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SubscribeMLHU Preparing to Accelerate Second-Dose Appointments to Individuals 80+ As Soon As Possible
The Government of Ontario announced the accelerated rollout of second dose COVID-19 vaccine appointments in the province this afternoon. Among the updates the Government provided was the expansion of accelerated second-dose vaccination appointment bookings to adults 80 years of age and older, starting early next week. In response to the announcement, the Middlesex-London Health Unit is currently determining a plan of action that responds to the Province’s accelerated rollout of second dose appointments and will provide an update when further information is available about when those over the age of 80 will be able to re-book second dose appointments.
Youth and the COVID-19 Vaccine: School Community Town Halls
The Middlesex-London Health Unit and Southwestern Public Health will be hosting Virtual Town Hall meetings for parents and guardians of children between the ages of 12 and 17, who are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Hot Weather Descends on London and Middlesex County Prompting Season's Second Heat Alert
The hot summer-like weather is back to start the shortened week, with potentially record-setting high temperatures in store for today. The current Environment Canada forecast is calling for a high of 32º Celsius, before cooler temperatures and the possibility of rain come tomorrow. Today’s expected daytime high exceeds the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s threshold for issuing a Heat Alert, generating a reminder to make plans for outdoor activities, including dressing lightly, taking breaks from working outside and drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated.
MLHU to Open COVID-19 Vaccinations to Youth Aged 12 and Older
Following the Government of Ontario’s announcement Friday afternoon, the Middlesex-London Health Unit will expand COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to youth 12 years of age and older starting Sunday, May 23rd at 8:00 a.m..
Heat Alert Leading Into Victoria Day Long Weekend
Leading into the Victoria Day long weekend, the region is getting a taste of summer, prompting the Middlesex-London Health Unit to issue a Heat Alert for today. The current Environment Canada forecast calls for temperatures to reach 31º Celsius, meeting the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s Heat Alert threshold. Although the Heat Alert is only in effect for one day, the rest of the long weekend is expected to have temperatures just below the Health Unit’s benchmark, prompting a reminder to residents to be sun smart and beat the heat all weekend long.
Safely Enjoy the Victoria Day Weekend
We’ve come too far to take any steps back. This long weekend, please follow public health guidance and keep your distance from anyone who isn’t living in your home. The province-wide Stay-At-Home Order is still in effect until at least June 2.
COVID-19 Vaccination Expands in Middlesex County with Opening of Community Mobile Clinic in…
To increase the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine in Middlesex County, the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU), the County of Middlesex and the Municipality of Thames Centre are partnering to offer a mobile community COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the FlightExec Centre in Dorchester, on May 28th and 29th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
MLHU to Open Covid-19 Vaccinations to All Those Over the Age Of 18 Tomorrow
Following the Government of Ontario’s announcement this morning, the Middlesex-London Health Unit will expand COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to adults 18 years of age and older (born in 2003 and turning 18 in 2021) on Tuesday, May 18th at 8:00 a.m.
Outbreak Declared, Attendees Advised To Quarantine, After More Than A Dozen COVID Cases Reported…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is continuing the investigation of a COVID-19 outbreak that was declared following a funeral held in London earlier this month. The Health Unit announced today that 14 cases of COVID-19 have been linked to the event and that investigators have found evidence to suggest transmission likely occurred at private home gatherings, the visitation and the funeral.
Media Advisory: Middlesex-London’s Fourth Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic Prepares to Open
In advance of opening of the fourth COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Middlesex-London, members of the media will be invited for a walk-through tour of the Earl Nichols Recreation Centre on Friday, May 21st. The addition of the Earl Nichols site to the list of COVID-19 vaccination clinics will increase the number of appointments available to London and Middlesex County residents, as the region prepares to invite those over the age of 18 to receive their first dose of vaccine later this week.