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Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.
Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit wants residents to be aware of the health risks due to poor air quality. Elevated levels of air pollution are expected due to smoke from forest fires burning in Northern Ontario and Quebec. Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health, even at low concentrations. Mild irritation and discomfort are common, and […]
Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit wants residents to be aware of the health risks due to poor air quality. Elevated levels of air pollution are expected due to smoke from forest fires burning in Northern Ontario and Quebec. Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health, even at low concentrations. Mild irritation and discomfort are […]
With bird cases present in the region, the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) is reminding the public to be aware of the dangers of avian flu. Avian influenza (AI), commonly known as “bird flu,” is a type “A” influenza virus that can infect domesticated and wild birds, including: Chickens Turkeys Pheasants Quail Ducks Geese Guinea fowl […]
The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) performed an inspection on November 17th, 2022, at Fancy Face – Fancy It Up, located at 250 Owen St., in the Town of Simcoe after internal surveillance efforts resulted in a compliance inspection. The Ontario Ministry of Health requires that Public Health Units investigate and publicly disclose information regarding Infection […]
This year, laboratory testing has confirmed rabies in two bats found near Simcoe and Canfield. Rabies is spread through the saliva of an infected animal by a bite or scratch and is fatal if left untreated. Any mammal can be infected by rabies, with raccoons, skunks, bats, and foxes being common regional carriers. Pets such […]