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Southwestern Public Health is issuing a public reminder about levels of naturally present fluoride and sodium in some of Oxford County’s municipal drinking water which may pose a concern for specific residents. Parents with children seven years of age and under should be aware of fluoride exposure to prevent dental fluorosis, while those on sodium-restricted diets should pay close attention to sodium they may be consuming from municipal water.

Environment Canada is forecasting temperatures as low as -20˚C and -27˚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 Monday, February 2nd.

Ongoing fire alarm triggered at health unit prompts site closure out of an abundance of caution.

HVAC system repairs are underway for airflow fault that prompted a St. Thomas site closure on January 28, 2026.

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.