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The Licking County Health Department’s (LCHD) Safe Communities Coalition reported ten county crash fatalities in June 2025. In June 2024, there were five reported crash fatalities. Year-to-date (June 30, 2025), there have been 17 crash fatalities in Licking County. At this time last year, there were nine crash fatalities year-to-date (June 30, 2024). Our sincere condolences to the families and …

The Licking County Health Department (LCHD) has identified the first West Nile Virus (WNV) infected pool of mosquitoes in 2025 in a trap set in the City of Newark. The area is near Jefferson Rd. and Moull St., and it will be sprayed this evening for mosquitos as a part of LCHD’s mosquito control program. “While it’s not unexpected to find West Nile …

In honor of World No Tobacco Day on May 31st, the Licking County Health Department is highlighting the serious health dangers associated with tobacco and nicotine use. Whether you smoke or vape, these products are major contributors to preventable illnesses like lung cancer, heart disease, and chronic respiratory issues such as COPD. They also weaken your immune system, harm your …

Licking County, Ohio – The Licking County Board of Commissioners and the Licking County Health Department are pleased to announce a partnership that will bring a Community Navigator Program to Licking County. The navigator will work to assist individuals with substance use disorders and those that may suffer from other underlying factors that could increase the likelihood of substance use disorders …

Hosts Flu Vaccination Clinics The Newark office of the Licking County Health Department (LCHD) Flu Vaccination Walk-In Clinic is now open.People in need of a Flu Vaccination can visit LCHD at 675 Price Rd. in Newark, Ohio on Tuesdays through Fridays anytime from 8:30-11:30am and 1:30-4:30pm – no appointment necessary. LCHD accepts most insurances. Bring your insurance card!In addition to …

6/15/24 LICKING COUNTY, OHIO – The Licking County Health Department’s (LCHD) Safe Communities Coalition reported one crash fatality in the county during May 2024. In May 2023, there was one crash fatality reported. Year-to-date (May 31, 2024), there have been four crash fatalities in Licking County. At this time last year, there were five crash fatalities year-to-date (May 31, 2023). Our …