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Environment Canada is forecasting temperatures as low as -24˚C and -30˚C with the wind chill in the SWPH region, with cold conditions continuing from the previous weeks. These conditions are currently forecasted to continue until Saturday, January 31st. 

Environment Canada is forecasting temperatures as low as -25˚C and -27˚C with the wind chill, in the SWPH region with cold conditions beginning this evening. These conditions are currently forecasted to continue until Sunday, January 25th. 

Local Age-Friendly steering committees in Elgin-St. Thomas and Oxford County were recognized by the province for their contributions to more inclusive physical and social environments for aging adults.

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.