Influenza Activity in Perth County
Influenza Activity in Perth County Tuesday, January 30th, 2018 Perth County – Influenza is still present in Perth County, although there are signs it may be waning. As of January 29th, 2018, there...
View ArticleFlooding Information
Flooding Information February 20th, 2018 Visit the web pages below for information on what to do before, during, and after a flood. Government of Canada – Be Prepared: Before, During and After a Flood...
View ArticleHealth Unit Looking for Dog Involved in a Biting Incident in Stratford
Health Unit Looking for Dog Involved in a Biting Incident in Stratford Health Unit Looking for Dog Involved in a Biting Incident in Stratford Friday, March 2nd, 2018 Stratford – The Perth District...
View ArticleMarch 24th is World Tuberculosis (TB) Day: Helping Stop the Spread
March 24th is World Tuberculosis (TB) Day: Helping Stop the Spread Wednesday, March 21st, 2018 Perth County – World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is on March 24th. The day marks the discovery of the...
View ArticleA Safe Passage: Trauma Informed Care Supporting Women Survivors of Abuse...
A Safe Passage Training is evidence-based and trauma-informed, and will equip you to make a difference in your clients’ lives. When applied to individuals who have experienced abuse (childhood, sexual...
View ArticleApril is Oral Health Month: Parents Encouraged to Brush Up on the Facts and...
April is Oral Health Month: Parents Encouraged to Brush Up on the Facts and Keep Kids’ Teeth Healthy! Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018 Perth County – The Ontario Association of Public Health Dentistry, along...
View ArticleMay is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Prevent Tick Bites. Protect Against Lyme...
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Prevent Tick Bites. Protect Against Lyme Disease Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 Perth County – The warmer weather is coming and people will be heading outdoors to hike,...
View ArticleHealth Unit Looking for Dog Involved in a Biting Incident in St. Marys
Health Unit Looking for Dog Involved in a Biting Incident in St. Marys Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 St. Marys – The Perth District Health Unit is looking for a dog involved in a biting incident in St....
View ArticleHuron, Perth Health Units to Proceed with Amalgamation
Huron, Perth Health Units to Proceed with Amalgamation Thursday, May 10th, 2018 Perth and Huron Counties – The Perth District Health Unit and the Huron County Health Unit are proceeding with...
View ArticleHealth Unit Looking for Dog Involved in a Biting Incident in Stratford
Health Unit Looking for Dog Involved in a Biting Incident in Stratford FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Stratford ―The Perth District Health Unit is looking for a dog involved in a biting...
View ArticleSuspension Orders for Students with Incomplete Immunization Records Have Gone...
Suspension Orders for Students with Incomplete Immunization Records Have Gone Out Thursday, May 17th, 2018 Perth County – On May 8th, the Perth District Health Unit mailed out 147 suspension orders to...
View ArticleHealth Unit Issues Heat Warning
Health Unit Issues Heat Warning FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 15, 2018 Perth County ̶ The Perth District Health Unit has issued a heat warning for Perth County. Temperatures and humidex levels...
View ArticleWest Nile Virus Surveillance Set to Begin. Health Unit Reminds Residents to...
West Nile Virus Surveillance Set to Begin. Health Unit Reminds Residents to Protect Themselves from Mosquitos Tuesday, June 19th, 2018 Perth County – Summer is here and the Health Unit is once again...
View ArticleHealth Unit Issues Extended Heat Warning for the Upcoming Weekend
Health Unit Issues Extended Heat Warning for the Upcoming Weekend Wednesday, June 27, 2018 Perth County ̶ The Perth District Health Unit is issuing an extended heat warning for Perth County for the...
View ArticleCow Tests Positive for Rabies in Perth County
Cow Tests Positive for Rabies in Perth County Friday, July 6, 2018 Perth County ̶ A calf located in Mornington Ward has tested positive for rabies. This is the sixth confirmed rabid bovine in Perth...
View ArticleVolunteers Needed for Teen Esteem and Elements Programs this Fall
Volunteers Needed for Teen Esteem and Elements Programs this Fall Wednesday, July 11, 2018 Perth County – Volunteers make it happen! For over a decade, the Teen Esteem and Elements programs have been...
View ArticleHealth Unit Issues Heat Warning for the Upcoming Weekend
Health Unit Issues Heat Warning for the Upcoming Weekend Friday, July 13, 2018 Perth County ̶ The Perth District Health Unit is issuing a heat warning for Perth County for the upcoming weekend....
View ArticleHealth Unit Receives Donation from Perth Dairy Producers to Help Families...
Health Unit Receives Donation from Perth Dairy Producers to Help Families Afford Nutritious Food Friday, July 20th, 2018 Perth County – The Perth District Health Unit recently received a $1,000...
View ArticleLatest CFIA Food Recalls: Goldfish Crackers, Ritz Bits, Chicken Nuggets
July 24: Latest CFIA Food Recalls Check the The Canadian Food Inspection Agency website for a list of current recalls, which include: July 23: Food Recall Warning – Pepperidge Farm brand Goldfish...
View ArticleMosquitoes in Perth County Test Positive for West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes in Perth County Test Positive for West Nile Virus Tuesday, August 7th, 2018 Perth County – West Nile virus is in Perth County. Mosquitoes taken from a trap in the southeastern part of...
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