Health & Wellness
10/11/2026 · Mount Orab
Cost of GLP-1 Medications Prompts Search for Alternatives
Many Americans face financial hurdles when trying to access GLP-1 medications. These cost barriers have prompted some patients to seek out alternative, unregulated versions. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in prescription drug affordability.
Experimental Vaccine Shows Promise Against Glioblastoma
An experimental vaccine for glioblastoma, a severe form of brain cancer, demonstrates potential to prolong life for patients. Developers report encouraging results from ongoing studies.
10/07/2026
Medicare for All Becomes Midterm Campaign Focus Amid Voter Support
Candidates in midterm elections are increasingly discussing 'Medicare for All.' A recent poll shows two-thirds of Americans support the concept. This reflects a public desire for significant changes in health care.
10/07/2026
Flu Activity Increases Earlier This Season
Flu season typically begins in October or November. However, reports indicate an increase in influenza activity starting in September this year. This earlier onset prompts consideration of vaccination.
10/07/2026
Supreme Court Begins Term with Key Arguments, Denies Hundreds of Cases
The Supreme Court began its new term by hearing arguments in two cases on Monday, focusing on climate change liability and veterans' benefits. The court also denied review in hundreds of cases, including disputes over student speech and COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Future arguments will address retirement fund management and federal environmental laws.
10/07/2026
Vaping Rises Among Non-Smokers in UK, Surpassing Smoking Rates for Second Year
New data indicates one million individuals in the UK, who have no history of smoking, now use e-cigarettes. For the second consecutive year, more people aged 16 and over report vaping than smoking.
10/06/2026
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Discover a diverse range of events and programs happening at the Unknown County Library! We host regular story times, book clubs, author talks, craft workshops, technology classes, and much more. Check our calendar for the most up-to-date schedule and to register for upcoming activities. All events are designed to engage and entertain our community.
Libby/OverDrive Digital Collection
Libby/Overdrive Digital Collection Now your library never closes! Browse, check out, and download audiobooks, and eBooks, right to your home computer or mobile device! Libby by OverDrive Borrow ebooks, and audiobooks, to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. It’s free and easy to get started. Learn more about getting started with the Libby App. If you are accessing via the Libby app on your mobile device and don’t already have the Libby app, download it from either the Apple App Store or Google Play Access the Libby/Overdrive collection through Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks at libbyapp.com Need help? View our Libby instructional pamphlet, produced by staff members of the Monroe County Library System. Check out the Libby Help Center for step-by-step instructions for getting started, sending books to Kindle (US only), placing holds on titles, and much more! Having trouble with your account in Libby? Reach out to Library staff via our Overdrive, Libby, and Library Account Support Form View our instructional pamphlets produced by staff members of the Monroe County Library System OverDrive Read and OverDrive Listen pamphlet eBooks for Amazon Kindle pamphlet eBooks for Nook & Adobe Compatible e-Readers Visit Overdrive’s website for additional assistance Having trouble with your account in Overdrive? Reach out to Library staff via our Overdrive, Libby, and Library Account Support Form Replacement Library Card? Don’t lose access to your checked-out items and holds! If you were issued a new library card number and need to transfer your checkouts and holds to your new account, please contact support. FAQ’s Am I connected to the right Library System? We get this question often. When you first log into the Libby app or Overdrive with your library card, you will be instructed to select your library/ library system Be sure to connect to the correct Monroe County Library system (NY). One easy giveaway is that our library system connection does not ask for a PIN when connecting to Libby/Overdrive. Can I recommend a title for my library? Yes, title additions can be recommended by visiting your local MCLS Member library, sending a title request using our Comments, Suggestions, and Feedback form, or adding a “Notify Me” tag to titles of interest in the Libby App. Signing out– If you want to sign out of Libby (and remove your data from your device), you can remove your library cards or reset the app. You may want to do this if you’re using a shared device (such as a public computer at the library). What happens when my hold becomes available? Users will receive a notification when their hold becomes available. They’ll have 3 days to borrow it, or they can choose to have it delivered later. If a user has a hold delivered later, they’ll keep their place in the holds list, but the hold will go to the next person in line. Learn more about Notifications How do I access the “supplemental downloadable PDF” noted for an audiobook? If the publisher provided an accompanying PDF file, it will be available through https://libraryweb.overdrive.com/; this feature is not yet available through Libby. You can download the supplementary content from our OverDrive website on a computer and use the free Adobe Digital Editions software to open it. There’s usually a little paperclip icon with the audiobook when you check out the title if there is supplemental material included. More on how to download supplemental materials via OverDrive can be found here. Find more FAQ’s for Libby
Licking County Commissioners Meeting Schedule Announced
Licking County Board of Commissioners Meetings The Licking County Board of Commissioners typically holds its regular meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM in the John P. Caren Boardroom, Room 103 of the Jane P. Black Government Center, 20 S. Second Street, Newark, OH. The specific schedule and any special meeting notices can be found on the county calendar. Agendas are posted prior to the meetings, and minutes are made available after approval. These meetings cover a wide range of county operations, including budget approvals, public hearings, and the consideration of various county matters. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate in the democratic process.
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