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Jun 02, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA –The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Immunization Clinic at 29 Sperling Dr. in Barrie, continues to offer COVID-19 vaccines and routine immunizations to eligible individuals.
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Jun 01, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Summer is almost here and as outdoor temperatures rise it can be difficult to stay cool. During periods of extreme heat, everyone is at risk of heat-related illness.
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May 30, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – June is Ontario Bike Month and Simcoe Muskoka residents are encouraged to join the celebration by including cycling in their daily routines, practising bicycle safety skills, and participating in locally planned events.
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May 18, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Enjoying and being active in natural environments such as parks and woodlands is associated with better health and well-being. These places can also be home to blacklegged ticks that carry Lyme disease, a serious but preventable illness.
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Apr 26, 2023
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Apr 24, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Immunization is one of the easiest ways you can protect your health; however, due to the disruptions caused by the pandemic, many adults across our region need to catch up on routine immunizations.
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Apr 11, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA - April marks Oral Health Month and this year’s theme is Oral Health for Total Health, which highlights the essential role oral health plays in everyone’s overall health, self-esteem and well-being.
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Apr 05, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of Monday, April 3, operation of the COVID-19 Immunization Clinic at 29 Sperling Dr. in Barrie has transferred to the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) from the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH).
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Mar 06, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) reminds parents and caregivers that maintaining you child’s COVID-19 immunizations by getting the bivalent booster they are eligible for is the best way to protect them and to prevent them from passing the virus to grandparents or others who can get seriously ill.
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Feb 23, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – On Feb. 23, in recognition of National Kids and Vaccine Day, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reminding families of the vital role that routine immunizations play in protecting children and youth from vaccine preventable diseases.
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Feb 21, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As the cost of living continues to rise at an unprecedented rate, results of the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s (SMDHU) 2022 Nutritious Food Basket (NFB) survey show that more residents are finding it difficult to put basic healthy food on the table and for some, it is nearly impossible.
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Feb 06, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit continues to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Feb. 6 to 13.
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Feb 02, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — An extreme cold warning has been issued by Environment Canada for Simcoe and Muskoka for Feb. 2 to 4.
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Jan 31, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – To help students get caught up on the routine and required immunizations that were missed during the pandemic, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is partnering with local school boards to offer school-based immunization clinics at Simcoe Muskoka secondary schools during February and March.
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Jan 30, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit continues to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Jan. 30 to Feb. 6.
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Jan 26, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is launching an eight-week Tobacco and Vapour Product Retailer education and enforcement campaign next week.
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Jan 23, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit continues to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Jan. 25 to 30.
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Jan 17, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Physical activity keeps the body strong and healthy and can improve mental health.
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Jan 16, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit continues to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Jan. 16 to 22.
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Jan 09, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit continues to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Jan. 9 to 16.
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Jan 03, 2023
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit continues to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Jan.3 to 9.
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Dec 28, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka
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Dec 22, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of Monday, Jan. 9, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s (SMDHU) COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Georgian Mall in Barrie will relocate and operate at 29 Sperling Dr.
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Dec 20, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – During the pandemic, many high school students were unable to receive their routine and required immunizations.
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Dec 19, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Dec. 19 to 28.
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Dec 15, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has lifted the advisories where blue-green algae blooms were detected earlier this year for the following waterways in Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka.
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Dec 12, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Dec. 12 to 19.
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Dec 09, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of Thursday, December 8, 2022, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has moved the region’s current overall COVID-19 Community Risk Level from moderate to high as the virus continues to circulate within the community.
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Dec 05, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The holiday season has officially begun but it doesn’t have to be a vacation from maintaining your health and well-being.
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Nov 28, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Nov. 28 to Dec. 4.
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Nov 22, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – November is Fall Prevention Month, and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reminding the public that the risk for falling can increase with age and declining health, but steps can be taken to prevent falls.
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Nov 21, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Nov. 21 to 28.
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Nov 16, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – With the cooler weather upon us, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health (SMDHU) is seeing higher and earlier than normal rates of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza in our communities, in addition to the ongoing spread of COVID-19 infection.
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Nov 14, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Nov. 14 to 21.
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Nov 10, 2022
DISTRICT OF MUSKOKA - Residents and visitors to Middle Muldrew Lake in the Town of Gravenhurst are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Nov 10, 2022
SIMCOE COUNTY - Residents and visitors to Smith’s Bay in the City of Orillia are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Nov 08, 2022
For immediate release (Nov. 8, 2022) – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s (SMDHU) investigation announced on Oct. 7 into a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Orillia is now concluded and the outbreak is declared over.
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Nov 07, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Nov. 7 to 14
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Nov 01, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Flu season has arrived, and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is strongly urging residents to get the influenza vaccine to best protect themselves, their families, the community, and the health care system this fall and winter.
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Oct 31, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Oct. 31 to Nov. 7.
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Oct 28, 2022
TOWNSHIP OF MUSKOKA LAKE - Residents and visitors to the Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the northwest shoreline of Leonard Lake.
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Oct 24, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Oct 24 to Oct. 31.
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Oct 21, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of Thursday, October 20, 2022, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has moved the region’s current overall COVID-19 Community Risk Level from moderate to high as the virus continues to circulate within the community.
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Oct 19, 2022
SIMCOE COUNTY – The annual series of low-cost rabies clinics continues across Simcoe County until Oct. 29. The clinics provide an affordable way to get rabies shots for dogs and cats over three months old.
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Oct 17, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Oct 17 to Oct. 24.
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Oct 13, 2022
Town of Huntsville- Residents and visitors to Mary Lake, Town of Huntsville are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the northwest shoreline of Mary Lake.
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Oct 11, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Oct 11 to Oct. 17.
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Oct 07, 2022
ORILLIA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is currently investigating a cluster of Legionnaires’ disease cases in the Orillia area. Nineteen cases of Legionnaires’ disease have been confirmed in individuals who reside in or have visited the City of Orillia in recent weeks.
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Oct 05, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – This week marks National Breastfeeding Week in Canada, an annual celebration observed from Oct. 1 to 7 with an aim to raise awareness and celebrate the key role breastfeeding plays in the healthy growth and development of infants and young children.
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Oct 03, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Oct 3 to Oct. 11.
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Sep 26, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Sept. 26 to Oct. 2.
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Sep 23, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has developed a new way to communicate the current level of risk of COVID-19 in our communities and how individuals can best protect themselves and others from transmission and severe illness due to COVID-19.
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Sep 21, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Low-cost rabies clinics, an affordable way to get rabies shots for dogs and cats over three months old, are available again this year in Simcoe County.
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Sep 20, 2022
Township of Muskoka Lakes - Residents and visitors to Bass Lake, MacTier, Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Sep 20, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Sept. 20 to 26 at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka.
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Sep 14, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Beginning September 2022, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) in partnership with local school boards, will resume offering school-based clinics for routine immunizations for Hepatitis B, Meningococcal Conjugate (Men-C-ACYW) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV-9).
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Sep 13, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is now offering the bivalent COVID-19 booster to priority groups who are at greatest risk of hospitalization, severe illness or death from COVID-19 infection, including people aged 70 years and older and long-term care residents.
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Sep 09, 2022
Town of Penetanguishene - Residents and visitors to Penetang Harbour, Town of Penetanguishene are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the west shoreline in the area of Military Road and Champlain Road.
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Sep 06, 2022
Township of Severn - Residents and visitors to Lake St George, Township of Severn are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Sep 06, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Sept.6 to Sept. 11.
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Sep 02, 2022
Township of Muskoka Lakes - Residents and visitors to Three Mile Lake, Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting all of Three Mile Lake and Hammell’s Bay, Township of Muskoka Lakes.
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Sep 02, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of Wednesday, Sept.7 the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s (SMDHU) COVID-19 vaccination clinic located at Georgian Mall, 509 Bayfield St. (lower level) in Barrie, will begin operating from a new location on the upper level of the mall, close to the Hudson’s Bay department store.
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Aug 29, 2022
TOWNSHIP OF MUSKOKA LAKES - Residents and visitors to Three Mile Lake, Utterson, Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting two areas of the lake near Carlo Enterprise Road and Cowan Park Road.
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Aug 29, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Aug. 29 to Sept. 4.
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Aug 26, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has received information that a dead bird found in Bradford West Gwillimbury has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNv).
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Aug 25, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of Sept. 6, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s (SMDHU) clinic office at 403-80 Bradford St. in Barrie will be temporarily closed for maintenance and renovations until early 2023.
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Aug 22, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Aug. 23 to 28.
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Aug 16, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka Opioid Strategy (SMOS) Steering Committee has released a final report reflecting the results of a multi-year, region-wide action plan aimed at addressing the opioid crisis impacting the communities of Simcoe and Muskoka.
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Aug 15, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Aug. 15 to 21.
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Aug 12, 2022
TOWNSHIP OF RAMARA - Residents and visitors to Lake St. John in the Township of Ramara are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the southwest shoreline of Lake St. John.
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Aug 08, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Aug. 8 to 14.
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Aug 08, 2022
SIMCOE COUNTY– The heat warning issued on Aug. 5 by Environment Canada is extended through today for some communities in our region Presently these areas include Innisfil, New Tecumseth and Angus.
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Aug 04, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Due to unexpected circumstances, the Huntsville office at 34 Chaffey Street, will temporarily close to the public and staff on Friday, Aug. 5.
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Aug 02, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from Aug. 3 to 7.
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Jul 27, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of July 28, parents and caregivers can book appointments for their children aged six months to under five years to receive their paediatric COVID-19 vaccine by using the COVID-19 vaccination portal, by calling the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900, or by visiting participating pharmacies in Simcoe and Muskoka.
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Jul 25, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from July 25 to Aug. 1.
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Jul 18, 2022
SIMCOE COUNTY– An extreme heat warning has been issued for some communities in our region for Tuesday, July 19 through to Wednesday, July 20.
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Jul 18, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from July 18 to July 23.
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Jul 14, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of today, eligibility for a second COVID-19 booster dose has expanded to include anyone aged 18 to 59 years who has received their first booster dose five months (140 days) or a minimum of three months (84 days) ago.
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Jul 12, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reporting an increase in the rate of COVID-19 transmission and the beginning of a seventh wave in Simcoe Muskoka as demonstrated by rising case counts, active outbreaks, hospitalizations and deaths, and through wastewater signals in some communities.
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Jul 11, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from July 11 to July 17.
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Jul 05, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – On July 5, in recognition of National Injury Prevention Day, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is highlighting the importance of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety and reminding residents that riding safely and responsibly can help prevent serious injury and death.
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Jul 04, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from July 4 to July 9.
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Jun 30, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – With summer finally here the beaches of Simcoe and Muskoka are great places to relax, cool down and enjoy family time.
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Jun 29, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has confirmed a case of monkeypox in a person from the region.
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Jun 27, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from June 27 to July 3.
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Jun 22, 2022
SIMCOE – The Boil Water Advisory issued for the Town of Cookstown on June 20, 2022 has been lifted by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU).
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Jun 21, 2022
INNISFIL – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has issued a boil water advisory (BWA) for the Town of Cookstown following a recent water main break.
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Jun 21, 2022
SIMCOE COUNTY– An extreme heat warning has been issued for some communities in our region for Tuesday, June 21 through to Wednesday, June 22.
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Jun 20, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA –The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) was recently presented with a handcrafted quilt to recognize the efforts of the staff and volunteers who worked tirelessly to make the community vaccination clinics a success.
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Jun 20, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from June 20 to June 25.
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Jun 13, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – On June 16, Dr. Colin Lee, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s associate medical officer of health, will participate in a panel discussion, Antivirals: The New Wonder Drugs.
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Jun 13, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from June 13 to June 18.
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Jun 07, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA - With spring in full swing and summer on the horizon, this season’s warmer and longer days make it the perfect time of year for outdoor activities.
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Jun 06, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is now offering Grade 8 immunization catch-up clinics and will soon resume its routine publicly-funded child, youth and adult immunization services.
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Jun 06, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from June 6 to June 11.
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May 31, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA - Every year on May 31, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) recognizes World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) and the efforts made by many organizations to reduce commercial tobacco use and its devastating harms.
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May 30, 2022
SIMCOE COUNTY– An extreme heat warning has been issued for some communities in our region for May 30 to 31.
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May 30, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA –The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is now offering COVID-19 vaccinations by appointment only at its office immunization clinic locations in Barrie, Midland, Orillia, Cookstown, Collingwood, Huntsville and Gravenhurst.
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May 27, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA - Due to supply issues in the United States, the availability of some hypoallergenic infant formulas in Canada is currently limited.
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May 24, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from May 24 to 29.
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May 16, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from May 16 to 22.
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May 16, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – BANAC and Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team in partnership with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is offering three Indigenous Community COVID-19 vaccination clinics.
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May 09, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from May 9 to 15.
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May 05, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Natural disasters, technological emergencies and human-caused hazards may be beyond our control, but there are ways to reduce the risk and the impact of whatever emergency we might face.
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May 04, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Sex and sexuality are important aspects of health and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) reminds the public that it is essential to protect yourself against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and get tested if you are sexually active or think you may have one.
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May 02, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from May 2 to 8.
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Apr 25, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from April 25 to May 1.
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Apr 19, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from April 19 to 24.
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Apr 12, 2022
Simcoe Muskoka - Following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions and mask mandates and the arrival of a sixth wave driven by the more transmissible COVID-19 Omicron BA.2 variant, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is seeing a steady increase of COVID-19 in our area as demonstrated by rising case counts, outbreaks, hospitalizations, and through wastewater analysis.
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Apr 11, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place from April 11 to 17.
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Apr 07, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of April 7, fourth dose COVID-19 vaccine eligibility has been expanded to include individuals 60 years and older as well as Indigenous residents and their non-Indigenous household members aged 18 and over.
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Apr 04, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to offer one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka, with upcoming clinics taking place on April 5 and 7.
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Mar 31, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Due to a decrease in demand for COVID-19 vaccinations and a renewed focus on routine public immunizations including Grade 7 vaccine catch-up program, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reducing its COVID-19 community-based vaccination clinics.
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Mar 30, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Beginning April 2022, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) in partnership with local school boards, is offering school-based catch-up clinics for routine immunizations for Hepatitis B, Meningococcal Conjugate (Men-C-ACYW) and Human Papillomavirus (HPV-9).
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Mar 24, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Each year, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) commemorates World Tuberculosis (TB) on March 24, to raise awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of TB.
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Mar 23, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – In response to the province’s recent lifting of restrictions and the mandatory mask requirements for most indoor settings as of March 21, Simcoe Muskoka’s Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Dr. Charles Gardner has released a special statement to those who live, work and visit Simcoe Muskoka, urging residents to continue practicing basic public health preventive measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19.
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Mar 21, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is offering one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka from March 21 to 27.
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Mar 16, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Effective Saturday, March 19, 2022, all public health COVID-19 vaccination community clinics will offer appointments by walk-in only and will operate from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. throughout the week and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on weekends as scheduled.
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Mar 14, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is offering one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka from March 15 to 20.
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Mar 10, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As the province announced yesterday that mandatory mask requirements will lift in most settings on March 21, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) urges residents to continue practicing basic public health preventive measures to protect and reduce transmission of COVID-19.
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Mar 07, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is offering one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout Simcoe Muskoka from March 7 to 10.
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Mar 02, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As public health and workplace safety measures continue to ease across the province, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health (SMDHU) urges residents to continue practicing basic public health preventive measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19.
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Feb 28, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is pleased to announce that it is once again operating one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout the community from March 1 to 5.
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Feb 28, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Due to an organized protest against public health measures expected to take place at the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s 15 Sperling Drive, Barrie office today (Monday, February 28), this office will be closed to the public for the remainder of the day.
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Feb 23, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is pleased to announce that it is once again operating one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at locations throughout the community from Feb. 24 to 28.
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Feb 18, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The health unit strongly recommends that all individuals eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, particularly a booster dose, book an appointment or attend a walk-in clinic as soon as they can to help reduce their risk for severe illness and chance of requiring hospitalization if they become infected with COVID-19.
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Feb 16, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As capacity and gathering restrictions in Simcoe Muskoka and the rest of the province are set to ease on Feb. 17 in keeping with the Government of Ontario’s reopening plan, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) reminds residents of the importance of continuing to follow public health preventive measures.
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Feb 11, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Local GO-VAXX mobile COVID-19 vaccination clinics are once again accepting walk-ins for first, second, third and booster doses for adults and youth ages 12 and up, as well as the paediatric Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged five to 11.
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Feb 10, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – COVID-19 booster dose eligibility has expanded to include youth aged 12 to 17 years of age with medical conditions that put them at high risk of severe illness, such as cancer, kidney disease and diabetes, amongst others.
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Feb 04, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Appointments for first, second or booster doses of COVID-19 vaccine are widely available at health unit community clinics this weekend and into next week.
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Feb 04, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — An extreme cold warning has been issued by Environment Canada for Simcoe and Muskoka for tonight through to Saturday morning with wind chill values near -30°C in Simcoe and -35°C in Muskoka.
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Jan 31, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – School-based vaccine clinics are being offered this week by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) in partnership with local school boards
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Jan 28, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — An extreme cold warning has been issued by Environment Canada for Simcoe and Muskoka for tonight through to Saturday morning with wind chill values between -30°C and -35°C in Simcoe and near -35°C in Muskoka.
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Jan 28, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — Environment Canada has forecasted extreme cold conditions for Environment Canada has forecasted extreme cold conditions for Muskoka with temperatures ranging from -22°C to -28°C and wind chill values near -35°C for tonight into tomorrow morning.
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Jan 27, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA –The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) strongly recommends that anyone eligible for a COVID-19 booster get theirs as soon as possible.
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Jan 26, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Under the direction of the Ministry of Health and in collaboration with local school boards, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) will be offering COVID-19 vaccination clinics for children in select elementary school locations beginning the week of January 31.
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Jan 25, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — Environment Canada has forecasted extreme cold conditions for Simcoe and Muskoka with wind chills ranging from -28°C to -40°C for tonight through to Wednesday morning.
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Jan 19, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — Environment Canada has forecasted extreme cold conditions for Simcoe and Muskoka with wind chills ranging from -30°C to -40°C for tonight through to Friday morning.
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Jan 18, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – First and second paediatric COVID-19 vaccine doses for children aged five to 11 years are now available by walk-in at health unit community vaccination clinics in Simcoe and Muskoka.
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Jan 17, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – For the safety of our staff and clients, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is closing its COVID-19 community vaccine clinics for Monday, January 17, due to poor weather conditions.
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Jan 14, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — Environment Canada has forecasted extreme cold conditions for Simcoe and Muskoka with wind chills ranging from -30°C to -40°C for tonight and tomorrow morning.
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Jan 12, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly in our region, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is strongly recommending booster shots to anyone aged 18 years and older who received their second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine a least three months (84 days) ago.
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Jan 10, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — Environment Canada has forecasted extreme cold conditions for Simcoe and Muskoka with temperatures ranging from -25°C to -32°C and wind chill values near -35°C for tonight and tomorrow morning.
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Jan 07, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — Environment Canada has forecasted extreme cold conditions for Muskoka, as wind chill values near -35° C are expected tonight and early Saturday morning.
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Jan 07, 2022
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – With the continued spread of COVID-19 and the Omicron variant in the community, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) strongly encourages individuals who are pregnant and who had their second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine a least three months (84 days) ago to get their booster shot as soon as possible to help limit their risk for severe illness if infected with COVID-19.
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Dec 31, 2021
To further expand COVID-19 booster dose coverage rates and make vaccination more accessible for local high-risk priority groups, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is offering additional COVID-19 booster clinics specifically for Simcoe Muskoka residents.
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Dec 22, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA –The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) wants this festive season to be healthy and safe for everyone celebrating during the coming days.
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Dec 20, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of this morning, individuals aged 18 years and older and who had their second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine a least three months (84 days) ago are now able to book an appointment for their booster shot at a Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) community clinic...
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Dec 17, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As the highly transmissible Omicron variant takes hold as the dominant strain in Ontario, and as transmission rates and cases of COVID-19 continue to rise locally, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) commends the province for making the difficult decision to implement further restrictions to help avoid the anticipated surge of COVID-19 transmission and its potentially severe health outcomes.
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Dec 17, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Following the province’s announcement to rapidly expand booster eligibility to all individuals 18 and older and to decrease the wait time between second and third doses from six to three months
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Dec 15, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As the highly transmissible Omicron variant takes hold in Ontario with modeling projections showing an alarming spread in the population, and as Simcoe Muskoka continues to see high rates of COVID-19, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is taking further action to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to protect the health of all residents and our limited health care resources.
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Dec 13, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As of today, individuals aged 50 years and older who received their second dose of COVID-19 vaccine at least 6 months ago, are now eligible to receive a booster shot.
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Dec 08, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is investigating a household cluster in Simcoe County with seven confirmed COVID-19 cases that have a strong probability of being the Omicron variant of concern.
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Dec 07, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is pleased to announce that its community clinics are once again providing appointments to those eligible for third or booster dose COVID-19 vaccinations.
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Dec 06, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is hosting a virtual live Q & A for parents and caregivers on COVID-19 vaccinations for children aged five to 11 years on Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
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Dec 03, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – In response to increasing community transmission of COVID-19, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health (MOH) sent an open letter today to businesses, organizations and residents within the County of Simcoe, the District of Muskoka and the Cities of Orillia and Barrie.
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Nov 30, 2021
GRAVENHURST – The Boil Water Advisory issued for the Town of Gravenhurst on November 27, 2021, has been lifted by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU). Laboratory test results have confirmed that the water is free from contamination and is safe to drink.
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Nov 27, 2021
DISTRICT OF MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has rescinded its Do Not Use order and issued a Boil Water Advisory (BWA) for the Town of Gravenhurst due to risk of contamination of the drinking water from a loss of pressure in the drinking water system.
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Nov 27, 2021
DISTRICT OF MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has issued a Do Not Use water order for the Town of Gravenhurst’s drinking water system due to a potential chemical contamination.
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Nov 24, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – In response to the rapidly rising COVID-19 cases amongst children and youth and to minimize infection rates in school settings, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has revised the class order for self-isolation, under the Health Protection and Promotion Act
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Nov 23, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Parents and guardians can now book an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination for their child(ren) aged five to 11 years through the COVID-19 vaccination portal or by calling the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900.
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Nov 23, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Due to increasing community transmission of COVID-19 in Simcoe Muskoka, the Medical Officer of Health (MOH) is revising the Letter of Instruction (LOI) to owners, operators, and persons responsible for indoor recreational sports and fitness activities and the LOI to businesses and organizations in the County of Simcoe, the District of Muskoka and the Cities of Orillia and Barrie. The revised letters come into effect 12:01 a.m. November 25 and 26, 2021 respectively.
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Nov 19, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine has now been approved for use in children aged 5 to 11 years by Health Canada.
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Nov 18, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The health unit is accepting applications for volunteer support in the COVID-19 vaccination clinics located in Bradford, Alliston, Collingwood, Stayner, Wasaga Beach, Barrie, Orillia, and Gravenhurst.
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Nov 15, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from Nov. 15 - 21.
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Nov 12, 2021
TOWNSHIP OF MUSKOKA LAKES - Residents and visitors to the north shore of Bass Lake, Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Nov 10, 2021
TOWN OF HUNTSVILLE - Residents and visitors to the north-west corner of Fawn Lake in the Town of Huntsville are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Nov 10, 2021
TOWN OF HUNTSVILLE - Residents and visitors to Menominee Lake (North Menominee Lake Road Area) are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Nov 10, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Over the past three weeks, the number of COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka has increased weekly with 247 new cases reported by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) for the week of Oct. 31, an increase that is nearly double the 127 cases reported for the week of Oct. 24.
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Nov 09, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Following the provincial announcement to expand eligibility for booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, eligible individuals can now start to book their appointment at a community clinic in Simcoe Muskoka.
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Nov 08, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day, pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from Nov. 10 - 14.
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Nov 05, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – With the arrival of flu season, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) urges residents to get vaccinated to protect themselves and their families against getting and spreading the flu, and to ease the burden on the healthcare system during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Nov 02, 2021
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from November 2 - 7.
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Nov 01, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Due to continuing COVID-19 demands, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is placing publicly-funded child and adult routine immunization services at each of its seven local health unit offices across the region on hold.
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Oct 29, 2021
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) wants this Halloween to be fun and safe for everyone celebrating this weekend. Following public health safety measures will help ensure that you and your loved ones enjoy treats and no tricks this Halloween.
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Oct 25, 2021
Simcoe Muskoka - Residents and visitors to Mary Lake (Port Sydney beach area), Town of Huntsville are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Oct 22, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from Oct. 22-28.
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Oct 18, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from Oct. 18 - 24.
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Oct 15, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from Oct. 15 - 17
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Oct 14, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) continues to prioritize the health and wellbeing of all residents and visitors to Simcoe Muskoka. Due to the ongoing circulation of COVID-19, with most cases caused by the highly contagious Delta variant, SMDHU is issuing a letter of instruction to owners, operators and persons responsible for any indoor facilities used for sports and recreational fitness activities in the County of Simcoe, the District of Muskoka and the Cities of Orillia and Barrie.
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Oct 12, 2021
Barrie – The Canadian Mental Health Association - Simcoe County Branch (CMHA SCB), in partnership with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU), has submitted formal applications to Health Canada for exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), and to the provincial government for funding approval, for the proposed Consumption and Treatment Services site at 11 Innisfil St. (80 Bradford St., unit 940) in Barrie.
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Oct 12, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from Oct. 12 - 17.
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Oct 08, 2021
Town of Gravenhurst - Residents and visitors to Kahshe Lake in the Town of Gravenhurst are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the lake.
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Oct 06, 2021
TOWNSHIP OF MUSKOKA LAKES - Residents and visitors to the south shoreline of Three Mile Lake, Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom.
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Oct 04, 2021
SIMCOE COUNTY – The annual series of low-cost rabies clinics are now open across Simcoe County.
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Oct 04, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from Oct. 4 - 10.
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Sep 29, 2021
SIMCOE – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from September 30 – October 2.
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Sep 28, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) will again be conducting education and compliance visits to a variety of different businesses across Simcoe Muskoka from October 4 – 6, 2021.
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Sep 24, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) reminds the public that the Government of Ontario requires people 12 years and older to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination (or vaccination receipt) along with proof of identity to access certain indoor, non-essential businesses and settings.
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Sep 24, 2021
SIMCOE – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community from September 25 – 28.
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Sep 21, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is beginning a phased reopening of routine publicly-funded child and adult immunization services that were paused in March 2020, due to the increased demands of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Sep 20, 2021
SIMCOE COUNTY – The annual series of low-cost rabies clinics will be starting next week across Simcoe County.
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Sep 13, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding many one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community during the week of September 13 - 19.
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Sep 08, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is hosting a virtual live Q & A for parents and students on COVID-19 vaccinations tonight from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Presented by Dr. Colin Lee, SMDHU Associate Medical Officer of Health and Dr. Sarah Barker, Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Pediatrician.
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Sep 07, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding many one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community during the week of September 7 - 12.
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Sep 03, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) was notified of one confirmed case of COVID-19 in a staff member, who worked at a Wild Wing located at 490 Mapleview Drive in Barrie from 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. on both Thursday, Aug. 19 and Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021. The restaurant is working closely with the health unit to identify potential high-risk contacts.
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Sep 01, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Simcoe Muskoka and the province have entered a fourth wave of COVID-19, with most cases caused by the contagious Delta variant.
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Aug 31, 2021
MUSKOKA - Residents and visitors to Leonard Lake in the Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the south end of the Lake.
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Aug 31, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Under the direction of the Ministry of Health, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is offering COVID-19 vaccination clinics in some secondary school locations to protect all students born in 2009 or before and their families, school staff and people in the local community.
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Aug 30, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding many one-day pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the community during the week of Aug. 30-Sept. 5.
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Aug 27, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is informing residents that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a food recall warning for various kale salad kit products from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
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Aug 26, 2021
SIMCOE COUNTY– The extreme heat warning that was issued earlier this week for some communities in our region has been extended to Aug. 26.
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Aug 24, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the week of Aug. 23-29 and individuals looking to receive their first or second dose may attend a clinic on a walk-in basis or book an appointment.
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Aug 24, 2021
SIMCOE COUNTY– An extreme heat warning has been issued for some communities in our region for Aug. 24 to 25.
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Aug 23, 2021
SIMCOE COUNTY– An extreme heat warning has been issued for some communities in our region for Aug. 23, a reminder that people should be careful of their health and look for ways to avoid overheating, says the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.
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Aug 20, 2021
Township of Muskoka Lakes - Residents and visitors to Three Mile Lake, Utterson in the Township of Muskoka Lakes are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the north end of Hammell’s Bay.
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Aug 18, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit will hold one-day only pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at the following seven locations in Simcoe Muskoka between August 19 - 21.
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Aug 18, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The number of hospital emergency department visits for suspected opioid overdoses have increased in Simcoe County over the past several weeks and have generally remained higher than the visits in the first half of 2021.
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Aug 16, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is holding COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the week of August 16 to 22 and individuals looking to receive their first or second dose may attend the clinic on a walk-in basis or book an appointment.
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Aug 13, 2021
TOWNSHIP OF RAMARA - Residents and visitors to Lake St. John, Township of Ramara are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the northeast end of Lake St. John.
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Aug 13, 2021
TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS - Residents and visitors to Paint Lake in Township of Lake of Bays are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the northwest end of Paint Lake (Bay near HWY 117 and Speers Road area).
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Aug 12, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit will hold one-day only pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinics at the following six locations in Muskoka between August 14-21.
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Aug 10, 2021
SIMCOE COUNTY – An extreme heat warning has been issued for some communities in our region from August 11 to 13, a reminder that people should be careful of their health and look for ways to avoid overheating, says the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.
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Aug 09, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is holding COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the week of Aug. 9 to 15 and individuals looking to receive their first or second dose may attend the clinic on a walk-in basis or book an appointment.
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Aug 05, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As Simcoe Muskoka, along with the rest of the province remains in Step 3 of Ontario’s three-tiered Roadmap to Reopen, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reminding residents that it will only be possible to exit Step 3 and lift a majority of COVID-19 restrictions once provincial vaccination coverage targets are met.
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Aug 04, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is informing residents that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a food recall warning for various frozen mango products from the marketplace due to possible Hepatitis A contamination.
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Aug 03, 2021
SIMCOE COUNTY – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit will hold a walk-in, pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic on August 7 at the Alliston Open Air Market.
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Aug 03, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is holding walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the week of Aug. 3 to 8.
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Jul 30, 2021
Georgian Bay Township - Residents and visitors to Stewart Lake, Township of Georgian Bay are being cautioned about a confirmed blue-green algae bloom impacting the Southeast end of Stewart Lake (Buckeye Road area).
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Jul 29, 2021
GEORGIAN BAY TOWNSHIP - Residents and visitors to Little Lake, Township of Georgian Bay are being cautioned about the presence of blue-green algae impacting the southwest and southeast shoreline of Little Lake (Bonneville Road and Port Severn Road area).
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Jul 29, 2021
TOWNSHIP OF TAY - Residents and visitors to Georgian Bay, Township of Tay are being cautioned about the presence of blue-green algae impacting the southeast shoreline of Georgian Bay (Ruta Road area).
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Jul 27, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As Ontario enters its second week of Step 3 in the province’s Roadmap to Reopen, Simcoe Muskoka continues to see low COVID-19 case counts and ever-increasing vaccination coverage.
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Jul 27, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is holding walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the week of July 27 to Aug. 2.
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Jul 20, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is holding walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the week of July 20 to 25.
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Jul 16, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As Simcoe Muskoka, along with the rest of the province moved into Step 3 of its three-tiered Roadmap to Reopen at 12:01 a.m. today, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reminding residents of the new requirements that are now in place and the importance of continuing to follow public health measures.
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Jul 14, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit will hold a walk-in pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic on July 17 in Stayner. No appointment is necessary, while supplies last.
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Jul 13, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – BANAC and Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team in partnership with the Beausoleil Family Health Centre and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is offering first and second dose walk-in appointments at the Indigenous Community COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Friday July 16, 2021.
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Jul 13, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – In partnership with Tiny Township and Chigamik Community Health Centre, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit will hold a walk-in pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Friday, July 16.
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Jul 13, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Due to expected inclement weather conditions this week, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is relocating all South Georgian Bay COVID-19 vaccination clinics indoors.
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Jul 08, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Due to inclement weather, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is relocating today’s COVID-19 vaccination clinic from the Collingwood Legion to the Collingwood Curling Club, located at 250 Hume St.
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Jul 06, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – An extreme heat warning has been issued for today for communities in our region, a reminder that people should be careful of their health and look for ways to avoid overheating, says the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.
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Jul 06, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – BANAC and Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team in partnership with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is offering first and second dose walk-in appointments at the Indigenous Community COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Tuesday July 6, 2021.
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Jun 30, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Today Simcoe Muskoka along with the rest of the province moved into Step 2 of its three-tiered Roadmap to Reopen.
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Jun 28, 2021
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury - The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury together with many community partners and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is hosting COVID-19 vaccination clinics for people who live, work, or go to school in Bradford West Gwillimbury. Clinics are being held at the Bob Fallis Arena 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on July 4, 8, 11, and 15, 2021.
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Jun 23, 2021
TORONTO – The Council of Ontario Medical Officers of Health (COMOH) is urging Ontarians to get fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as they are eligible, and to take the first vaccine that is offered to them for their first or second dose.
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Jun 18, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The health unit is accepting applications for volunteer support in the COVID-19 vaccination clinics located in Barrie, Innisfil, Orillia, Bracebridge, and Huntsville.
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Jun 16, 2021
The promise of warm summer days brings hope as we leave behind a winter marked by the COVID-19 pandemic and the hardships it has imposed.
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Jun 16, 2021
New Tecumseth – Effective Monday, June 21, the Alliston COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be moving from its current location at the Alliston Memorial Arena to its new site at the New Tecumseth Recreation Centre located at 7300 Industrial Parkway in Alliston.
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Jun 11, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The health unit and their school board partners are now offering youth focused, first dose COVID-19 vaccination clinics to those aged 12 to 17 years.
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Jun 09, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) Board of Health (BOH) has given a unanimous vote of confidence to Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Charles Gardner for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Jun 08, 2021
Township of Ramara– First and second dose appointments are available for adults 18+ who live or work in the Brechin, Ramara, or surrounding areas.
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Jun 04, 2021
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – There is currently an increase in drug overdoses within the City of Barrie. Simcoe County Paramedic Services and the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre have responded to an increase in opioid overdoses in recent days.
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