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Be Safe: Be Seatbelt Savvy
More than one-third of the people killed in traffic collisions are not buckled up. Seat belts and child safety seats save lives. The Leeds & Grenville Risk Watch Coalition, the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit and the Brockville Police Services have teamed up to promote seatbelt safety.

More information about seat belts and booster seats: • Babies and Children site • Road Safety site • Ministry of Transportation site


sun protectionSun Protection
Prevention behaviours will lessen the risk of developing skin cancer and improve the rate of early detection. This will result in a decrease in the need for surgery or other treatments.
Guidelines for Sun Protection . . .  Sun Safety for Outdoor Workers . . . Sample workplace policy . . . More Sun Safety Information
Guidelines for Homeowners of Flooded Properties
• How to clean up flooded wells before using

• Health concerns following flooding and sewage backups
• Cleaning up the house after the flood

Go to our list of Rabies vaccination clinics for 2008 - PROTECT YOUR FAMILY - DOGS & CATS MUST be vaccinated

Bats and Rabies
Although bats are beneficial they do have the potential to carry diseases such as rabies and histoplasmosis, which can affect humans and animals. They may also transmit distemper and mange to household pets ... More information

Prevention is the key to reducing the spread of Norovirus
There has been an increase in the number of people in our community experiencing episodes of vomiting and diarrhrea. Although the exact cause has not been confirmed, it is highly suspected that the illness is caused by a Norwalk-like virus or Norovirus. More information (FAQs) . . .


Washing your hands properly is your best defense.


Recent Press Releases pdf format
Be Safe: Be Seatbelt Savvy
More than one-third of the people killed in traffic collisions are not buckled up. It seems that many of Ontario’s drivers, passengers and parents are still not getting the message: seat belts and child safety seats save lives. ... More information
Keeping Your Child's Immunization Records Up to Date is Important - National Immunization Awareness Week April 20-26 2008
It is important to notify the Health Unit when your health care professional immunizes your child.... More information
April is Oral Health Month
Oral health problems can reduce quality of life by affecting physical, mental and social well being. The reality is that oral health problems could be a sign of something serious such as oral cancer ... More information
Flooding
When flooding occurs, your well may become contaminated with E. coli and thus may pose a health risk to your family ... More information
2008 Pap test Clinics
Are you a woman under the age of 70? Are you concerned about your health? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the primary cause of cervical cancer .... More information

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