BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 29, 2018
This information is posted when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. This information is posted on www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca The following facility in Peterborough […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 26, 2018
Residents Reminded to Avoid Contact with Animals That Can Carry Rabies Peterborough Public Health confirmed today that another local bat found within the City of Peterborough has tested positive for rabies, and is reminding residents to steer clear of wild animals commonly known to carry the disease. “This positive animal case confirms what we already know […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 23, 2018
Most Travel Vaccinations Available Through Pharmacies and Healthcare Providers Update: To find a current list of travel clinics, please click here. Peterborough Public Health announced today that it is no longer accepting new patients into its Travel Clinic effective November 1, 2018. Current patients will continue receiving care after this date until their course of […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 22, 2018
This information is posted when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. This information is posted on www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca The following facilities in Peterborough […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 22, 2018
This information is posted when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. This information is posted on www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca The following facilities in Peterborough […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 18, 2018
This information is posted when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. This information is posted on www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca The following facility in Peterborough […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 16, 2018
New Clinic Brings All Public Health Services Under One Roof Today, Peterborough Public Health (PPH) celebrated the relocation of its Community Dental Health Clinic (CDHC) to the main office at 185 King Street (Jackson Square). The move was inspired by an opportunity to bring all public health services to one location, making it easier for […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 15, 2018
Board of Health Welcomes MPP Dave Smith The Board of Health welcomed the newly-elected Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith who attended his first board meeting as a guest. Dr. Salvaterra gave him a tour of the facility, community kitchen and clinics of Peterborough Public Health. Peterborough Precarious Employment Research Initiative Health Promoter Monique Beneteau and Trent […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 11, 2018
Healthcare Worker Immunization Critical to Creating “Ring of Immunity” Peterborough Public Health reported today that the local influenza immunization rate among staff working at local nursing homes and retirement residences reached 80% in 2017/18. “Influenza vaccination provides benefits to healthcare workers and to the patients in their care,” said Dr. Rosana Salvaterra, Medical Officer of […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 10, 2018
This autumn we have the colourful signs of municipal candidates reminding us that local governments contribute to the health and wellbeing of our communities and that local candidates, once elected, will become agents for change on a number of public health issues. While all local boards of health follow the provincial mandate set out for […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 09, 2018
Some products, like frozen chicken nuggets, strips and burgers may look pre-cooked or browned but in fact contain raw chicken. You can protect your family from illness by following some simple steps. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/meat-poultry-fish-seafood-safety/frozen-breaded-chicken.html
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 09, 2018
This information is posted when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. This information is posted on www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca The following facilities in Peterborough […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 06, 2018
Location: J.K. Edwards Board Room, Peterborough Public Health, Jackson Square, 185 King St., Third Floor Media and the community are advised that the next Board of Health meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. To download the agenda and the online board package, please visit: http://www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca/about-us/meetings/ This meeting is open […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 05, 2018
Ensure Proper Food Handling to Prevent Illness Peterborough Public Health would like you to enjoy a safe and healthy Thanksgiving holiday. One way to ensure this is through safe food handling methods. In general, the most popular choice for a Thanksgiving dinner is turkey. “Poultry can contain harmful bacteria such as salmonella,” said the Manager […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 04, 2018
While less harmful than conventional cigarettes, e-cigarettes are not inherently harmless
