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SubscribeXBB COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccine Available To The General Population Starting Monday, October 30
Following the Ontario Ministry of Health’s guidance, the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) will begin offering the Omicron XBB.1.5 subvariant COVID-19 vaccine to individuals six months of age and older starting Monday, October 30th. The influenza vaccine will also be available to the general population starting Monday.
Local COVID-19 and Influenza Activity Signals Start of Respiratory Season and Vaccination in…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit has been closely monitoring key indicators that confirm the beginning of respiratory season in the Middlesex-London region. On October 2nd, the Health Unit received confirmation of the community’s first locally acquired case of influenza A. COVID-19 indicators have also seen sustained increases over the last few weeks, such as an increase in test positivity, wastewater surveillance, number of outbreaks, and hospitalization.
Heat Warning Extended and Now Including London and All of Middlesex County
London, ON – The Heat Warning for parts of the Middlesex and London region, specifically Strathroy, Komoka and western Middlesex County, has been extended and updated to now include London and all of Middlesex County. Hot and humid conditions are expected through Wednesday, with maximum temperatures of 29 to 34º Celsius and humidex values nearing 40. Based on the current forecast, this Heat Warning will remain in effect until Thursday morning, when the daytime high is expected to reach 23º Celsius.
Heat Warning Issued Until Wednesday
Environment Canada has issued a Heat Warning for parts of the Middlesex and London region, specifically Strathroy, Komoka and western Middlesex County. The warning begins today and will likely be in place until Wednesday, September 6. It is anticipated that as the week progresses, daytime highs will be between 31 to 35 degrees Celsius, with the hottest days expected to be on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Health Unit Reports the Year’s First Local Human Case of West Nile Virus
London, ON – The Middlesex-London Health Unit is reporting the first locally-acquired human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) for the summer of 2023. According to Public Health Ontario, to date, there have been five probable and confirmed human cases of WNV in Ontario, as well as 222 WNV-positive mosquito pools.
Your questions answered: COVID-19 booster, influenza vaccine, and mask guidance
NOTICE: The Middlesex-London Health Unit is experiencing a high volume of phone calls about booster doses of COVID-19 vaccine, influenza vaccine, and face masks.
Two Mosquito Traps in London Yield Positive West Nile Virus Results
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is reminding local residents to take steps to prevent bug bites, after two mosquito traps located in northwest and northeast London tested positive for West Nile Virus. The traps are the first to be found with West Nile Virus-positive mosquitoes in 2023.
Hot and Humid Weather Expected for the Next Three Days Prompting Heat Warning
A forecast calling for three consecutive days of hot and hazy summer weather has led forecasters at Environment Canada to issue a Heat Warning for London and Middlesex County. The Middlesex-London Health Unit is using this as an opportunity to remind the public to take steps to stay cool and to keep hydrated as summer temperatures climb. The Heat Warning is expected to come into effect on Wednesday, July 26th and to be lifted overnight on Friday, July 28th, when the overnight low is expected to fall to 20°C. The current Environment Canada forecast calls for a three-day temperature spike with tomorrow’s daytime high expected to reach 30ºC with a humidex value of 37; similar conditions are expected for Thursday, while Friday’s high is expected to reach 32ºC.
New Days and Hours of Operation Coming Into Effect at The Health Unit's COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic…
London, ON – As of this week, the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) will be rolling out a new schedule for its COVID-19 vaccination clinic, located in the main building at London’s Western Fair District. Starting on Thursday, July 6th, the clinic will be open on Thursdays and Fridays from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.
Updated Guidance from the Middlesex-London Health Unit as Air Quality Index Expected to Reach 10+…
London, ON – With Environment Canada’s Special Air Quality Statement for London, Middlesex County and the surrounding region still in place, the Middlesex-London Health Unit is updating its guidance as the Air Quality Health Index is likely to reach 10+ or Very High Risk.