Pre-diabetes and How to Manage Risk Factors
Preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes, even if you’re high risk, is possible!Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy, and about 90-95% of people with diabetes have type...
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Advancements in Cancer Care at the Maurer Family Cancer Care Center
In the realm of cancer care, the Maurer Family Cancer Care Center stands out with cutting-edge technology, access to the most advanced therapies and personalized, compassionate treatment. Led by a team of certified...
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The Importance of Flu Shots
Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exceptions. Flu season begins in October and can last all the way until March. The flu, also known as influenza, is an infection of the nose,...
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Dr. Ryan Griffith joins Wood County Pulmonology
Ryan Griffith, MD, MSBS, recently joined the team at Wood County Pulmonology. Dr. Griffith attended the University of Toledo, where he received his Master of Science in Biomedical Science in Medical Sciences and became a...
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July WOW Award Winner – ICU Nurse, Chelsea
The WOW Patient Experience Initiative recognizes team members who engage with patients/families, visitors and employees in exceptional ways, providing a superior level of commitment and reflecting the values of Wood...
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Celebrating Our Perfect 5-Star Rating
Celebrating Wood County Hospital's Perfect 5-Star CMS Rating We are excited to announce that Wood County Hospital has achieved a perfect 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The...
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Celebrating Our 72 Anniversary
This month, We Celebrate Wood County Hospital’s 72nd anniversary.Over the past 72 years, WCH has evolved and grown with technology continually advancing to best serve our community. Community members supported the...
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Primary Care Physicians – Why You Need One
Having a primary care physician is critical to your health for many reasons, one being that they can help prevent and catch cancer early. There are a few ways to help prevent cancer or find it early, including avoiding...
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When to Visit Urgent Care vs. the E.R.
As a parent, your child's health is your utmost priority, and being aware of when to seek urgent care or head to the emergency room can be critical for their well-being. Emergency rooms are equipped to provide fast,...
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