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13 March 2025 / Media Releases
Risk of Measles Exposure – Toronto Pearson Airport
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is advising the public of a risk of exposure to measles at Pearson Airport in Toronto on March 2, 2025. Measles is a highly contagious airborne...
Read More 7 March 2025 / Media Releases
A new tool to help drivers slow down in school zones!
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU), Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), and the Town of Fort Frances work together to make school zone areas safer. Holly Chant – Health Promoter - NWHUCarly Miller ...
Read More 19 February 2025 / Media Releases
Increase in Respiratory Illness in the Region
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) reports a rise in respiratory illnesses, including influenza cases, hospitalizations, and institutional outbreaks in the region. To help prevent the spread of infections and reduce unnecessary...
Read More 11 February 2025 / Media Releases
Increased risk of disease for those who travel
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is reminding people to get immunized and be prepared before they travel. With spring break and an increase in travel coming up, there is a real...
Read More 30 January 2025 / Media Releases
Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre is seeing an increase in respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms
To avoid long wait times, we ask the public to keep the emergency department for emergencies only. Please do not ignore your symptoms or avoid emergency care when needed. ...
Read More 11 December 2024 / Media Releases
Are you ready for Winter?
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) would like to remind residents to be ready for cold temperatures this winter. One way to be prepared is to check the weather forecast before you...
Read More 24 October 2024 / Media Releases
Stay Healthy this Respiratory Illness Season
Northwestern Health Unit is reminding everyone to stay safe this respiratory illness season and to prevent unnecessary hospital visits by staying up to date on vaccinations. All eligible people are...
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