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August 11, 2021

Oxford Partnership Reaches Out to those Grieving Loss Due to Overdose

International Overdose Awareness Day is an annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind

On Wednesday, August 31, 2022, communities around the world will recognize International Overdose Awareness Day. The theme is Time to Remember. Time to Act.

On that day, the members of the Harm Reduction...

Southwestern Public Health issues heat warning for August 3rd.

August 2, 2022 at 3:15 PM. 

This heat event is forecast to start on Wednesday and end at the end of Wednesday night. The daytime high temperature (or humidex) on Thursday will not be high enough for a heat warning to be issued. The special weather statement highlights exceptionally high heat and humidity for one day.

During a heat warning, residents should take precautions to protect themselves and the most vulnerable from heat-related...

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July 21, 2022

Southwestern Public Health Preparing to Welcome Children Between 6 Months and 5 Years for COVID-19 Immunization

Following Health Canada’s approval of Moderna Spikevax for children under the age of five, Southwestern Public Health is preparing to welcome the youngest community members to its COVID-19 vaccination clinics starting July 28, 2022.

“The high level of vaccination across Ontario has reduced the number of hospitalizations and the pressure on our health care system...

Southwestern Public Health issues heat warning for July 19^th through July 20^th.

July 18, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Southwestern Publi­c Health (SWPH) issues heat warnings when Environment Canada forecasts temperatures that are expected to be at least 31°C and/or a Humidex value above 40°C for at least two days, with overnight temperatures at or above 20°C.

Environment Canada is forecasting hot temperatures in the SWPH region beginning Tuesday, July 19^th and continuing through the evening on...

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July 13, 2022

Southwestern Public Health region COVID-19 vaccination clinics administering fourth doses for 18 to 59-year-olds

In line with this morning’s announcement from the Provincial government, all COVID-19 vaccination clinics in the Southwestern Public Health region will offer second boosters (or 4^th doses) to individuals between the ages of 18 and 59 starting today.

The recommended interval for the fourth dose is 140 days (5+ months) after the previous booster dose....