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Franklin County highlights American Heart Month; stroke survivor urges residents to learn FAST signs

Franklin County Board of Commissioners · February 17, 2026
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Franklin County Public Health and the American Heart Association briefed commissioners on cardiovascular disease prevention; a local stroke survivor described symptoms and urged residents to recognize FAST signs to reduce mortality and disability.

Franklin County leaders marked American Heart Month with a brief from County Health Commissioner Joe Mazzola and the American Heart Association of Central Ohio. Mazzola said chronic cardiovascular disease remains the county’s leading cause of death and praised the county’s Hypertension Network for progress in blood‑pressure control.

Nancy Toby, executive…

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