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Below is a list of media releases sent out by the staff and programs at the Haldimand-Norfolk Unit.
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  • Hot Days Ahead, Be Prepared: Health Unit Cautions

    SIMCOE, ON, JULY 5, 2010 – The hot and muggy weather is expected to continue for the next few days, with temperatures in the 30s and Humidex values reaching the 40s. The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is reminding people that when the thermometer soars they need to take extra precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses, such as […]

  • Heavy rain and waterfowl raise Lake Erie bacteria levels

    SIMCOE, ON, JUNE 25, 2010 – The natural beauty of Lake Erie makes our local beaches and shores a wonderful place to swim, play and boat on a warm summer day. But under certain conditions, the lake’s water quality can deteriorate to a point where swimming in the water may result in illness. The Haldimand-Norfolk […]

  • Programs aim to help seniors keep their independence and live at home

    SIMCOE, JUNE 18, 2010 – June is Seniors’ Month in Ontario, a time to celebrate the many accomplishments and roles of older adults in our communities. From volunteer work to the provision of child care, social service to political activism, no one can deny the value that seniors bring to each and every community. The […]

  • Be a smart sunscreen shopper, Health Unit urges

    SIMCOE, ON, JUNE 4, 2010 – Choosing a sunscreen can be overwhelming. A trip down any store aisle stocked with sunscreen will reveal SPFs that range from single digits to triple digits. Some sunscreens offer broad-spectrum protection. Others are hypoallergenic or waterproof, and many are available as either lotions or sprays. Despite all of the […]

  • Bat tests positive for Rabies in Norfolk County

    SIMCOE, ON, MAY 21, 2010 – A bat captured at a Norfolk County home has tested positive for rabies, the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit reports. The bat marks the first confirmed case of rabies the Health Unit has encountered in the region since 2007. “This bat proves we still have rabies activity in the area,” said […]