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SubscribeCiti Plaza Dental Clinic Doubles Capacity With New Operatories
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is pleased to announce the completion of its newly expanded dental operatories at the Health Unit’s Citi Plaza location. This is a major milestone in addressing the significant waitlist of 455 seniors seeking services from the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP), also ensuring that future appointments are scheduled within more reasonable timeframes.
West Nile Virus Detected In Three Local Mosquito Traps
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is reminding local residents to take steps to prevent mosquito bites, after three mosquito traps located in Middlesex County and the City of London tested positive for West Nile Virus. The traps are the first to be found with West Nile Virus-positive mosquitoes in 2024.
Environment and Climate Change Canada Issues Heat Warning
A heat event is expected to begin on Sunday, July 14 and may continue to Tuesday, July 16. Daytime maximum temperatures are expected to be 29 to 31 degrees Celsius with, feeling near 40 degrees Celsius with humidity. There will be little relief at night as minimum temperatures are expected to be near 20 degrees Celsius.
First Extended Heat Warning of the Season Issued
A forecast calling for five consecutive days of high temperatures has led Environment and Climate Change Canada to issue an Extended Heat Warning for London and Middlesex County from Monday, June 17th through Friday, June 21st. The forecast predicts high temperatures of 33°C on Monday, 34°C on Tuesday, 33°C on Wednesday, 33°C on Thursday, and 31°C on Friday, with the heat expected to ease on Saturday when the temperature is anticipated to drop to 30°C ending the heat warning.
Anticipated Extended Heat Warning for Next Week in the Region
Next week, our region is forecasted to experience four consecutive days of high temperatures. The Middlesex-London Health Unit anticipates that Environment and Climate Change Canada will issue an Extended Heat Warning beginning on Monday, June 17th. We are notifying everyone to be prepared and take precautions to be safe.
Health Unit Alerts Community of First Case of Human Lyme Disease for 2024
Middlesex-London Health Unit is alerting the community that the year’s first human case of Lyme Disease has been diagnosed in an adult resident of Middlesex County.
Middlesex-London Region Prepares for Solar Eclipse
London, ON – On April 8, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., parts of London and Middlesex County will experience a partial solar eclipse, with the peak time estimated to be around 3:17 PM.
MLHU Advises Community of Confirmed Measles Case
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is investigating a confirmed case of measles in an adult, with likely acquisition during travel. The MLHU is alerting the community that they may have been exposed to measles in various settings across London between March 3rd to March 8th.
Increased Global Measles Activity - MLHU Advises to Check Vaccination Status Before Travel
With travel occurring or on the horizon for many in the region, the Middlesex-London Health Unit is recommending that individuals check their vaccination status before traveling and ensure that they are up-to-date.
Health Unit Alerts Patients About Possible Exposures to Blood-Borne Infections Due to IPAC Lapse
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is notifying patients of Dr. George Rice about potential exposures to blood-borne infections for procedures administered between 2019 and September 2023.