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Rising demand for Cincinnati mental health services strains local providers

Unprecedented demand overwhelms system Local hospitals and clinics report that the demand for Cincinnati mental health services has reached historic levels in early 2026. Experts warn that without increased funding and workforce development, the gap in Cincinnati mental health services could leave thousands of vulnerable residents without care. The Greater Cincinnati region is facing a critical tipping…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 3, 20260Comments

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How Ohio recreational marijuana is reshaping Cincinnati

What Ohio recreational marijuana means for Cincinnati Ohio recreational marijuana moved from ballot measure to storefront reality faster than many expected. After voters approved Issue 2 in November 2023, adult-use sales began in January 2025 at existing medical dispensaries. Cincinnati quickly became one of the state’s busiest markets because of its population density, interstate access,…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 3, 20260Comments

A close-up of a researcher's hands gently holding a vibrant green cannabis plant leaf in a controlled indoor facility.

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Medical cannabis sales begin in Northern Kentucky dispensaries

First local dispensary launches in Florence Medical cannabis represents a historic shift for Northern Kentucky healthcare as the first dispensaries open their doors to qualified patients. Northern Kentucky has officially commenced the sales of medical cannabis in the region, marking the end of a long wait for thousands of patients. According to reports from WVXU, Bluegrass…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 3, 20260Comments

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National blood shortage drives donors to Cincinnati center

Article Summary A national blood shortage is driving urgent donor recruitment at a new Blood and Platelet Donation Center in Cincinnati as supplies fall and hospital demand rises. The American Red Cross reports inventories down about 35 percent due to winter illness, severe weather, and canceled drives. Local centers like Hoxworth face critical shortages, needing…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 23, 20260Comments

World Health Organization flag flying outside WHO headquarters amid U.S. exit announcement

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U.S. exit from WHO sparks global health concern

Article Summary The United States officially exited the World Health Organization on January 22, 2026, without paying roughly $260 million in outstanding dues. Global health experts warn the move could weaken disease surveillance, outbreak response, and vaccine programs. WHO faces a significant funding shortfall. As a result, the organization is forcing hiring freezes and program…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 22, 20260Comments

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New report finds screen time limits for children no longer enough to protect health

Article Summary A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics finds that simple screen time limits are no longer enough to protect children’s health. Modern digital media—including social media, apps, and interactive games—uses autoplay, notifications, and algorithms to maximize engagement. This, in turn, affects sleep, learning, and mental health. Experts recommend focusing on content…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 20, 20260Comments

Health

From Eggs to Code: Why Flu Vaccines Are Moving Toward mRNA

For decades, flu vaccines have been made the same way: growing weakened viruses in chicken eggs and injecting them to train the immune system. It works, but it’s slow, imprecise, and increasingly outdated. What the COVID-19 pandemic proved is that a more modern method exists. The success of mRNA vaccines has accelerated a shift that…

ByBrett HarnettJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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Ohio mental health care shortage deepens across state

Article Summary Ohio’s mental health care shortage has worsened statewide, with 75 of 88 counties now classified as shortage areas, according to the Health Policy Institute of Ohio. Families face wait times of up to two years for care, and youth services are especially strained, with only 11 inpatient facilities statewide. Workforce gaps, low reimbursement,…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 15, 20260Comments

A stethoscope resting on a blue clipboard on a wooden desk, representing healthcare workers Cleveland at NEON clinics.

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Healthcare workers in Cleveland unpaid as NEON faces crisis

Healthcare workers Cleveland employed by Northeast Ohio Neighborhood Health Services (NEON) have gone nearly a month without pay. They have also lost essential benefits. Staff across NEON’s community clinics say they haven’t received regular paychecks as the nonprofit grapples with serious financial challenges and a court dispute over potential receivership, reports from Signal Cleveland…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 9, 20260Comments

Measles outbreak warning sign regarding the confirmed 2026 cases in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

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Measles outbreak confirmed in Ohio

The Ohio Department of Health has confirmed a measles outbreak in the state. This marks the first such outbreak of 2026. The measles outbreak involves three children from the same household in Cuyahoga County who tested positive for measles, according to the agency’s announcement. Health officials say all of the children were unvaccinated…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 9, 20260Comments