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Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.
SIMCOE, ON, AUGUST 31, 2012 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit has identified two human cases of West Nile virus, one is a Simcoe resident and the other individual lives in Dunnville. There has not been a confirmed human case in Haldimand or Norfolk since 2002. These cases come in a year where increased rates of […]
CALEDONIA, AUGUST 27, 2012 – A series of educational classes aimed at preventing stroke, heart disease and diabetes is being offered by the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. “Every seven minutes a Canadian dies from heart disease or stroke,” said Joanne Alessi, a Public Health Nurse with the Health Unit. “We’re looking to equip local residents […]
SIMCOE, ON, AUG. 7, 2012 – West Nile Virus has been found to be present in a sample of mosquitoes tested by the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit during routine surveillance last week. This is the first sample in the area to come back positive since 2008. “West Nile virus has been considered endemic throughout Ontario for […]
SIMCOE, ON, JULY 20, 2012 – Hepatitis, a potentially deadly liver infection, affects one in 12 people worldwide; however, there are rarely obvious symptoms. As a result, health officials are reminding local residents that the hepatitis virus may be closer than you think. While the international community is using July 28th, World Hepatitis Day, to […]
SIMCOE, APRIL 16, 2012 – A series of educational classes aimed at preventing stroke and heart disease is being launched by the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. “Every seven minutes a Canadian dies from heart disease or stroke,” said Joanne Alessi, a Public Health Nurse with the Health Unit. “We’re looking to equip local residents with […]