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SubscribeHealth Canada Advisory About Plasma Pens Prompts Advice from Health Unit
London, ON – A device used in some personal service settings and private homes across London and Middlesex County was the subject of a Health Canada advisory issued last week. Health Canada issued the news release on November 26th advising consumers that plasma pens, also known as “fibroblast devices”, are not approved in Canada. As they have not been evaluated for safety, effectiveness or quality, the agency has declared that the devices may pose health risks and is recommending that consumers avoid the use of plasma pens, whether at a spa, esthetician, cosmetic clinic, or any other location, including private homes.
Unexpected Hepatitis A Outbreak Demonstrates Local Health Inequities
An unexpected number of hepatitis A cases have been reported to the Middlesex-London Health Unit over the last few months, resulting in an outbreak mostly among under-housed or homeless Londoners, and those who inject drugs. Where the Health Unit would only expect to see about three cases of hepatitis A per year, most of them travel-related, there have been 16 non travel-related cases in 2018 so far; 15 since October 1st alone.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Health Unit and Regional HIV/AIDS Connection to Hold News Conference This Morning
The Middlesex-London Health Unit and Regional HIV/AIDS Connection will hold a news conference at 9:30 a.m. this morning to provide an important update about London’s Temporary Overdose Prevention Site and proposed permanent sites.
Temporary OD Prevention Site to Operate Through end of 2018 as Proposed Permanent Sites Receive…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit and Regional HIV/AIDS Connection received notification late Wednesday afternoon that the Federal Government had approved the applications for two permanent Consumption and Treatment Services (CTSs) in London, at 446 York Street and 241 Simcoe Street. The correspondence from Health Canada also advised officials that the temporary overdose prevention site (TOPS) at 186 King Street had been approved as an interim facility until the site at 446 York is operational. The news comes on the same day that correspondence was also received from Ontario’s Health Minister indicating that TOPS would continue to operate through the end of 2018.
Health Unit Prepares for New Smoking and Vaping Laws in Ontario
With the passing of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 (SFOA, 2017), the smoking and vaping of cannabis will be regulated under the same provincial legislation that controls tobacco, banning its consumption in the same places where tobacco use is already prohibited.
Release of Community Drug and Alcohol Strategy Next Step in Local Response
Each day, people across the City of London and Middlesex County face challenges associated with the use of drugs and alcohol. These challenges can, and often do, have devastating negative effects on health, relationships, safety and overall community wellness. In an effort to address these harmful impacts, the Middlesex-London Community Drug & Alcohol Strategy – A Foundation For Action was released today.
Partners to Release Community Drug and Alcohol Strategy Report for London And Middlesex County
A concerted community effort, drawing on the experience and expertise of many organizations and individuals across the region has resulted in the creation of the Middlesex-London Community Drug & Alcohol Strategy – A Foundation For Action. This strategy report, which contains 23 recommendations and several associated actions, aims to prevent and address local substance-related harms. The report will be released on Tuesday, October 16th.
Healthy People, Healthy Communities - 2018 Municipal Election
Municipal councils play an important role in influencing the health of individuals and communities. Policies and decisions made by municipal councils can impact the social and physical conditions of our world. Private industry, community organizations, and government can work together to build healthy, vibrant and inclusive communities. We depend upon our elected officials to make decisions that will improve the health of our community and citizens.
[Presentation] Your Microbiome with Dr. Emma Allen-Vercoe
In honour of National Breastfeeding Week (October 1 - 7), Dr. Emma Allen-Vercoe will be presenting, Your Microbiome.
Middlesex-London Breastfeeding Challenge
Join in the Breastfeeding Challenge where we aim to have as many breastfed children as possible together at the same time. Siblings, partners, and anyone feeding human milk (at breast or by bottle) are welcome. Light refreshments, children's activities, door prizes and more!