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May 5-11, 2024, is Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada. This year’s provincial theme is, “Plan for every season.” Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) reminds residents that everyone has a part to play in preparing for emergencies.  

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is looking for a dog involved in an incident in Wingham on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at approximately 2 p.m.  The incident took place on the Wingham Community Trail, on the part of the trail by the North Huron Community Food Share building.

On Friday, April 26, 2024, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) issued 1557 suspension orders to elementary and secondary students whose immunization records are incomplete.

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) joins public health organizations across Canada in marking Canadian Public Health Week.

April is Oral Health Month in Canada. The Oral Health Team at Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is using the month to highlight “friendly” dental visits – a free service offered at HPPH dental clinics for children aged three years and under.

The Immunization team at Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is reminding parents to update their child’s immunization records. Nearly 2,900 records remain incomplete, down from the initial 5100.

Measles cases are increasing globally, including in Ontario. Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) strongly encourages residents to make sure they have protection against the measles virus and receive a vaccination if necessary.

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) has reviewed the immunization records of all students attending elementary or secondary school in Huron Perth.

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) has released a new report, The Real Cost of Eating in Huron and Perth

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is looking for a dog involved in a biting incident in Stratford.