News Release: Potassium Iodide (KI) Pill Distribution to Start in the Town of Amherstburg
If you live in the Town of Amherstburg and had previously obtained KI pills, they are nearing their expiration date.
Sun Safety Factsheets
The 6 topics covered in these factsheets are Sunscreen, Children, Outdoor Sports, and Recreation, Outdoor Workers, Sun Tanning/ Indoor Tanning, and Winter. All are available in English, French, and Arabic.
News Release: Precautionary Notice of Blue-Green Algae Bloom
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is issuing a precautionary notice to residents based on visual confirmation of a blue-green algae bloom on Lake St. Clair in the area near Stoney Point.
News Release: Residents are reminded to stay safe and prevent possible rabies exposures.
With summer upon us and residents enjoying the warmer season, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, the region’s Medical Officer of Health, reminds residents to avoid contact with unfamiliar domestic animals and any wildlife.
News Release: The WECHU celebrates 15 local schools for achieving Healthy Schools Certifications.
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is excited to celebrate fifteen local schools for achieving National Healthy Schools Certification.
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.
Get Help with Substance Use
If you or someone you care about is struggling with alcohol, cannabis, or other substance use, find the right help.