Congenital Syphilis is a severe infection that happens when a pregnant person with Syphilis passes the bacteria to their baby during pregnancy or childbirth.
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is advising the public of a potential exposure to pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, following a confirmed case in the community.
Avian Influenza (H5N1) has been detected in animal populations across Canada, including poultry, wild waterfowl, and mammals, and in the United States in livestock such as dairy cattle. It is important to note that some species of birds may be infected with avian influenza and remain asymptomatic. This disease can create severe illness in animals.
Legionella are a type of bacteria that are found in natural water sources which can also grow in human made water systems. These bacteria can cause Legionnaire’s disease and Pontiac fever, both of which present with flu-like symptoms, however Pontiac fever tends to be milder illness.
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.
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.
The influenza bulletin provides an overview of influenza activity in the region for a given surveillance week.
Mosquito Surveillance Dashboard data specific to the Windsor-Essex region
This Guide to common infections booklet provides information about communicable diseases, including signs and symptoms, how they are spread, if it is a reportable disease and links to additional resources.