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SubscribeCreating Healthy Active Communities – The Power of Partnerships Forum
Community leaders, municipal planners and officials from the City of London, Middlesex County, the Middlesex-London Health Unit and other agencies are meeting this afternoon to discuss ways to make our communities more healthy and active.
Promotion of Tobacco in Retail Locations Violates Smoke-Free Ontario Act
A new campaign in place at many local retailers is in violation of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act.
Add Your Colour - Video Launch Event
The Sexual Health Promotion Team at the Health Unit has been working with a group of youth to help address gaps in services specifically for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) individuals.
New Outdoor Smoking Bylaw Comes Into Effect Today
The air around London’s parks, playgrounds and municipal buildings is about to get clearer.
Health Unit and Dental Society Highlight Importance of Having Children's Teeth Checked by Their…
When should a child first visit a dentist? The Canadian Dental Association, the Canadian Pediatric Society and Health Canada all recommend children should be seen by a dental professional by the time they turn one year old.
Join the Effort to Prepare Parks for Arrival of Outdoor Smoking Bylaw
It’s clear that smoking doesn’t belong in London’s parks, playgrounds, sport fields or at the entrance to municipal buildings.
An Important Notice from the Middlesex-London Health Unit regarding Alysena 28 Birth Control Pills
You may have heard recent news about the birth control pill Alysena 28 (ali-see-na). This product has been recalled and should not be used because there is a risk of getting pregnant while taking this pill. Alysena is similar to the birth control pill, Alesse.
Completely Redesigned Website Makes It Easier To Find Local Health Information
Whether you’re a parent, a health care provider, a teacher, an employer or just someone looking for accurate, reliable local health information, your search just got easier.
Health Unit Says Smoking in Movies is Not Academy Award Worthy
While Hollywood is preparing to roll out the red carpet for Sunday night’s 85th Annual Academy Awards, One Life, One You, the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s Youth Engagement Team is raising the red flag about tobacco use in film.
Health Board Announces its Choice for New Medical Officer of Health for Middlesex-London Health Unit
After a national search, the Middlesex-London Board of Health announced today that it has selected a new Medical Officer of Health and Chief Executive Officer for the Middlesex-London Health Unit.