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Lima Memorial recognizes staff members for dedication and compassion
LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) — Lima Memorial Health System recognized 14 associates during National Hospital Week as part of its annual Champions of Great Care program. Hospital officials said the employees were nominated by co-workers and patients for their dedication, compassion and commitment to patient care. The associates honored represent several departments across the health system.
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10,000 Ambulances: Braun Ambulances Celebrates New Milestone
Braun Ambulances proudly announces the delivery of its 10,000th ambulance, marking a defining moment in the company’s legacy of American craftsmanship, rugged dependability, and unwavering commitment to the first responders who answer the call every day. This milestone unit, symbolizing “10,000 Promises Delivered,” represents more than a number—it stands...
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Major expansion underway for Ability Center
SYLVANIA, Ohio (WTVG) - A multi-million dollar expansion is underway for a critical part of our community. The Ability Center has been focused on increasing independence for people with disabilities for more than 100 years and now a massive transformation of its Sylvania campus is officially underway. The Ability Center...
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Ability Center of Greater Toledo breaks ground on $8 million campus expansion
SYLVANIA, Ohio — State and local leaders joined community members to celebrate the start of an $8 million expansion at The Ability Center of Greater Toledo in Sylvania during a groundbreaking ceremony Monday. The center has provided services and resources for people with disabilities across northwest Ohio for more...
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During Nurses Week, a shy nurse steps forward as ‘Mother of the Ventilator Program’
For nearly half a century, Linda Dittman has been the quiet heartbeat of Sunshine Communities. The nurse has walked the halls doing the relentless work of keeping people alive — something she knew early on was her calling. “I’ve always wanted to be a nurse. About seventh grade, I decided, and then just went from there,” she said. She started in a nursing home at age 16, then joined Sunshine — and never left. For more than 75 years, the Maumee-based community has supported people with developmental disabilities with a range of clinical services on its 25-acre campus. “At the very beginning, we had hardly any medical equipment at all,” Ms. Dittman said. “We had one tank of oxygen for the whole building, and it was being shared with the patients.” Over the years, she became known inside Sunshine as “the mother of the ventilators,” a nickname she wears lightly but has more than earned. She was there when Ohio first began formal ventilator programs and helped the center build its own from the ground up, working directly with state officials in Columbus to navigate the paperwork and expectations. Ventilators provide life‑saving respiratory support in a homelike setting, allowing patients
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Crews clear way for future development at former St. Luke’s Hospital site
MAUMEE, Ohio — An iconic piece of history is almost down to the ground in Maumee. Contractors are reducing the old St. Luke's Hospital to rubble, which will bring new life to the site. St. Luke's Hospital off Monclova Road closed in 2023 due to declining revenues. Now it's...
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Davis and Young honored as Nurses of the Year at Mary Rutan Hospital
Every year, Mary Rutan Health takes part in celebrating National Nurses Week, a week where they celebrate nurses for all the care, knowledge, and compassion they bring to our community. From moments of joy to times of uncertainty, they are a constant source of comfort, strength, and healing to patients and families across our communities.
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Lima Rotary Club hosts annual blood clinic to promote preventive health
LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) — For about 25 years, the Lima Rotary Club has helped area residents stay informed about their health through its annual Blood Clinic fundraiser. On Saturday, the club partnered with Lima Memorial Health System Lab Services to offer low-cost health screenings to the community. Residents had access to a variety of tests, including screenings for prostate cancer and diabetes, as well as a comprehensive general health screenings. Organizers said the event not only serves as the club’s largest fundraiser of the year, but also provides valuable health information that participants can share with their primary care physicians.
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Legacy Living Senior Living Campus Nears Completion In Defiance, Ohio
Legacy Living, a new 154-unit senior living community, is nearing completion in Defiance, Ohio, according to The Crescent-News. The community comprises 65 assisted living units and 29 memory care units in a 2-story building, as well as 60 patio homes for independent living. Half of the patio homes are completed...
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OhioHealth and Nationwide Children’s Hospital break ground on new Ontario Medical Campus
ONTARIO, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—OhioHealth and Nationwide Children’s Hospital will officially break ground on a new, state-of-the-art outpatient care center in Ontario on May 6, marking a significant investment in the health and well-being of families across north central Ohio. The 42,000-square-foot facility, located on West 4th Street...
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First of its kind ALS clinic in Northwest Ohio spares patients hours of travel for care
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A new clinic is providing comprehensive ALS care in Northwest Ohio, so patients no longer have to travel hours away for treatment. It’s been a gamechanger for patients like Steve Welling, a Northwood father of three who has been diagnosed with ALS since 2022. “I...
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First of its kind ALS clinic in Northwest Ohio spares patients hours of travel for care
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A new clinic is providing comprehensive ALS care in Northwest Ohio, so patients no longer have to travel hours away for treatment. It’s been a gamechanger for patients like Steve Welling, a Northwood father of three who has been diagnosed with ALS since 2022. “I...
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Mercy Health Tiffin Hospital Named One of Nations Top Hospitals
Mercy Health – Tiffin Hospital has been recognized as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® according to an independent quality analysis conducted by Premier, Inc. and published by Modern Healthcare. For more than 30 years, the Top Hospitals® program has used objective, data-driven analysis of publicly...
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Magruder Hospital honors Auxiliary volunteers at Annual Recognition Luncheon
PORT CLINTON – Magruder Hospital recently hosted its annual Recognition Luncheon to celebrate and honor the dedicated members of the Magruder Hospital Auxiliary for their invaluable service and support. In 2025, Auxiliary volunteers contributed an impressive 10,322 hours of service across various departments within the hospital. Their work plays...
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OhioHealth & Nationwide Children’s break ground on $38.4M Ontario medical campus
ONTARIO — Families shouldn’t have to choose between getting care and getting there. That’s the message Dr. Ray Bignall, nephrologist and chief health equity officer at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, said drives his work. He feels responsible for ensuring every child receives excellent care, no matter where they live or who they are.
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OhioHealth, Nationwide Children's to break ground on new Ontario center
ONTARIO, Ohio — On Wednesday, OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital will break ground on a new outpatient care center in Ontario. The 42,000-square-foot facility came to fruition with a goal to bring healthcare closer to residents in North Central Ohio. The center is expected to cost $38.4 million, according...
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Wood County Committee on Aging to host free wellness fair
In honor of Older Americans Month, the Wood County Committee on Aging, 140 S. Grove St., Bowling Green, will be celebrating active and healthy lifestyles with its Better Health, Better You Wellness Fair. On Monday, May 11, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., people can explore a variety of health-focused booths, classes, and hands-on learning opportunities to enhance and lighten their overall health journeys, with giveaways and more.