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Simcoe, Ont. – Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) is investigating an additional confirmed case of measles involving a child from the Haldimand-Norfolk area. The child has no recent travel history, and the source of the infection remains under investigation. GEPH is currently conducting case and contact tracing with identified contacts who may have been exposed […]
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January 10, 2025 Simcoe, Ont. – Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) has received confirmation of a case of measles in an adult resident of Haldimand-Norfolk. The individual is currently recovering at home. The infection source for this individual is unknown at this time. GEPH is currently investigating and following up with known contacts who may […]
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With measles circulating, the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit reminds residents of the following precautions: Stay home if feeling unwell. Measles is highly contagious and may cause symptoms such as: High fever Red or watery eyes Runny nose Sore throat Small white spots inside the mouth Blotchy red rash on the face that can spread across the […]
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The Brant County Health Unit (BCHU) and the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) have received approval from the Ministry of Health for the two organizations to merge and create a new, singular organization. This approval by the Ministry of Health follows the review of a jointly prepared business proposal, submitted by BCHU and the HNHU. The new […]
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Norfolk Pathways for People (P4P) invites community members to join its Fall Walk at Oakwood Cemetery in Simcoe on Saturday, November 16, at 2:00 p.m. Participants are asked to meet at 196 Victoria Street, Simcoe. The walk will proceed rain or shine, so attendees should dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. The […]