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  • Woodstock mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile virus

    Southwestern Public Health has confirmed that a mosquito trap located in Woodstock, Ontario has tested positive for West Nile virus.

  • Bat tests positive for rabies in St. Thomas

    In general, the risk of rabies is extremely low. Do not handle or interact with wildlife at any time.

  • Aylmer mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus

    Southwestern Public Health confirms local mosquito trap has tested positive for West Nile virus. Southwestern Public Health has confirmed that a mosquito trap located in Aylmer, Ontario has tested positive for West Nile virus.

  • Boil Water Advisory for Areas of Rodney

    Southwestern Public Health has issued a boil water advisory to the Town of Rodney in West Elgin, including Pioneer Line from Wellington Street in West Lorne to Furnival Road in Rodney, Catherine Road, and the Town of Rodney. The advisory was issued as a result of water sample results that indicated the presence of bacteria. While resampling is scheduled, the advisory is issued as a precaution.

  • Second story in Vital Perspectives series tackles climate change

    Southwestern Public Health using storytelling and statistics in Vital Perspectives series to encourage resilient communities for future generations

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    Two SWPH-led proposals endorsed by alPHa as adoptable strategies for other health unit regions

    Southwestern Public Health is working with the Association of Local Public Health Agencies on proposals for supportive living regulations & a comprehensive alcohol strategy.

  • Southwestern Public Health Warns of Rising Cases of Pertussis in the Region

    Here is some additional information about pertussis along with a recording of what 'whooping cough' sounds like in young children. Pertussis can begin as a mild fever, runny nose, with red watery eyes and a cough. It leads to serious coughing fits that may cause breathing difficulty, choking or vomiting.

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    SWPH Board votes against voluntary merger

    Board of Health explored a three-way merger with Brant County Health Unit and Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit as part of Ontario’s Strengthening Public Health Strategy

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    SWPH investigating illnesses at a high school staff event in St. Thomas

    Southwestern Public Health has been working closely with Thames Valley District School Board to investigate a group of illnesses from a catered staff event at Parkside Collegiate Institute on April 8th. Approximately half of the nearly 100 faculty who attended developed gastrointestinal symptoms shortly after the event took place.

  • Dog Bite Alert
    Dog bite incident in St. Thomas on April 12th

    Southwestern Public Health has been notified of a dog biting incident.

    The incident took place on April 12, 2024, at the intersection of Glenwood Street and Oakmont Street in St. Thomas, ON, between 7:48 - 8:00AM.


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