BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Jul 29, 2022
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2022-07-29 Time: 3:00 PM Alert #075
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Jul 28, 2022
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2022-07-28 Time: 4:00 PM Alert #074
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 28, 2022
Peterborough Public Health Shares Safety Tips to Prevent Drug Poisonings With the Civic Holiday long weekend approaching, Peterborough Public Health is reminding community members about the importance of drug poisoning prevention, not using drugs alone, and carrying a naloxone kit. If you or a loved one uses drugs, practicing harm reduction, planning ahead, and connecting […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Jul 27, 2022
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2022-07-27 Time: 4:00 PM Alert #073
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 27, 2022
Friday, August 5 at the Sexual Health Clinic As of July 25, 2022, there has been 326 confirmed cases of monkeypox in Ontario. Peterborough Public Health has had 2 confirmed cases of monkeypox at this time. The smallpox vaccine (Imvamune®) may prevent monkeypox infection or prevent the development of severe symptoms. Currently, there is limited […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Jul 25, 2022
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2022-07-25 Time: 4:00 PM Alert #072
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 21, 2022
Approx. 6500 Local Children Now Eligible for Paediatric COVID-19 Vaccine On July 21st, the province announced that administration of the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine will be available in Ontario for all children aged 6 months to 5 years. Starting July 28, 2022, the provincial booking system will have appointments available for children aged 6 months […]
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 20, 2022
Residents urged to take precautions with hot weather in the forecast With warmer weather upon us, we can expect an increase in the local mosquito population. Late July to early August is when the region will face its hottest weather of the year, averaging around 24-27oC, with risks of extreme temperatures of over 30oC. According […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Jul 19, 2022
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2022-07-19 Time: 4:00 PM Alert #071
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 19, 2022
Finding ways to address the gaps in the health of the population. When you think of the words “public health,” what comes to mind? You might think about a building or organization that makes rules or runs programs. Maybe it brings you back to daily COVID-19 updates and the difficulties of lockdowns. Maybe you’ve experienced […]
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 19, 2022
Today Peterborough Public Health is issuing the first Heat Warning of the season. A heat event is expected to affect the local area on Tuesday and Wednesday this week. Daytime temperatures will reach 31°C on Tuesday and Wednesday with a humidex expected to reach high thirties on both days. Slightly cooler temperatures are expected for […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Jul 15, 2022
**CORRECTION TO PREVIOUS ALERT #069 – FAXED OUT ONLY – WHICH OMITTED EXTENDICARE LAKEFIELD WHICH IS STILL IN OUTBREAK** This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further […]
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 14, 2022
Residents are Encouraged to Stay Up-to-Date with COVID-19 Immunizations On July 13, the provincial government announced that they will be expanding eligibility of COVID-19 second booster doses to all residents 18 years of age or older. Starting July 14, all residents 18 years of age or older may book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment for a […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Jul 11, 2022
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2022-07-08 Time: 4:00 PM Alert #068
BY Comms Team | PUBLISHED: Jul 11, 2022
Agenda Items Will Be Discussed in Closed Session Media and the community are advised that the next Board of Health meeting will take place in person on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. The items of this meeting will be discussed in a closed session. Therefore, public access will not be permitted. Any motions […]
