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COVID-19 Update - October 13, 2021

Case count

• As of Wednesday, October 13, Huron Perth has a cumulative total of 2,255 confirmed COVID-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic. There are currently 33 active cases.
  • Sadly, we are reporting one death due to COVID-19 complications, bringing the total in Huron Perth to 66. We extend our condolences to this community member’s loved ones.
  • More details on case counts can be found on our COVID-19 in Huron and Perth webpage.
• Even though cases are stabilizing in other parts of Ontario, the...

HPPH COVID-19 Update: Celebrating Thanksgiving; getting your vaccination receipt

Huron Perth, ON – As many people prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving this weekend, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) reminds residents to follow public health measures.  Social gatherings include factors that could increase the risk of COVID-19 transmission, especially where unvaccinated individuals attend.  These factors include prolonged close contact in indoor settings, and sharing meals where face coverings are removed in order to eat and drink.

“I thank everyone for doing their part over...

Proof of vaccination to soon be required for those over 12 to enter sport and recreation facilities

London, ON – Huron Perth Public Health, the Middlesex-London Health Unit and Southwestern Public Health announced additional proof of vaccination requirements today for recreational facilities used for organized sports. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will now be required for anyone over the age of 12 who enters an indoor area of a sports or recreational fitness facility to participate in, coach, officiate, or watch organized sport. The requirement will come into effect on October 31st.

The decision...

HPPH COVID-19 update: proof of vaccination, staying at home when ill

Huron Perth, ON – Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) thanks the public for their patience and understanding as businesses and organizations implement the provincial proof of vaccination requirement in certain indoor settings.

“Permitting only fully vaccinated individuals to enter these settings is another measure to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission and help businesses and facilities stay open,” says Dr. Miriam Klassen, Medical Officer of Health for Huron Perth.

As businesses and...

COVID-19 Update - September 22, 2021

Case count

• Our most recent published data shows that Huron Perth has a cumulative total of 2126 confirmed COVID-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic. There are currently 31 active cases.
  • There arefive Huron Perth residents in hospital due to COVID-19.
  • There have been 65 deaths due to COVID-19 (8 since early September).
  • More details on case counts can be found on our COVID-19 in Huron and Perth webpage.
• Virtually all new cases in Ontario are the Delta variant.  It is twice as transmissible as...