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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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SIMCOE, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012- Tests have revealed that a recently deceased Fisherville area horse was infected with the West Nile virus. The horse, which passed away earlier this month, had not been vaccinated against the virus. Some of the other horses on the property were also unvaccinated against West Nile. The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is […]
SIMCOE, SEPTEMBER 20, 2012 – The last Sunday in September of each year is Trail Day in Norfolk County, and a group of local trail enthusiasts are inviting the public to join them on September 30 as they stroll along one of the area’s many lovely trails. Pathways for People, a community coalition that advocates […]
SIMCOE, SEPTEMBER 13, 2012 – More and more people are searching and accessing health information online and registered dietitians from the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit are adapting to the trend by using YouTube to spread their nutrition messages. A series of sixteen short videos, titled ‘Dietitians Dish,’ has been uploaded to YouTube, and answers the most […]
SIMCOE, AUGUST 31, 2012 – Pregnant women often have long “to-do” lists throughout their pregnancy, including tasks such as scheduling doctor appointments, preparing the nursery, and taking prenatal vitamins. The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is encouraging all expectant mothers, and women planning to become pregnant, to add an important “don’t” to their list.“If women drink when […]
SIMCOE, ON, AUGUST 31, 2012 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit has identified two human cases of West Nile virus, one is a Simcoe resident and the other individual lives in Dunnville. There has not been a confirmed human case in Haldimand or Norfolk since 2002. These cases come in a year where increased rates of […]