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SubscribeSurging Fourth Wave Prompts Renewed Public Health Advice from MLHU
One month ago, the Middlesex-London Health Unit reported just three new COVID-19 cases in the region; one week ago, that number stood at 17. Today, the Health Unit is reporting 38 COVID-19 cases, bringing the number of active cases currently in London and Middlesex County to 152. With the indicators the Health Unit reports daily on its COVID-19 dashboard showing significant increases, and the declaration of outbreaks at two downtown London bars and night clubs in the last week, the threat of the Delta variant is clear.
Weekend Temperatures Prompt One-Day Heat Alert
The summer heat that has blanketed the Middlesex-London region is expected to go up a notch tomorrow, prompting the Middlesex-London Health Unit to declare a one-day Heat Alert. The latest Environment Canada forecast for Saturday, August 21st, calls for a daytime high of 31º Celsius, enough to meet the Health Unit’s threshold. While the entire weekend is expected to be hot, the Heat Alert will only be in effect for one day, as Sunday’s forecasted high of 30º Celsius does not meet the level required to issue the notification.
Health Unit and Pride London Partner to Host COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic This Sunday
To increase opportunities to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and to support uptake within the LGBT2Q+ community, the Middlesex-London Health Unit and Pride London have partnered to offer a Walk-in Pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Sunday, August 22nd from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Palasad Social Bowl. While the focus will be on administering vaccine, the afternoon will also feature music, food, and entertainment, all in adherence with public health guidelines.
COVID-19 Cases Linked to Downtown Bar Leads Health Unit to Declare Outbreak at Lost Love
For the second time this week, the Middlesex-London Health Unit has declared a COVID-19 outbreak linked to a downtown bar. Health Unit case investigators are following up with five individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 after being at Lost Love Social House, located at 153 Carling Street in downtown London, on the evening of Saturday, August 7th into the early morning hours of August 8th. The Health Unit has not determined whether any of these cases have been linked to other outbreaks.
COVID-19 Vaccination Expanded to All Those Born in 2009 or Earlier
In line with today’s announcement by Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, starting tomorrow morning at 8:00 a.m., the Middlesex-London Health Unit is extending COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to anyone born in 2009 or earlier.
West Nile Virus Identified in Local Mosquito Trap
As we head into the final weeks of summer, the Middlesex London Health Unit is reminding local residents to take steps to prevent bug bites, after mosquitoes from a trap located in Glencoe were tested positive for West Nile Virus. The trap in Glencoe is the first to be found with West Nile Virus-positive mosquitoes in 2021.
Health Unit Declares Outbreak at Delilah’s After 15 Patrons Test Positive
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at Delilah’s, located at 209 John Street in London, after 15 patrons who attended the restaurant have tested positive for COVID-19. The Health Unit was notified of three initial cases associated with the establishment on August 13th and received reports of 12 additional cases on August 14th. Health Unit case investigators have also determined that several of these cases attended a gathering together at a private residence during the time they also attended the restaurant while infectious.
COVID-19 Vaccination Only Available to Those Over the Age Of 12
As current guidance does not allow for vaccinating those under the age of 12, the Middlesex-London Health Unit will not be extending COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to anyone who has not yet had their 12th birthday.
Hot Temperatures and High Humidity on the Way, Prompting a One-Day Heat Alert
While weather conditions in London and Middlesex County have been very muggy this week, Environment Canada’s latest forecast is calling for temperatures to reach 31º Celsius and for Humidex values of 39 tomorrow, enough for the Middlesex-London Health Unit to issue a one-day Heat Alert. The Alert will come into effect Thursday, August 12th, as temperatures climb throughout the day and will remain in effect until Friday morning, as temperatures are expected to remain above 20º Celsius overnight.
Health Unit Offers Hepatitis A Immunization Clinics After Declaration of Outbreak Linked to Frozen…
With the federal government’s declaration of a hepatitis A outbreak associated with frozen mangoes, the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) announced today that it will offer free hepatitis A vaccination clinics Friday, August 6th and Saturday, August 7th. The clinics are open to those who consumed any of the recalled products in the last two weeks and will be held at the Health Unit’s Citi Plaza offices, located at 355 Wellington Street, Suite 110, between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. both days.