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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, November 14, 2016 – The health unit’s Infection Control Practitioner Stacey Guthrie states “our first lab confirmed case of influenza A has been reported for this flu season”. If people have not been vaccinated for influenza, now is the time. Individuals seeking protection should contact their family doctor, visit a local pharmacy or […]
SIMCOE October 28th, 2016 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit (HNHU) will soon be suspending students that are not up to date on immunizations. Under the Immunization of Schools Pupils Act, students born in 2008 and 2009 may be suspended if the HNHU has not received the information requested. One of the following must be reported for […]
SIMCOE, OCTOBER 27, 2016 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit applauds Indwell for making Hambleton Hall 100% smoke-free. Hambleton Hall is a newly opened, affordable housing community located on John Street in Simcoe. The Health Unit formally recognized Hambleton Hall for its commitment to creating a safe and healthy environment for tenants at its open house […]
SIMCOE October 26, 2016 Every year, millions of Canadians catch the flu. If you are hoping to avoid the flu bug this year, roll up your sleeve. Flu shots are available through your healthcare provider, local pharmacy or by appointment through the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. The influenza virus changes from year to year so a […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SIMCOE, September 23rd, 2016 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is once again launching their social media campaign, Adventures in Breastfeeding, to celebrate National Breastfeeding Week (October 1st to October 7th 2016). The overall goal of the campaign is to help normalize breastfeeding, anytime, anywhere. “Last year’s campaign generated a lot of local […]