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May 3, 2023 – Flood Water Safety

May 3, 2023 ‐ Ongoing rising water levels may pose a risk to the health and safety of residents. The Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board has indicated that: “Levels in the Pembroke area are expected to approach the major flooding threshold over the coming days. Levels on Lake Coulonge are already above the major flooding threshold and are expected to rise higher over the coming days. Chats Lake and Lake Deschenes levels are expected to exceed their major flooding thresholds over the coming week.” The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has continued the Flood Warning for Pembroke District.

April 19, 2023 – Flood Water Safety

April 19, 2023 ‐ The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has issued a Flood Warning for Pembroke District and Bancroft District; this includes Renfrew County, and the Township of South Algonquin. Rising water levels may pose a threat to the health and safety of residents.

March 06, 2023 – Renfrew County and District Health Unit Announces Service Hub Relocation

March 6, 2023 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and the Town of Renfrew are pleased to announce negotiations are underway to secure the future location of the RCDHU Service Hub. RCDHU services will be relocating to 127 Raglan Street South in Renfrew at the end of June, 2023.

February 28, 2023 – Board of Health Announces New Medical Officer of Health

February 28, 2023 ‐ The Board of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is very pleased to announce that Dr. Jason Morgenstern, MD MPH FRCPC, has been appointed as permanent, full-time Medical Officer of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit, effective April 3, 2023. We have submitted this appointment to the Minister of Health, as required by regulation.

February 10, 2023 – Overdose Alert for Renfrew County and District

February 10, 2023 ‐ Further to the Overdose Alert that was issued on January 02, 2023, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and local Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are alerting residents about a small cluster of suspected overdose-related deaths that have occurred over the last week in Renfrew County and District.

February 2, 2023 – Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Areas in Renfrew County and District

February 2, 2023 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit reminds residents to take precautions as the temperature drops this evening. Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for the following areas: • Barry's Bay - Killaloe • Petawawa - Pembroke - Cobden • Renfrew - Arnprior - Calabogie.

January 23, 2023 – Canada’s New Guidance on Alcohol and Health

January 23, 2023 ‐ On Tuesday, January 17, the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) released Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health, replacing the 2011 Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines (LRDGs).

January 12, 2023 – RCDHU Continues to Encourage Residents to Get a COVID-19 Booster Dose

January 12, 2023 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is seeing an increase in local COVID-19 cases and facility outbreaks. As numbers continue to rise, RCDHU encourages residents to stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccine boosters.

January 02 2023 – Overdose Alert for Renfrew County and District

January 2, 2023 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) and the County of Renfrew Paramedic Service are alerting residents about several overdoses that have occurred over the last week in Renfrew County and District.

December 1, 2022 – Holiday Food Safety Reminder

December 1, 2022 ‐ As we enter the holiday season, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) reminds residents of the importance of food safety. Reduce your risk of foodborne illness (“food poisoning”) by taking precautions when preparing, cooking, and storing food.

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