Health Unit

June 3, 2015
It’s the Law: Smoke-free Outdoor Spaces

You can expect less second-hand smoke at local playgrounds, special events and publicly owned sports fields this summer thanks to the Smoke Free Ontario Act.

May 29, 2015
Free outdoor movie night in Wingham June 12

Families are invited to a free outdoor movie night at the Wingham Splash Pad, Friday June 12, 2015.

May 27, 2015
Health Unit: Check and Protect Against Skin Cancer

The first week of June is Sun Awareness Week. With summer around the corner, the Health Unit reminds residents to be safe in the sun.

May 22, 2015
Free Outdoor Movie Night Coming to Goderich

A tobacco-free family event, including a free outdoor movie, takes place at Lions Harbour Park June 5.

Help Prevent Rabies: Vaccinate Your Pets

The Huron County Health Unit encourages residents to help prevent rabies.

May 14, 2015
Message bikes to promote cycling safety

Head injuries are the number one cause of serious injury and death to kids on bicycles, but the right helmet can make a dramatic difference.

May 12, 2015
Health Unit reminds residents to check for ticks

As part of Lyme Disease Awareness Month, the Huron County Health Unit reminds residents to check for ticks after being outdoors in grassy areas

April 28, 2015
Health Unit issuing student suspension notices

About 300 to 400 students in Huron County could be suspended from school due to incomplete immunization records.

April 7, 2015
Huron Employers to Learn about Workplace Wellness

The Huron County Health Unit is inviting workplaces across the county to learn more about workplace wellness.

March 27, 2015
Let’s Focus on Safe Food this April

This April includes both Easter celebrations and World Health Day awareness around food safety. The Huron County Health Unit encourages residents to focus on safe food handling practices as they prepare holiday Easter meals.