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28 September 2023 / Media Releases
Stay healthy this fall – get your flu and COVID-19 shots
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...
Read More 25 September 2023 / Media Releases
Stay healthy this respiratory illness season
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...
Read More 25 July 2023 / Media Releases
Sioux Narrows, you’re invited to celebrate NWHU’s 75th anniversary on July 27
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,...
Read More 5 July 2023 / Media Releases
Increased risk of pertussis
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...
Read More 28 June 2023 / Media Releases
Northwestern Health Unit releases 2022 Annual Report
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...
Read More 23 June 2023 / Media Releases
Smoke in the Air
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...
Read More 21 June 2023 / Media Releases
Extended Heat Warning for northwestern Ontario
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:...
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