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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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  • Cost of healthy eating rises 8% in Haldimand and Norfolk

    SIMCOE, OCTBOER 24, 2012 – People living on low incomes in Haldimand and Norfolk Counties will continue to find it challenging to afford to eat a healthy diet this year. According to the 2012 Nutritious Food Basket survey conducted by the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit, it costs a family of four $799.88 per month to eat […]

  • 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 […]

  • Community invited to help plan ways to improve Haldimand and Norfolk

    SIMCOE, OCTOBER 04, 2012 – Haldimand and Norfolk Counties are great places to live, but they could be even better. That is the outlook of the Healthy Communities Partnership, a group of community leaders and volunteers who have been working together since 2009 to improve the quality of life for local citizens. The group has […]

  • Power Camp helps prepares Grade 8 girls for high school

    SIMCOE, OCTOBER 1, 2012 – Grade 8 girls across Haldimand and Norfolk Counties are being invited to G.I.R.L.S. Power Camp at Camp Trillium in Waterford from November 30 to December 2. The unique camp, which includes three days and one overnight stay, focuses on Growth, Independence, Respect, Leadership and Self-Esteem (G.I.R.L.S.), along with other important […]