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  • Why oral health matters more than we think

    Apr 29, 2026


    As a public health physician, I see that the oral health of our clients and communities is inseparable from their overall health and well-being. In Canada, oral health care is funded separately and to a more limited degree than the rest of the health-care system. This has created barriers to accessing care, leading to outcomes that are visible in our classrooms, workplaces and emergency rooms.
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  • Health unit reminds public to take steps to keep food and drinking water safe during floods

    Apr 14, 2026


    SIMCOE MUSKOKA – Emergencies such as power outages and floods can affect food, water and living conditions. The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is urging residents to take precautions where rainstorms and snow melt are causing localized flooding across the region. Proper food and water safety are essential during and after floods to prevent illness.
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