By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team
It is believed the idiom “enough to go around” evolved during the 19th century to describe things like horse racing in which events were done on a circular track. The saying became known for having a sufficient quantity or supply to be shared or distributed.
Pertaining to choline supplementation, is there enough in our diets to go around or do we need to add more to our daily diet? It depends!
By Franki Hatten
Volunteer Coordinator, Blanchard Valley Health System
Hancock County runs on people who show up. Our community thrives because neighbors step in, lend a hand, and give their time to causes that matter. Local organizations depend on this generosity every day—from supporting older adults through the Findlay Area Agency on Aging, to serving meals at the Findlay Community Kitchen, to helping the Hancock County Humane Society care for animals in need.
Volunteers also play a huge role at Blanchard Valley Health System, where they welcome visitors, assist staff, offer companionship to patients, run gift shops, help with administrative work and even deliver flowers and mail. These efforts don’t just fill gaps—they expand what’s possible. By saving resources and increasing reach, volunteers help essential services do more for more people.
By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team
On July 19, 2021, country music singers Jordan Davis and Luke Bryan released their song titled Buy Dirt. The song spent 25 consecutive weeks on the Billboard Top Country Hits with two of those weeks being at number one. The song won the Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year in 2022. In an interview, Davis was once quoted about the meaning of the song and he felt it reflected faith, family, friends, and ultimately finding your happiness.
By George Abate, DO
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology
Hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus, is one of the most common procedures performed in gynecology. It may be recommended for a variety of reasons, including uterine fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal bleeding, chronic pelvic pain or gynecologic cancers. While traditional open surgery has long been the standard approach, advances in technology have introduced less invasive methods, with robotic-assisted surgery emerging as a preferred option for many patients and providers.
By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team
In 2008, Landon Pigg released his indie-pop song titled Falling In Love At A Coffee Shop. Although not a top 10 bestseller, his song has been featured in television commercials such as De Beers diamonds and AT&T telephones. The song made it to number 13 on the Adult Contemporary chart in the United States.
Perfect timing to talk about coffee shops and your heart close to Valentine’s Day.
By Tristan Kinder, PharmD
Resident Pharmacist , Blanchard Valley Health System
Did you know that 1 in 31 children in the United States is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? That is nearly five times as many children compared to the early 2000s. With more children being diagnosed, there are also more medications being prescribed to help with the many symptoms of ASD. With all of these options, it is easy to become overwhelmed. To help, let’s look into some of the available medications and how they can help manage ASD symptoms.
