Before and immediately after serving as director of the Ohio Department of Health, she worked at the Columbus Foundation. She left the foundation upon announcing her candidacy in the 2026 Ohio …

2 days ago · Dr. Amy Acton grew up in Youngstown, Ohio under difficult circumstances. But that made Amy tough – and now, Amy is running for governor to fight for every Ohio family that’s struggling today.

Apr 11, 2026 · In 2019, police responded to a report of a “domestic dispute” at the home of Dr. Amy Acton, then director of the Ohio Department of Health who is now running for governor as a Democrat.

Dr. Amy Acton grew up in Youngstown, Ohio under difficult circumstances. But that made Amy tough – and now, Amy is running for governor to fight for every Ohio family that’s struggling today.

15 hours ago · Dr. Amy Acton's tenure at the Ohio Department of Health lasted less than 16 months. Her political opponents call her job history a "resignation tour."

May 6, 2026 · Discover Amy Acton, a physician, public health leader, and 2026 Ohio governor candidate known for COVID-19 leadership and reforms.

May 6, 2026 · Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy are now officially set for a high‑stakes general election showdown for Ohio governor after each secured their party’s nomination.

Dr. Amy Acton. 66,610 likes · 60,469 talking about this. Doctor, mom, girl from Youngstown. Running for Governor to fight for Ohioans who are struggling...

4 days ago · U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur (left) and Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton are being accused by their fellow Democrats of abandoning the trans community.

Acton was appointed by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) in 2019 to serve as the director of the Ohio Department of Public Health. She helped found the Center for Human Kindness and the nonprofit …