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Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.
Vaccinations save lives! “Vaccination provides a critical line of defense against diseases that in the past caused serious illness, and sometimes death,” says Medical Officer of Health Shanker Nesathurai. “By getting vaccinated, you’re not only protecting yourself and your children, but those for whom vaccination is not an option.” That includes the very young, elderly, […]
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 […]
SIMCOE, September 10, 2014 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is reminding parents that every child going to school must be immunized and provide proof of immunization against serious and potentially life-threatening diseases. According to Ontario law, children need to have proof of immunization against meningococcal disease, whooping cough and chicken pox, as well as the […]
SIMCOE, JANUARY 20, 2014 – If you missed getting your HPV vaccination in Grade 8 or did not finish all three does you can still get it for free. HPV or Human Papillomavirus is a common virus that affects both males and females. Some HPV types can cause genital warts, and certain types of cancer. […]