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SubscribeAnnual Infection Prevention & Control Education Day
This workshop is targeted to individuals responsible for infection prevention and control activities in acute care, long-term care and retirement homes.
MEDIA RELEASE: Curl Up for Tonight's Smoke-Free Movie - The Lego Batman Movie in Victoria Park
London, ON – Bring your family, friends and lawn chairs to Victoria Park tonight and get ready for some family fun, as the Middlesex-London Health Unit brings a free showing of The Lego Batman Movie to downtown London.
Health Unit Invites Families To Strathroy For A Free Smoke-Free Movie Night
London, ON – There’ll be lots of family fun in store this Saturday night at the Fair Grounds Recreation Complex in Strathroy. That’s when the Middlesex-London Health Unit and the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc are hosting this summer’s outdoor Smoke-Free Movie Night, the third time the event is being held in the town. This year’s feature is Disney’s 2016 animated hit film Moana. While the film begins at dusk, families are encouraged to arrive early and take part in the games and activities that get underway at 5:00 p.m.
Mosquitoes From Three London Traps Test Positive for West Nile Virus
While there’s still plenty of sun and fun to be had this summer, Londoners shouldn’t drop their guard against mosquitoes. The Middlesex-London Health Unit is reminding the community to protect itself against bites after receiving reports this week that mosquitoes found in three London traps were carrying West Nile Virus. The traps are located in east London, northeast London and in the Pond Mills area.
Alert: Recent Testing Shows Fentanyl Showing up in Other Drugs
Ahead of the Civic Holiday weekend, the Middlesex-London Health Unit, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Addiction Services Thames Valley (ADSTV) and the London Police Service are issuing an alert. Potentially lethal fentanyl is showing up in other drugs.
World Hepatitis Day
Join us on Thursday, July 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Covent Garden Market to learn about viral hepatitis, testing and support available in our community. We’ll have some snacks, giveaways and fun games, too! The following day is World Hepatitis Day (Friday, July 28), which marks a global effort to raise awareness on the importance of testing, prevention and treatment of hepatitis.
Revamped Website Connects Families With Prenatal Education Programs
Prenatal classes and programs are not just about labour and birth, those are just the beginning. Making the transition to parenthood is one of the biggest, if not the most significant, life change most people will experience; and now it’s easier than ever for new parents in London and Middlesex County to access prenatal education offered by the Middlesex-London Health Unit.
Effort to Address Opioid Misuse Gets Provincial Funds to Support Local Fight
The Middlesex-London Health Unit will receive $250,000 in funding from the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care as part of the province’s $15 million effort to address the current opioid crisis. The provincial funding was announced by Health Minister, Dr. Eric Hoskins, and is being distributed among Ontario’s 36 public health units to support efforts to address opioid abuse and prevent overdoses.
Forecast Prompts 2017’s First Extended Heat Warning for London and Middlesex
London, ON – Environment Canada’s forecast is calling for high temperatures on Sunday, June 11th through Tuesday, June 13th, which meet the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s criteria for the first Extended Heat Warning of 2017. This Extended Heat Warning will remain in effect until temperatures are predicated to drop below threshold criteria, which is expected to happen early in the morning on Wednesday, June 14th.
Enjoy Summer Sun Safely
London, ON – Even if the calendar hanging on the wall doesn’t say so, it sure feels like summer is here. With a fine weekend forecast that includes plenty of sunshine and summer-like heat well into next week, the Middlesex-London Health Unit is calling on local residents to protect themselves and their families from the sun’s harmful rays. The reminder comes about mid-way through National Sun Awareness Week, which continues until Sunday, June 11th.