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Category: COVID-19

Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.

  • Returning travellers ordered to self-isolate inside residence

    The Haldimand-Norfolk Medical Officer of Health has ordered that any resident of Haldimand or Norfolk counties returning to Canada as of March 22 immediately self-isolate for 14 days inside their residence upon arrival home.  The order prohibits these individuals from travelling outside the home while the order is in effect, except for medical treatment.  “Go […]

  • Medical Officer of Health orders all personal services settings closed

    March 21, 2020, Simcoe, ON – The Haldimand-Norfolk Medical Officer of Health has ordered all personal services settings and esthetic services to close, effective immediately, in an effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. The order applies to all tattoo parlours, barbershops, hair and nail salons, spas, and tanning beds in Haldimand and Norfolk counties. […]

  • Statement from Medical Officer of Health re: Keeping seniors safe

    March 19, 2020, Simcoe, ON – Haldimand-Norfolk Medical Officer of Health Shanker Nesathurai has issued the following statement regarding helping seniors obtain groceries and supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic:   “Seniors are among the most vulnerable to serious complications arising from COVID-19 infection. That’s why I – along with public health officials across Ontario – […]

  • Health and Social Services suspends some non-core services

    March 17, 2020, Simcoe, ON – The COVID-19 situation has forced the suspension of a number of non-core services provided by Health and Social Services, allowing staff to focus on outbreak prevention and lowering the risk of virus spread through home visits and meetings.   The following services provided by Public Health have been suspended […]