Good morning, Ross County. From the halls of prestigious medical institutions to the heart of rural Ohio, Dr. Hafeez Hassan is proving that world-class cardiac care belongs everywhere. Recently named to a global "30 in Their 30s" list, the Adena cardiologist has performed over 500 procedures annually since 2021, bringing life-saving treatments to patients like Bernice Alexander, who might otherwise have faced a critical two-hour journey during her heart attack at the Circleville Pumpkin Show.
While hearts are being mended, flu season preparations are underway with mobile vaccination clinics rolling out across the county starting October 11. The comprehensive schedule includes stops at Ohio University-Chillicothe, Ross YMCA, and numerous township locations. Meanwhile, the paper mill saga continues as the vetting process for potential buyers stretches longer than expected, though community resources remain robust with the Chamber's job connection page attracting 9,500 views and weekly assistance reaching approximately 175 former workers.
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❤️ Rural Ohio cardiologist earns global recognition for excellence in heart care. Dr. Hafeez Hassan of Adena Heart and Vascular Institute was named to the prestigious "30 in Their 30s" list by the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions. Since joining Adena in 2021, Dr. Hassan has performed over 500 procedures annually and launched a critical pulmonary embolism program, bringing advanced cardiac care to southern Ohio's rural communities. Patients like Bernice Alexander, who suffered a heart attack at the Circleville Pumpkin Show, credit his expertise with saving their lives. "Patients shouldn't have to travel hours for care that can save their life," says Dr. Hassan, who trained at nationally ranked institutions before choosing to serve rural Ohio.
💉 Ross County mobile flu shot clinics roll out this October. The Ross County Health District has announced multiple locations for their annual influenza vaccination outreach program. Starting October 11 at the Ross County Fairgrounds, the mobile unit will visit various townships and community centers throughout October and November. Vaccination sites include Ohio University-Chillicothe, Ross YMCA, and numerous township locations across the county. The comprehensive schedule ensures residents throughout Ross County have convenient access to flu protection as the 2025 influenza season approaches.
🏭 Chillicothe paper mill's fate hangs in limbo as layoffs conclude. The "paper mill response team" continues to assist former Pixelle employees while awaiting news on potential buyers, with the vetting process taking longer than initially stated. Job & Family Services' resource hub has served about 175 workers weekly, offering dislocated worker training and employer fairs as the facility winds down to fewer than 50 employees. The Chillicothe Ross Chamber's "Scioto Valley Forward" webpage has attracted 9,500 page views and connects workers with job opportunities within a 45-minute radius. Recent payroll issues for final paychecks were reportedly resolved after initial media coverage.
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