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  • Drinking less alcohol this holiday season can benefit you and those you love

    Nov 12, 2025


    SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As the holiday season approaches and calendars are filling up with festive events, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) encourages residents to keep their health in mind by making informed choices about alcohol and drinking less this holiday season. These choices not only support personal well-being but can also have a positive impact on others, especially young people.
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  • Local data continues to show high level of household food insecurity

    Nov 03, 2025


    SIMCOE MUSKOKA – In the past few weeks organizations and municipalities have been raising an alarm about household food insecurity and the significant impact it has on people’s health, the health of our communities and the cost to the health care system.
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  • Take steps to protect yourself this respiratory virus season

    Oct 27, 2025


    SIMCOE MUSKOKA – As we settle into fall, cases of common colds, COVID-19, seasonal influenza (flu) and other respiratory viruses begin to increase. The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) urges everyone to get immunized for flu and COVID-19. These free vaccines are available as of today—Monday, Oct. 27—from participating local pharmacies and some health care providers.
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