COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccination Update

Huron Perth Public Health will not be holding COVID-19 or influenza clinics this fall for the general public. To receive the COVID-19 or influenza vaccine, contact your local pharmacy or healthcare provider.
Influenza vaccine will be arriving at pharmacies and to primary care providers in early October, at which time, individuals identified as high risk will be eligible to receive the influenza vaccine.

The general population can expect to receive influenza and COVID-19 vaccines late October.  

In November, HPPH will be holding COVID-19 clinics for children (11 years and younger). Appointments will be required and can be made online starting mid-October at www.ontario.ca/book-vaccine.

Hazards

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) doesn't provide tracking, testing or treatment for all of the following environmental hazards. However, we do receive regular calls from the community on the following risks. Links in each description will give you more information. 

Bedbugs are small insects (about the size of an apple seed) with oval-shaped bodies and no wings. They usually come out and bite at night. It is possible for anyone, anywhere to experience a bedbug infestation, but bedbugs can be prevented and controlled. Although bedbugs do not affect physical health, having bedbugs can be a source of stress and impact mental health and wellness.

What do I do if I have bedbugs? 

If you suspect you have bedbugs, you can bring in a specimen to HPPH for identification. You can also: 

  • Contact a pest control company about extermination 
  • Contact your landlord if you are in a rental unit about controlling bedbugs 

Public Health Inspectors do not make on-site visits regarding bedbugs. Read more on how to get rid of bedbugs.

Lead is a naturally occurring metal found in rocks and soil. Historically, it has been used for a variety of purposes, including as an additive in paint and gasoline, and solder for water pipes. Lead exposures in people are much lower than in the past. However, lead can be harmful to people of all ages. 

Find out how to reduce your exposure to lead and learn more about lead and drinking water. 

Contact Us

Huron Perth Public Health

Huron Office
77722B London Road, RR #5, Clinton, ON
N0M 1L0

Perth Office
653 West Gore St., Stratford ON N5A 1L4
Toll-free 1-888-221-2133
askhpph@hpph.ca

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