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It’s not too late to get vaccinated against Influenza following a significant post-holiday rise in cases, including new outbreaks in long term care facilities.

Southwestern Public Health is urging vigilance after a sharp rise in Influenza risk factors was reported on its Respiratory Illness Activity Dashboard this week.

Southwestern Public Health is urging the community to take action after provincial models indicate a spike in Influenza activity is projected to arrive in Ontario during the holidays.  

Planet Youth coalitions in Elgin-St. Thomas and Oxford aim to curb substance use and enhance youth wellbeing using Iceland's substance use prevention model

Southwestern Public Health has confirmed the first lab-verified case of Influenza A for the 2025 respiratory season, marking the official start of flu season in Oxford County, Elgin County, and the City of St. Thomas. 

Southwestern Public Health is encouraging residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19, Influenza, and if eligible, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), especially if they are at a high-risk of complications from respiratory illnesses. 

Southwestern Public Health has launched its 2025–2029 Strategic Plan - an ambitious, community-informed roadmap that will guide the organization’s priorities over the next five years. 

Healthy Schools Certifications in Elgin and Oxford Counties awarded by the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association

Update: This boil water advisory ended on August 29th, 2025.