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The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) wants to know how people feel about cannabis in the community. We are asking members of the public and the organizations we work with to fill out a short online survey on our website – www.nwhu.on.ca – or join t...
Posted September 21, 2017
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October is Healthy Workplace Month and the Northwestern Health Unit is inviting you to participate in our 5th Annual Workplace Wellness Challenge! Ninety workplaces across the region, including 750 employees, registered for the challenge last year...
Posted September 14, 2017
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The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) expects Provincial Bill 148: Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 will lead to significantly improved health outcomes for many of its residents.The Board of Health showed its support of the Bill by passing a r...
Posted September 07, 2017
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Smoke from forest fires have begun to arrive in Northwestern Ontario communities. The health unit reminds the public and individuals most at risk of harms – children, elderly, pregnant women, people with heart or lung conditions, or persons with a...
Posted August 30, 2017
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August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. The day aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma surrounding drug-related death. It also recognizes the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have experienced...
Posted August 24, 2017
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This year’s Hike It or Bike It Challenge hosted by the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) saw more than 600 people register to take part in the active transportation challenge. Hike It or Bike It encouraged people to park the car and walk, bike, r...
Posted July 06, 2017
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Summer is in full swing and the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is encouraging residents and visitors to get out from behind the screens and spend time getting active and exploring the great outdoors. Grab a friend, family member, or pet and try o...
Posted June 22, 2017
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The Northwestern Health Unit is encouraging individuals working in an outdoor setting or exploring the outdoors with friends, family or pets, to make small changes that can help to prevent tick bites.
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Posted May 18, 2017
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During the month of June, the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is challenging community members to park the car and walk, hike, bike, roll or stroll instead. Register to be a part of the 4th annual ‘Hike It or Bike It Challenge’ and track your walk...
Posted May 11, 2017
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The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is shining a light on beverage consumption with the release of the report Alcohol in Our Communities: A Report on Alcohol Use in Northwestern Ontario. The report takes a look at impacts and health harms of alcoh...
Posted March 24, 2017
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