The People Who Show Up for Us: Supporting First Responder Mental Health in Marion County
Every day, the men and women of Marion County’s fire rescue, law enforcement, and emergency services run toward situations most people run from. They show up in the hardest moments of people’s lives, often without warning, without time to process, and...
Back to School, Back to Prevention
A new school year is right around the corner, and in Marion County, that means backpacks, new teachers, early mornings, and fresh starts. It also means one of the best opportunities of the year to reset healthy habits for the whole family. At MCHD, we believe...
Simple Steps To Stay Healthy and Safe This Summer
Summer in Marion County means more time outdoors, more time in the water, and more time in the heat. It also means more opportunities to take care of yourself and the people you love. At MCHD, prevention is at the heart of everything we do, and that includes helping...
How Marion County Is Marking National Safety Month
June is National Safety Month, and we believe safety and prevention go hand in hand. Now in its 30th year, National Safety Month is a nationwide initiative led by the National Safety Council (NSC) dedicated to reducing preventable injuries and deaths at work, on the...