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Over the last ten months Northwestern Health Unit has worked with MNP Business Consulting on a management review project. The objective of the project was to do a deep dive into organizational needs at the management level. As the COVID-19 response decreased, other public health issues have arisen. Workloads have Read more…
On August 22, 2023, the Ministry of Health announced its intent to work with partners on a strategy to strengthen public health, with a key piece of the strategy being one-time funding, resources, and supports for local public health agencies (LPHAs) that voluntarily merge. Given the vast geographic area covered Read more…
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is seeing increasing rates of respiratory illness in the region. Increases in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations associated with COVID-19, respiratory outbreaks in congregate care settings, and reports of community respiratory illness all indicate that respiratory illness is prominent in our communities. Influenza A has also been confirmed Read more…
Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations will be available from many pharmacies and health care providers and at NWHU clinics around the region beginning in October. Based on Ministry guidelines, flu shots will be available in mid-October for those at highest risk of severe illness and complications. The general public will be Read more…
Northwestern Health Unit is reminding everyone to stay safe this respiratory illness season and prevent unnecessary visits to the hospital by preventing the spread of infections. The following measures can help to keep you and others healthy: All eligible people are encouraged to get their influenza and COVID-19 vaccines as Read more…
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and you’re invited! Residents of Sioux Narrows and surrounding areas are encouraged to stop by Northwestern Health Unit for refreshments, prizes, and social connection. Event information: The public is encouraged to stop by to meet local staff and help honour 75 Read more…
Manitoba Health has declared a pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak in the Southern Health region. This year, 154 cases of pertussis have been reported to Manitoba Health, mostly in children zero to nine years of age. Due to this ongoing activity in Manitoba and increased travel in the summer, there is Read more…
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has released their 2022 Annual Report. It highlights the progress made last year and has a theme of ‘moving forward’. The report shares stories and statistics about the organization’s activities. The report focuses on the resumption of NWHU’s services after pausing many during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more…
Due to forest fires in the region, some communities in northwestern Ontario may experience smoke in the air over the weekend. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECC) is forecasting moderate-high risk Air Quality Health Advisories. Breathing in smoky air can be harmful to health and may cause coughing, throat irritation, Read more…
Summer has arrived, bringing with it an extended heat warning for much of northwestern Ontario. Prolonged hot weather can be harmful to everyone’s health, but the risks are greatest for: Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) wants to make sure everyone stays safe during hot weather. It’s a good idea to check Read more…