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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, APRIL 4, 2008 – We seem to be losing the battle for good dental health in Haldimand and Norfolk Counties, despite an extensive child screening process and dental health promotional programs. The deteriorating state of dental health in the two counties is outlined in a Dental Health Report released today by the Haldimand-Norfolk […]
SIMCOE, ON, APRIL 3, 2008 – Building on last year’s successful campaign, the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit’s Youth Action Alliance will be cleaning up cigarette butts in both counties on Saturday, April 12. The youth group, known locally as Fresh Heir, will strive to raise awareness that “little butts can make a big difference” by making […]
SIMCOE, ON, FEB 5, 2008 – People with a vested or professional interest in child literacy are being asked to help plan a major forum slated for Haldimand and Norfolk counties next month. The forum, “Sowing the Seeds, Harvesting Readers,” will take place March 29 at the Greens of Renton and is the latest in […]
SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 24, 2008 – The Canadian Cancer Society, in collaboration with the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit, is offering smokers a chance to win a 2008 Toyota Prius hybrid car. “To get a chance at winning this energy efficient automobile, smokers must give up smoking for one month,” explained Health Unit Health Promoter Fiaza Siddiqi. […]
SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 3, 2008 – People in Haldimand and Norfolk counties who want to quit smoking can now get free nicotine replacement products thanks to a study being conducted throughout Ontario. The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in partnership with the Ministry of Health Promotion is collaborating with the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit […]