Wingham Free PressNOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF THE EAST LINTON WATER SYSTEM THE BOIL WATER NOTICE ISSUED ON 8 August, 2015 IS HEREBY LIFTED AS BACTERIOLOGICAL SAMPLES INDICATE THAT THE SYSTEM WAS NOT IMPACTED. We thank you again for your co-operation with this matter and apologize for the inconvenience. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact […]
Water Samples taken at Kelso Beach show results within acceptable levels according to Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards. Read More
Beach water sampling from Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Port Elgin Main Beach and Gobles Grove shows levels exceeding Ministry of Health and Long-term Care standards for acceptable bacterial levels. As a result, these areas will be posted and remain posted until samples indicate that water is safe for bathing.
This is the first summer with the new rules under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act banning smoking on restaurant patios, within 20 meters of municipal-owned sports fields including spectator areas and within 20 meters of all playgrounds. The law helps protect children and youth from exposure to second-hand smoke and assists to stop youth from starting […]
Due to adverse lab results, a boil water notice has been issued to East Linton Residents. Please use the following precautions: Boil your water at rolling boil for at least FIVE MINUTES before using it to: Drink Gargle, brush your teeth or rinse dentures Wash fruits, vegetables or other food Make ice, juices, puddings or […]
Beach water sampling from Tuesday, August 4, at Kelso Beach shows levels exceeding Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards for acceptable bacterial levels. As a result, this area will be posted and remain posted until samples indicate that water is safe for bathing. The Medical Officer of Health advises bathers that high levels of […]
The Grey Bruce Health Unit is working with Huron County to address a local pertussis outbreak. There are 39 cases in southern Bruce County, mainly in an under-immunized population. Huron County Health Unit reports significant pertussis activity in the north end of Huron County. Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a serious bacterial infection of […]
The Grey Bruce Health Unit encourages breastfeeding as a normal and important component of healthy infant growth and development. Creating a welcoming environment for breastfeeding helps remove barriers, and supports a families’ decision to breastfeed. Businesses that support breastfeeding are a vital part of a healthy community. Supporting breastfeeding families means they are welcome to […]
Gonorrhea is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Canada with rates on the rise. Locally, Grey Bruce has seen a more than 300% increase, from six cases in 2013 to 25 in 2014 and a similar pattern developing for 2015. With early diagnosis, it can be treated successfully. The Grey Bruce […]
The Grey Bruce Health Unit will host an addiction treatment rapid access clinic in Owen Sound as part of a new integrated approach to addiction services in Grey Bruce. Opening this fall, the clinic will see patients within seven days of discharge from an Emergency Department. The clinic physician will provide ongoing support including counselling, […]