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February 28, 2023 – Board of Health Announces New Medical Officer of Health

February 28, 2023 ‐ The Board of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is very pleased to announce that Dr. Jason Morgenstern, MD MPH FRCPC, has been appointed as permanent, full-time Medical Officer of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit, effective April 3, 2023. We have submitted this appointment to the Minister of Health, as required by regulation.

February 10, 2023 – Overdose Alert for Renfrew County and District

February 10, 2023 ‐ Further to the Overdose Alert that was issued on January 02, 2023, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and local Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are alerting residents about a small cluster of suspected overdose-related deaths that have occurred over the last week in Renfrew County and District.

February 2, 2023 – Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Areas in Renfrew County and District

February 2, 2023 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit reminds residents to take precautions as the temperature drops this evening. Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for the following areas: • Barry's Bay - Killaloe • Petawawa - Pembroke - Cobden • Renfrew - Arnprior - Calabogie.

January 23, 2023 – Canada’s New Guidance on Alcohol and Health

January 23, 2023 ‐ On Tuesday, January 17, the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) released Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health, replacing the 2011 Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines (LRDGs).

January 12, 2023 – RCDHU Continues to Encourage Residents to Get a COVID-19 Booster Dose

January 12, 2023 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is seeing an increase in local COVID-19 cases and facility outbreaks. As numbers continue to rise, RCDHU encourages residents to stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccine boosters.

January 02 2023 – Overdose Alert for Renfrew County and District

January 2, 2023 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and the County of Renfrew Paramedic Service are alerting residents about several overdoses that have occurred over the last week in Renfrew County and District.

December 1, 2022 – Holiday Food Safety Reminder

December 1, 2022 ‐ As we enter the holiday season, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) reminds residents of the importance of food safety. Reduce your risk of foodborne illness (“food poisoning”) by taking precautions when preparing, cooking, and storing food.

November 18, 2022 – Get Your Flu Shot as Soon as Possible

November 18, 2022 ‐ Who would have thought that the flu would be back with a vengeance after a decline in cases since 2018. Positive tests for the flu have been doubling week to week adding to the overall burden of COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in the youngest population.

November 2, 2022 – RCDHU 2022/2023 Flu Campaign Update

November 2, 2022 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit wants to remind the public that the free flu vaccine is now available to all people living, working, or attending school in Ontario who are six months of age and older. Getting vaccinated will be more important as the weather continues to get colder and more activities move indoors.

October 31, 2022 – RCDHU Releases New Five Year Strategic Plan Our Journey Forward

October 31, 2022 ‐ Today, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is pleased to announce the release of the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan, Our Journey Forward. This plan outlines the priorities and strategies RCDHU will follow to deliver successful, effective public health programs and services to Renfrew County and District (RCD) over the next five years.

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