Health department partners with Ohio University
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April 17, 2024

Health department partners with Ohio University

By Kayleen Petrovia

The Union County Health Department is partnering with Ohio University in a way that will help students get real-life experience and the health department gain valuable assistance.

During the Board of Health Meeting Wednesday, the board unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with OU’s Co...

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