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SubscribeMLHU Public Statement re: Privacy Investigation
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) has concluded its investigation into whether Personal Information (PI) or Personal Health Information (PHI) was disclosed when electronic devices and paper documents were inadvertently left at the Health Unit’s former office location at 50 King Street in March of 2020.
Updated Section 22 Order for Personal Care Settings Comes into Effect Thursday
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has updated the requirements of the Section 22 Class Order for personal care service establishments in London and Middlesex County. The updated Order, issued under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, will come into effect Thursday, October 29th, at 12:01 a.m., to allow operators to prepare and obtain the necessary equipment required under the Order.
Health Unit to Issue New Section 22 Orders for Restaurants, Personal Care Settings and Fitness…
New measures aimed at reducing the potential spread of COVID-19 in restaurant and banquet halls, personal care service establishments, and indoor fitness facilities in London and Middlesex County, will come into effect this Saturday at 12:01 a.m. Middlesex-London’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Chris Mackie, announced that the three Section 22 Class Orders issued under the Health Protection and Promotion Act will require additional public health measures to be taken at these businesses and facilities to fight the pandemic.
Celebrate Halloween Safely - Tips and Tricks
There are risks to Halloween this year due to COVID-19, so we need to celebrate carefully. When making your plans, think about ways to reduce your risks. Here are some tips, tricks, and suggestions for a safe and spook-tacular Halloween.
Clarification Related to this Afternoon's News Release Regarding Section 22 Class Order for Fitness…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit would like to clarify information contained in the media release issued at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21st (Health Unit to Issue New Section 22 Orders for Restaurants, Personal Care Settings and Fitness Facilities).
Health Unit Declares Outbreak After Starbucks Staff Members Test Positive for COVID-19
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at the Starbucks location at 1164 Highbury Avenue North in London, after three staff members tested positive for COVID-19. The Health Unit was notified of an initial case a week ago and received reports yesterday of two additional cases amongst staff. The store has been closed since October 11th, after the first staff member tested positive. Case investigators have determined that two of the three staff members worked while they were infectious, while the store was closed while the third employee was infectious.
Health Unit Reports Case of COVID-19 at Banting Secondary School
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has been notified that a member of the school community at Sir Frederick Banting Secondary School has tested positive for COVID-19. Health Unit investigators are working with the individual directly to identify and follow up with their close contacts. The Health Unit has also notified the Thames Valley District School Board and members of the Banting community and has provided instructions and advice about next steps.
Health Unit Reports COVID-19 Case at Northdale Central Public School
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has been notified that a member of the Northdale Central Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19. Health Unit investigators have determined that the case was at the school during the time they were infectious. Notification has been sent to parents, guardians and staff who are part of the school community.
Health Unit Declares COVID-19 Outbreak at Sir Arthur Currie Public School
The Middlesex-London Health Unit was notified late yesterday that an additional member of the Sir Arthur Currie Public School community has tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases associated with the school to two; these cases appear to be associated with one another. Since there is evidence of transmission between these cases, the Health Unit is declaring an outbreak to help raise further awareness and to limit any further spread of the virus within this school community.
Health Unit Reports COVID-19 Case at Mary Wright Public School
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has been notified that a member of the school community at Mary Wright Public School has tested positive for COVID-19. Health Unit case investigators have determined that the case was at the school during the time they were infectious. Notification has been sent to parents, guardians and staff of the school community.