By Christian Steiner, MD, Psychiatry
Psychiatric Center of Northwest Ohio
The long-term use of antidepressants is a critical aspect of managing major depressive disorder (MDD) to prevent relapse and recurrence. Clinical guidelines, such as those from the American Psychiatric Association, recommend maintenance therapy with antidepressants for at least six months after achieving remission to prevent relapse. For patients with a high risk of recurrence, such as those with multiple past episodes or severe symptoms, maintenance treatment may be extended to two years or more.
By Samuel Finn, Student Pharmacist and Karen L. Kier, Pharmacist
On behalf of ONU Healthwise Pharmacy
An 8-week Stanford University study was the basis for a Netflix documentary series released on January 1, 2024. The documentary series is titled You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment. The study paired 22 identical twins and gave them opposing diets for an 8-week period.
By William Kose, MD
Vice-President of Special Projects, Blanchard Valley Health System
APRIL 24 MEDIA RELEASE__Vaccination remains one of the most effective tools in modern medicine to protect newborns and children from serious infectious diseases. Through widespread immunization programs, the global health community has made tremendous strides in reducing and, in some cases, eradicating life-threatening illnesses that once claimed the lives of millions. Immunizing newborns and children safeguards individual health and supports broader public health goals.
By Nathaniel Ratnasamy, MD, Infectious Disease Specialist and Gina Bailey, BSN, RN, Infection Preventionist
Blanchard Valley Health System
There has been concern about measles cases in various parts of the country and a significant uptick worldwide. In the last few weeks, a total of 607 confirmed measles cases were reported by 22 states, including 11 cases in Ohio. Of the 607 confirmed US cases, 74 have been hospitalized, and three have died. According to the CDC, 2025 is already the third-most active year for measles since 2000.
By Karen L. Kier, Pharmacist
On behalf of ONU Healthwise Pharmacy
In 2002, Joni Mitchell announced she was leaving the music industry only to start writing again in 2006.
On September 25, 2007, Mitchell released her 19th studio album titled Shine. The Canadian singer-songwriter became famous in the late 1960s and early 1970s for her folk music. Over her career, she has branched out into many different genres such as pop, jazz fusion and rock. She was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997.
By William Kose, MD, JD
Vice President of Special Projects, Blanchard Valley Health System
Understanding your health requires more than just regular checkups and occasional blood tests. One of the most critical markers of overall well-being, especially for those at risk of or living with diabetes, is the A1C test. This simple blood test provides insight into average blood sugar levels over two to three months, making it an essential tool for monitoring and managing health.
