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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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  • Smokers could win a Toyota Prius if they quit

    SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 24, 2008 – The Canadian Cancer Society, in collaboration with the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit, is offering smokers a chance to win a 2008 Toyota Prius hybrid car. “To get a chance at winning this energy efficient automobile, smokers must give up smoking for one month,” explained Health Unit Health Promoter Fiaza Siddiqi. […]

  • Free skating events planned for “Heart Month” in February

    SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 22, 2008 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is urging residents to make use of two free skating events being held in February in recognition of Heart Month. The free events, sponsored by Health Action and the Ontario Early Years Centres, take place at Simcoe Arena on Sunday, Feb. 3, from 3 to […]

  • Beware of winter mould, Health Unit cautions

    SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 17, 2008 – If you notice a musty or earthy smell in your home, it could be the result of winter mould, cautions the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. “Mould found in the home is often a concern in the winter months due to high humidity and poor ventilation,” explained Glen Steen, Healthy Environment […]

  • Child is area’s first influenza case of the season

    SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 8, 2008 – A child who did not receive the flu shot is the area’s first reported seasonal case of influenza. “We have received notification of one laboratory confirmed case of influenza A from a school-aged child residing in Haldimand County,” said Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Communicable Disease Program Coordinator Shuayb Abidi. “The […]

  • Local residents offered free medication to help them quit smoking

    SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 3, 2008 – People in Haldimand and Norfolk counties who want to quit smoking can now get free nicotine replacement products thanks to a study being conducted throughout Ontario. The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in partnership with the Ministry of Health Promotion is collaborating with the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit […]