Ohio study shows fewer pregnant women smoke but still high
The Right Start report from Child Trends and Kids Count notes smoking during pregnancy remains a key factor in low birth weight. Ohio trends mirror national results with Columbus and Cleveland underperforming in prenatal care and smoking rates, while efforts push quitting and insurance access.
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Burning River Festival to aid cleanup efforts in Cleveland
The Great Lakes Brewing Co will host a Burning River Festival on June 23 to raise funds for cleaning the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. Co owner Patrick Conway says the river’s notoriety reflects urban decline and can be used for good. The 1969 fire spurred the 1972 Clean Water Act.
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Geese Die. Canton Warns Over Park Spring Water
Canton health officials ordered Stadium Park spring shut after about 30 Canada geese died or sickened, likely from waterborne botulism, deliberate poisoning, or spoiled bread. Carcasses sent for test. park water use warned until investigations conclude.
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Ohio birth defect registry awaits funding to start
Ohio faces a funding gap before its birth defect registry can launch. The Legislature required a detailed defect list, but outside funding from the CDC is uncertain after a recent grant miss. Health advocates say the registry could improve prevention and connect affected children with services.
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Taking the plunge Tell the world in Weddings and Engagements
A brief wedding and engagement notice invites readers to share recent announcements. It highlights couples, venues, and dates, encouraging submission of names and event details for publication in The Chronicle’s Weddings and Engagements section.
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