Health District is reporting 20 additional confirmed cases of measles in Pike County, bringing the total to 22 confirmed cases and 2 suspected cases.

The health district has completed contact tracing for these cases, including identifying potential exposures, notifying contacts, and providing guidance to individuals who may have been exposed.

Individuals with measles are contagious from four days before the rash appears through four days after it begins. The day the rash first appears is considered Day 0. This means a person can spread measles before the rash develops and remains contagious through Day 4 after the rash appears. Individuals with measles should remain isolated through Day 4. Severely immunocompromised individuals may remain contagious longer and require additional precautions.

Measles symptoms may include high fever, cough, runny nose, red or watery eyes, and a rash. Symptoms generally develop 7–14 days after exposure but can take up to 21 days to appear.

Anyone experiencing symptoms consistent with measles should avoid contact with others and contact their healthcare provider immediately. Call ahead before arriving at a medical facility and explain that you may have measles or have been exposed. This allows healthcare providers to take precautions to protect other patients and staff.

Vaccination is the best protection against measles. Two doses of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine are approximately 97% effective at preventing measles.

Residents who need vaccination or are unsure of their vaccination status are encouraged to contact the Pike County General Health District at 740-947-7721. Vaccinations are available through the health district, and arrangements can be made for visits at another location for individuals who have difficulty coming to the office.

Anyone who believes they may have been exposed to measles should contact their healthcare provider or the health district as soon as possible for guidance.

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10/23/2026