News Release: West Nile Virus Positive Mosquito Pool Found
Routine monitoring for West Nile Virus (WNV) has identified one positive mosquito pool in our community. This is the first sign of WNV in Windsor and Essex County (WEC) this year.
Ashleigh Atkinson
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Find information about the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) programs, including information for individuals, parents and caregivers.
Outsourced Client Letter
A letter to OSCDP clients regarding changes to dental care coverage
News Release: Beach Water Test Results Available
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has launched the 2024 beach water quality testing program at 8 local beaches.
News Release: Boil Water Advisory Issued for All Consumers of the Wheatley Water Distribution System Has Been Rescinded
Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has issued a Boil Water Advisory for waterline system consumers serviced by the Wheatley Water Distribution System, specifically:
Notice of Pesticide Use
Between May 21, 2024 and October 31, 2024, a mosquito larviciding program will be conducted to reduce mosquito populations in Windsor-Essex County.
News Release: Boil Water Advisory Issued for All Consumers of the Wheatley Water Distribution System
Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has issued a Boil Water Advisory for waterline system consumers serviced by the Wheatley Water Distribution System, specifically:
News Release: Health Unit Announces Winners of the Break the Vape Challenge
In an effort to combat the rising trend of vaping among youth, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) launched the Break the Vape Challenge (PSA) video contest.
News Release: The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) Issues Notice for Possible Meningitis Exposure
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is investigating a local case of meningitis in a person under 18 years old. The aim of this media release is to assist individuals who may have been exposed to meningitis in recognizing early symptoms and obtaining preventative treatment.
News Release: Health Unit Encourages the Public to Vote for their Favourite Break the Vape Challenge Video
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has worked with a panel of youth judges to complete three rounds of youth voting, narrowing down the almost 100 Break the Vape PSA video submissions.