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HKPR District Health Unit Announces School Immunization Program for 2025
The HKPR District Health Unit is notifying parents and guardians of the upcoming immunization requirements for the 2024/2025 school year for students.
The Merger of HKPR District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health Moves Forward
The Boards of Health for HKPR District Health Unit and PPH are pleased to announce that they will be moving forward with a voluntary merger, effective January 1, 2025.
Board of Health Meeting Scheduled for November 21, 2024
The HKPR District Health Unit would like to advise media and the community of an upcoming Board of Health meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30 a.m.
Board of Health Meeting Scheduled for October 17, 2024
The HKPR District Health Unit would like to advise media and the community of an upcoming Board of Health meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Positive West Nile Virus Case Detected in the City of Kawartha Lakes
An American Crow found in Dunsford, City of Kawartha Lakes, has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). This is the first confirmed positive case of WNV in the district area this season.
Positive West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Brighton Mosquito Traps
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) is advising the public that a mosquito pool tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in the Brighton area.
HKPR District Health Unit Launches New Public Health Data Dashboards
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (HKPR) District Health Unit is pleased to announce the launch of its new Public Health Data Dashboards.
HKPR District Health Unit Introduces the Pledge and the Programs and Services Experience Survey to Enhance Service Quality
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) is proud to announce the launch of its Pledge and the Programs and Services Experience Survey (Survey).
Extended Heat Warning Alert Issued for the County of Haliburton,City of Kawartha Lakes and Northumberland County
HKPR District Health Unit is informing that an Extended Heat Warning has been issued by Environment Canada due to a prolonged heat event lasting until the weekend.
NOTICE: Increase in Pertussis Cases in the Community
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) has been notified of increased pertussis (whooping cough) activity within the school community.
HKPR District Health Unit Releases 2023 Annual Report
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) has released their 2023 Annual Report highlighting the progress made last year.
HKPR District Health Unit Releases Food Insecurity and Poverty Report for 2023
(HKPR) District Health Unit has released its 2023 Nutritious Food Basket Report titled ‘Addressing Food Insecurity and Poverty in the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District area’.
Board of Health Meeting Scheduled for May 16, 2024
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge, District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) would like to advise media and the community of an upcoming Board of Health meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 16, at 9:30 a.m.
Health Unit Warns Community of Pertussis (Whooping Cough) in the Region
Pertussis is a serious bacterial infection of the respiratory system and was one of the most common childhood diseases and a cause of child mortality in the 20th century.
Board of Health Meeting Scheduled for April 18, 2024
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge, District Health Unit would like to advise media and the community of an upcoming Board of Health meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 18, at 9:30 a.m.
Warning: Toxic Drug Supply Identified in City of Kawartha Lakes and Northumberland County
HKPR District Health Unit is seeing an increase in drug poisonings within the community.
Toxic Drug Supply Suspected in Nearby Community
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) is sharing important information about a recent event.
GO-VAXX Bus Returning to Haliburton County
The GO-VAXX bus will once again be rolling into the area, but with a slight change to how it operates. The retrofitted GO bus that serves as a mobile COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be available to provide first, second and booster doses to eligible individuals. COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 5-11 years will also be available.
First COVID-19 Variant of Concern Detected in Local Health Unit Area
The local public health agency has been notified of the first case of COVID-19 variant of concern in a local resident. The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPRDHU) received the test results last night and has notified the individual who resides in Northumberland County. The individual had already been identified as a confirmed case and has been in isolation prior to receiving notification they have a variant of concern. All of the person’s high-risk contacts had also been reached previously and are in isolation as well.
Take Part in ‘Talk With the Doc’ Virtual Town Halls to Stay Informed on COVID-19
Local residents are encouraged to attend upcoming ‘Talk With The Doc” Virtual Town Halls being presented by the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPRDHU). Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ian Gemmill will host the “Talk With the Doc” sessions scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, from 1 to 2 pm and Tuesday, March 2, from 1 to 2 pm. During the online information sessions, Dr. Gemmill will provide COVID-19 updates and answer the audience’s questions. Topics will include information on the local COVID-19 cases and transmission rates, the rollout of vaccines in Haliburton County, Northumberland County and the City of Kawartha Lakes, and HKPRDHU’s ongoing pandemic response.