Firelands Health

06/22/2026

Don't let bug bites ruin your outdoor fun. Learn how to treat common stings and bites, plus tips for staying safe.

Learn the difference between bee stings and bug bites, how to provide first aid for common reactions, and how to recognize the urgent, life-threatening signs of a severe allergic reaction…

06/18/2026

Enjoy a great meal, good company and education on health and wellness topics at the Firelands Luncheon Club series.

The event is hosted on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Sandusky Yacht Club.

Reservations are open for our next two luncheons:
🖥 Think Before You Click: AI and Scams - June 24
💤 Better Sleep, Better Days - July 22

RSVP and learn more at firelands.com/luncheonclub

06/17/2026

The free breastfeeding mom-baby support group will not meet on Thursday, June 18. We’ll be back to our usual Thursday schedule from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on June 25. If you have any questions or want more information, please visit firelands.com/pregnancy or call 419-557-7596.

06/17/2026

As summer peak season arrives, tick populations are at their highest in our region. Taking preventive steps can keep your family safe from Lyme disease.

Have you checked yourself for tick bites lately? Firelands Regional Medical Center shares information about symptoms of tick bites in this blog.

06/16/2026

Family Connects Ohio provides a FREE at-home nurse visit to support the health and well-being of babies and moms within the first few weeks after birth. A licensed registered nurse brings care right to you in those crucial weeks, including:

✅ Infant exam – Check weight, vital signs and overall health
✅ Maternal exam – Check blood pressure, vital signs and healing, with tips for recovery
✅ Feeding support – Help with breastfeeding, pumping and bottle feeding
✅ Emotional well-being – Support for your feelings, including postpartum mood changes
✅ Sleep and routines – Advice on helping your baby rest safely and get on a schedule
✅ Referrals and resources – Connections to healthcare/child care providers and family supports

No insurance requirements • No income restrictions

This service is part of the Help Me Grow Ohio network and is available to all Erie County families with newborns. Visits typically happen within the first few weeks after birth and are provided by nurses from Firelands Regional Medical Center.

📌 Sign up for your free at-home nurse visit: https://bit.ly/FCOErie
💻 To learn more, visit: HelpMeGrow.org/FamilyConnects