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  • Rabies

    Rabies

    Be careful!

    If any animal bites or scratches you, wash the wound with soap and water, and get medical attention right away.

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  • Measles

    Measles

    What You Need to Know

    Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. It spreads easily when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. It can cause severe disease, complications, and even death.

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  • Prenatal Classes

    Prenatal Classes

    Labour, Birth, Breastfeeding and Beyond.

    Having a baby? Come learn with us — Classes are offered in both counties in partnership with the EarlyON Child and Family Centres.

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  • Abandoned

    Abandoned

    Gas and Oil Wells

    Information about abandoned gas and oil wells in Haldimand and Norfolk, as well as the potential health hazards posed by hydrogen sulphide and methane.

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  • Measles

    Measles Information

    Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus.

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  • Needles Found in the Community

    Find a needle in the community?

    Information about who to call, disposal kiosk locations, and how to safely dispose.

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  • Food Handler Certification Program

    The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is resuming in-person food handler certification courses

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  • Drug Overdose and Tainted Drugs Reporting

    See an overdose? Don’t be afraid to report.

    Click here to report Drug Overdose and Tainted Drugs.

  • Food Recall Warnings and Allergy Alerts

    Food Recall Warnings and Allergy Alerts

    From the Canadian Food Inspection Agency

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Elevator Out of Service at GEPH Simcoe office

The elevator at our GEPH Simcoe office, located at 185 Robinson St., Simcoe, is currently out of service due to a mechanical issue. GEPH is focused on making sure everyone can access our services during this outage. If you need assistance or alternate arrangements, please call 519-900-9600. We will share updates as soon as a repair timeline is confirmed.