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SubscribePartnership to Increase Access to Culturally Safe Dental Services for Indigenous Community in…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) and the Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) announced a partnership today that will provide new dental treatment options for Indigenous community members across the region. Effective tomorrow, the Dental Clinic space at 50 King Street will be shared between MLHU and SOAHAC. Through its Healthy Smiles Ontario program, the Health Unit will continue to provide preventive oral health services to children and youth under the age of 17 from qualifying families, while SOAHAC provides culturally safe dental treatment services to its clients.
Middlesex-London Health Unit and Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre to Announce new…
A new partnership between the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) and the Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) will be announced next Monday, April 30th at 10:30 a.m. in the Middlesex County Building. This innovative collaboration will provide Indigenous community members in London and Middlesex with access to culturally safe dental treatment services in the existing clinic space at MLHU’s 50 King Street office.
Lives Lost to London’s Opioid Crisis to be Remembered at Ivey Park This Friday
Over the last 10 years, the local opioid drug crisis has claimed the lives of some 400 people in London. With multiple overlapping drug crises continuing in the city, local health and social services agencies fear that number could continue to climb unless urgent action is taken. The lessons learned from waging battle against these powerful drugs are reminders of the pain and suffering endured not only by those who lost their lives due to drug poisoning, but also among their loved ones and their community.
Neighbourhood Meetings to be Held Next Week as Partners Consider Sites for Supervised Consumption…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) and Regional HIV/AIDS Connection (RHAC) are thrilled to announce new partnerships and support which, pending approval through formal processes, will allow the creation of two permanent Supervised Consumption Facilities (SCF) and one mobile facility in London.
Application For Local Supervised Consumption Facility Submitted to Health Canada For Consideration
With evidence to show it will be used and a public consultation process that showed a strong desire to support those addicted to opioid drugs, the Regional HIV / AIDS Connection (RHAC) and the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) have submitted an application to Health Canada to open a supervised consumption facility in the city.
If You Plan to Party Hard - Don’t Celebrate Alone On St. Patrick’s Day
London, ON – Weather conditions are coming together to make tomorrow a beautiful time to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. But with the sunshine, warmer temperatures and a Saturday to enjoy the festivities, the Middlesex-London Health Unit and its partners are calling on would-be revelers to plan ahead and think about their personal safety especially if they plan to drink or use drugs. Surveillance data from healthcare sources to the Health Unit has indicated a possible increase in the number of suspected opioid-related overdoses in the region over the last few weeks. This news, combined with the reality that the potentially lethal drug Fentanyl is being found mixed in with other street drugs, makes it critically important to take steps to reduce the risk of injury, overdose or death.
Board of Health Announcement Regarding Middlesex-London Health Unit Location Project
The Middlesex-London Board of Health held a special meeting at eight o’clock this morning and will hold a news conference at 11:00 a.m. to announce next steps in the health unit’s location project.
Board of Health to Initiate Court Application Process For Ruling on Location Project
Because of the decision of Middlesex County at its meeting held yesterday, the Board of Health is having to explore options and will make a court application about the Health Unit’s location project to seek clarification about the need for the consent of its funders.
Western University and Health Unit Team up for 4th Edition of Get Tested! Event
For the fourth straight year, the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is teaming up with Western University for the Get Tested Western! event today between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., in the University Community Centre Atrium. While 1,053 people were screened for sexually-transmitted infections last year, setting a new world record for the most STI tests done in a single day, this year’s goal is simply to screen and test as many students as possible.
Early Response Shows use and Acceptance of London TOPS Continues to Rise
Based on early indicators, London’s new Temporary Overdose Prevention Site (TOPS) is well accepted by all parties, and beginning to have an impact on the local opioid drug crisis. Since opening its doors less than a month ago, the TOPS has seen a steadily increasing number of clients. From just four clients the first day, to 44 on Tuesday, February 27th, clients are gaining confidence and trust in the facility and its staff.