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Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.

  • Oct. 26 ‘smoke-free’ movie night in Simcoe to feature Pixar’s Brave

    SIMCOE, OCTBOER 18, 2012 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit will be hosting a family movie night at Lynndale Heights Public School in Simcoe on October 26 to raise awareness about the impact of smoking in youth-rated movies. The free event will feature a variety of Scottish-themed kid’s games beginning at 6:30 p.m., followed by a […]

  • Prenatal fair returns to Vittoria on Oct. 25

    SIMCOE, OCTOBER 12, 2012 – A prenatal fair being held in Vittoria on Thursday, October 25 will feature a variety of exhibits, demonstrations and health professionals, addressing virtually every aspect of pregnancy.“The arrival of a new baby can bring many changes to a family, and parents spend lots of time preparing for this,” said Gillian […]

  • Health Unit reminds expectant moms about the risks of drinking alcohol

    SIMCOE, AUGUST 31, 2012 – Pregnant women often have long “to-do” lists throughout their pregnancy, including tasks such as scheduling doctor appointments, preparing the nursery, and taking prenatal vitamins. The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is encouraging all expectant mothers, and women planning to become pregnant, to add an important “don’t” to their list.“If women drink when […]

  • Port Dover beach party seeks support for ban of flavoured tobacco

    PORT DOVER, AUGUST 24, 2012 – Members of HEAT, the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit’s volunteer youth group, will be holding a beach party this Friday, August 31, to gather support for a ban on flavoured tobacco products. The free event, which is part of the group’s Flavour Gone campaign, will run from 1 to 3:30 p.m. […]

  • Local summer hockey league goes tobacco-free

    SIMCOE, JUNE 27, 2012 – Play, live and be tobacco-free. That’s the message those involved with Youth Unlimited’s 4-on-4 summer hockey program will be receiving throughout the season. The Norfolk-area league has implemented a tobacco-free policy to send a clear message to players, coaches and the community that they support a healthy, tobacco-free lifestyle. The […]