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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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Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued an Extreme Cold Weather Alert for Haldimand and Norfolk counties for conditions expected to begin January 16, 2024. The criteria for a Cold Weather Alert is forecasted temperatures of -30 °C or below, with or without windchill, for at least 2 hours. Infants and the […]
The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) shares the recall announcement of Quaker brand granola bars and cereals, and Cap’n Crunch brand Treat Bars – Berry Bar, that have been recalled due to Salmonella. Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause sickness. Symptoms typically start six to 72 hours after […]
The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) shares the recall announcement of Enfamil product Nutramigen A+ LGG hypoallergenic infant formula in either the 561 gram containers or a pack of four. UPC codes are 0 56796 004982 or 0 56796 0044985 To date, there have been no reported illnesses associated with this recall. The HNHU has contacted […]
The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) continues monitor the Salmonella outbreak linked to the Malichita and Rudy brand cantaloupes. In an effort to protect the most vulnerable members of our community and lessen locally acquired illness, public health inspectors from the Environmental Health Team have contacted all retirement homes, long-term care facilities, and licensed childcare […]
The holiday season is in full swing, and the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) is reminding the community that the best protection from a serious illness related to COVID-19 and influenza is to get vaccinated as soon as possible. About 1.8 million Ontarians have already received the updated COVID-19 vaccine this fall. This week and […]