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Soroptimist International of Zanesville Celebrates 85 Years of

Service to Women and Girls

“As we celebrate our 85th anniver- the Midwestern Region. “Their commit- anniversary by having “A Year of Ser- live their dreams. Community members
sary, we honor the many generations of ment, which began in 1941, has trans- vice” with several events scheduled all interested in learning more about So-
Soroptimist members who came before formed lives, strengthened families, and throughout 2026. The first event will be roptimist or getting involved are encour-
us—women who believed deeply in the created lasting ripple effects of positive a Wellness For Women event on January aged to visit www.zanesvillesoroptimist.
power of women supporting women and change throughout our community.” 31st at First Christian Church on Dres- org or by finding their social media ac-
who had the vision to serve Zanesville in To commemorate this milestone an- den Rd. The organization also looks counts on Facebook and Instagram.
a way that had never been done before,” niversary, Soroptimist International of ahead with renewed purpose, continu-
said Amy Hursey, District Secretary for Zanesville will be celebrating their 85th ing its mission to help women and girls

Genesis Hospital Experiencing Genesis HealthCare System

High Respiratory Viral Illness receives Healthy Business

Volumes SUBMITTED Council of Ohio Award

Visitor Restrictions in Place SUBMITTED
Genesis HealthCare System received sions for mental and emotional health,
In response to the high incidence of When to go to the hospital: a 2025 Gold Award from the Healthy free financial management services and
respiratory viral illnesses like COVID-19, Emergency warning signs in Business Council of Ohio (HBCO). HBCO more.”
has recognized Genesis for the last 11 Genesis HealthCare System has rou-
flu and RSV in our area, Genesis Health- adults
Care System is requesting the support years for its healthy work environment tinely implemented team members’
as a part of the Healthy Worksite Rec-
suggestions for a healthier workplace
of the community to protect patients
and help prevent the spread of these ill- Signs include: ognition. HBCO annually reviews Ohio environment and provided programs
employers demonstrating their commit-
that benefit their physical and mental
nesses. • Difficulty breathing or shortness of
Visitation is limited in all areas of Gen- breath ment to team members’ well-being by health. Genesis HealthCare System is
providing comprehensive health promo-
developing new opportunities to keep
esis Hospital to: • Pain or pressure in the chest or
• Individuals age 18 and older abdomen tion and wellness programs. team members healthy.
“We are honored to receive the Gold
• Immediate family only • Persistent dizziness, confusion or
• Two visitors per patient inability to arouse Award from the Healthy Business Coun-
cil of Ohio,” said Matthew Perry, Genesis
• Those free of respiratory illness • Seizures
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to two weeks. Most people can recover then return or worsen bers to maintain a healthy blood sugar
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flu in children or adults as outlined be-
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immediately. People with mild flu symp- esis’ website at genesishcs.org or the
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