This spring, OhioHealth is implementing new forensic technology across more than two dozen emergency departments as a means of supporting survivors of sexual assault and other forms of interpersonal violence.
OhioHealth is deploying Cortexflo camera systems from Fernico—a high-resolution imaging technology built specifically for forensic use. They are referred to as SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) cameras. OhioHealth has purchased devices for 26 care sites. In addition, three care sites will be upgraded to new equipment in exchange for old cameras.
For three weeks this April, Ukrainian theater artist Ganna Turlo is sharing her vision, voice and lived experience with Ohio Northern University students as they prepare for the April 26-27 production of the Worldwide Ukrainian Play Readings project.
The Ada Public Library will host the following events and activities during the week of April 21-26. For further details and dates, visit www.adalibrary.org/calendar/
Lima Memorial Health System invites the community to become “Emergency Ready” at a special CPR & AED Awareness Event on Tuesday, April 22, from 10-10:30 a.m. at Buckeye East Coffee Shop, 123 E Buckeye Ave.
Attendees will learn about Early Heart Atack Care, how to perform Hands-Only CPR and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)—skills that can mean the difference between life and death in a cardiac emergency. No registration is required.
“Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere,” shared Doug LaRue, Lima Memorial EMS Manager. “This demonstration is a quick, easy way for people to learn how they can save a life and be Emergency Ready.”
A May 6 ballot issue for a proposed tax levy renewal for criminal justice services in Hardin County was discussed at the April meeting of the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce. Sheriff Keith Everhardt reviewed the services provided and answered questions from members. A sample ballot is HERE.
