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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, NOV. 6, 2008 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is warning hunters and hikers alike to be aware that deer ticks are still active in the area and precautions should be taken to avoid contracting Lyme disease. “Deer ticks can carry and transmit this bacterial infection and we are still getting reports of deer […]
SIMCOE, ON, SEPT. 25, 2008 – Mosquitoes in a trap in Waterford have tested positive for West Nile virus, confirming the virus is in the area. The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit first noted the presence of the disease in late August after a dead crow picked up in Simcoe tested positive. West Nile virus is spread […]
SIMCOE, ON, AUG. 28, 2008 – A dead crow picked up in Simcoe has tested positive for West Nile virus. “This is the first dead bird to test positive in Haldimand or Norfolk this season and it proves we have West Nile virus activity in the area,” said Cathy Lanni, Senior Health Inspector for the […]
SIMCOE, ON, AUG. 22, 2008- The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is again offering an elementary school immunization program that will protect young people against three major diseases. “We will be sending out information during the first week of school and we are urging parents to keep an eye out for this material,” explained Health Unit Clinical […]
SIMCOE, ON, JULY 4, 2008 – Elementary school students in Haldimand and Norfolk counties have gained valuable knowledge about protecting their pets against rabies, thanks to a colouring contest sponsored by the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. “The contest was open to students in both counties from Kindergarten to Grade 6,” explained Health Promoter Krysta Clark of […]