Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.
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Starting October 28, free COVID-19 and flu vaccines will be available from local pharmacies and health care providers, for all members of the public over six months of age. High-risk populations are eligible and encouraged to receive their COVID-19 and flu vaccines as soon as possible. High-risk populations include: Adults 65 years of age and older Residents […]
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The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) issued suspension orders to 652 elementary and 427 high school students who have immunization records that are not up to date, in accordance with the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA). The suspension orders were issued the first week of 2024. As of January 16, 2024, 478 elementary and […]
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The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) would like to remind parents about the importance of reporting their child’s immunization to public health. By law in Ontario, public health needs: An up-to-date vaccination record, or A valid exemption form This is required for each child attending a licensed childcare centre, licensed home childcare agency (Child Care and […]
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The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) reports that the first confirmed case of influenza for this season was received Nov. 27, 2019. The HNHU would like to remind everyone that the flu shot is the best protection against getting the influenza virus, commonly known as the flu. Anyone can get the flu, but it is […]
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Nov. 20 – It’s back. The 2019 flu season has already begun. In Canada, the flu is among the leading causes of death – claiming 3,500 lives last year alone. The flu is a serious condition that can lead to hospitalization in the young, elderly, or those with weakened immune systems. People infected with the […]