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SubscribeHealth Unit Declares Outbreak After Walmart Staff Tests Positive for COVID-19
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is declaring London’s third COVID-19 outbreak of the week, after receiving reports of three employees at the Hyde Park Walmart location testing positive for the novel coronavirus. The first two outbreaks have been associated with gathering involving students from Western University. MLHU case investigators have determined that transmission of the virus likely occurred at Walmart, between the staff members, whose last days of work were September 6th, September 13th and September 15th. The Health Unit is working closely with Walmart and staff at the store to ensure that any close contacts of the individuals are contacted.
Increasing COVID-19 Cases Prompts Call to Extend Restrictions on Gatherings in Middlesex-London…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit, in consultation with the City of London and the County of Middlesex, has requested that the new restrictions announced yesterday by the Premier of Ontario be extended to the London and Middlesex region.
Statement from Dr. Chris Mackie regarding COVID-19 outbreaks involving Western University students
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is working closely with Western University to support students who are involved in this situation, whether they have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or have identified as close contacts The Health Unit is working diligently with its partners to limit the potential spread of COVID-19.
Wastewater Testing Identifies First COVID-19 Positive Sample
In July, the Middlesex-London Health Unit began participating in a pilot project with the City of London to test local wastewater for genetic evidence of COVID-19. After collecting wastewater samples from area pollution control plants since shortly after announcing the initiative in July, City officials have notified the Health Unit that a sample collected on September 6th is the first to contain the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
Health Unit Declares COVID-19 Outbreak
London, ON – The Middlesex-London Health Unit has declared a community COVID-19 outbreak after three Western University students tested positive yesterday. In addition to these three cases, the Health Unit was also notified of two additional, associated cases today who are also Western students; these two cases will be added to the Middlesex-London case count tomorrow. While the students who have tested positive all live in the community and have not attended classes or activities on campus, they have had a number of interactions at downtown bars and restaurants, and with students in neighbouring housing units.
COVID-19 Case at Local Restaurant Prompts MLHU to Reach Out to Patrons
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has been notified of a new COVID-19 case in an individual who had spent two hours at the El Furniture Warehouse restaurant between 12:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. on Monday, September 7th.
London COVID-19 Assessment Centres to Have Regular Hours on Labour Day
The COVID-19 Assessment Centres located at Carling Heights Optimist Community Centre (656 Elizabeth Street in London) and Oakridge Arena (825 Valetta Street in London), will be open for Labour Day. The Carling Heights Assessment Centre will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on holiday Monday, while the Assessment Centre at Oakridge Arena will be open on from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In addition, each site will follow their regular schedules for the holiday weekend, with the Carling Heights site open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, while the Oakridge site will be closed, as usual.
Health Unit to Host its Second Virtual Town Hall on Monday, August 31st
The Middlesex-London Health Unit will hold its second Virtual Town Hall on Monday, August 31st, to answer questions and provide information about COVID-19 in London and Middlesex. The online meeting will include a brief presentation from the Health Unit’s Associate Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Alex Summers, followed by questions from people in the community.
Questions About COVID-19 in London and Middlesex? Health Unit to Host Virtual Town Hall on Monday,…
London, ON – The Middlesex-London Health Unit is inviting local residents to tune in for a one-hour Virtual Town Hall on Monday, August 17th, starting at 7:00 p.m. The online meeting will include a brief presentation from the Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Chris Mackie, followed by questions from people in the community.
Hot and Humid Weather Prompts Health Unit to Issue Two-Day Heat Warning
The current Environment Canada forecast calls for a daytime high of 31º Celsius today and 32º Celsius for tomorrow with overnight lows of 20 degrees. Humidex values are expected to reach 40 today, and 38 on Monday. These forecast conditions have prompted the Middlesex-London Health Unit to issue a Heat Warning that will be in effect for the next two days, until rain expected on Tuesday cools local temperatures.