November 04, 2009

Licking County Resident Dies Of H1N1

The first death from H1N1 in Licking County was reported Wednesday.


November 02, 2009

Central Ohio Malls Take Precautions Againt H1N1

Area malls and big-box retailers are stepping up efforts to make sure their properties stay H1N1 influenza free.


October 29, 2009

9 H1N1 Patients In OSUMC Intensive Care

Nine patients at The Ohio State University Medical Center are in the intensive care unit with H1N1—including two pregnant women.


October 23, 2009

W.Va. Woman Accused Of Taking Swine Flu Vaccine

Authorities say a West Virginia woman has been charged with stealing a vial of swine flu vaccine.


October 19, 2009

H1N1 Prevention: The Fist And Elbow Bump?

Shaking someone’s hand may become old-fashioned overnight, as more and more people are taking extra steps to prevent sickness.


October 13, 2009

Healthcare Workers Prepare: Should H1N1 Vaccine Be Required?

The Columbus Division of Fire will hold the first of three clinics for its 1,510 members on Wednesday.


October 12, 2009

OSUMC Limits Visitors Under 13 Years Of Age

To protect patients, families, visitors and staff from the spread of seasonal and H1N1 influenza, The Ohio State University Medical Center is limiting access to patient care facilities by visitors under the age of 13.


October 09, 2009

School’s Absence Rate Increases With Flu, Whooping Cough

Worthington Estates Elementary School officials are dealing with high levels of absences from seasonal flu, H1N1 and whooping cough.

Local Hospital Becomes First To Enforce Mandatory Vistor Policy

Nationwide Children’s Hospital implemented a tough visitation policy effective on Monday as the H1N1 virus spreads.

Boy, 14, Dies After Contracting H1N1

UPDATED: Officials confirm the identity of the boy who died after contracting the H1N1 virus.


October 08, 2009

Children’s Hospital Implements Visitor Restrictions

Beginning Monday, Oct. 12, visitation for inpatients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will be restricted to immediate family members 12 years of age and older.

H1N1 Vaccine Arrives In Ohio

The H1N1 vaccine has arrived in Ohio. But a new study shows that not everyone wants it.


September 21, 2009

Govt: 1 H1N1 Flu Shot Enough For Older Kids

Studies of the new swine flu vaccine show children 10 and older will need just one shot for protection - but younger kids almost certainly will need two.


September 14, 2009

OSU Fights The Flu

OSU is emphasizing prevention and self-treatment for H1N1 & seasonal influenzas.


September 11, 2009

Swine Flu Scare Clears Cleveland Courtroom

A judge and the sheriff are defending a decision to empty a Cleveland courtroom and disinfect it when a woman claimed she had swine flu.

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