Drinking Water Advisory Issued for the Town of Arnprior
August 10, 2016 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit has issued a Drinking Water Advisory as a precautionary measure to all users of the municipal water system in the Town of Arnprior.
Kids Need More Sleep and Physical Activity According to ParticipACTION’s 2016 Report Card
July 8, 2016 ‐ For the first time, the 2016 ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth assigns a grade to sleep and includes new Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Children and Youth.
Acting Medical Officer of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit will Return for another Six Months
July 4, 2016 ‐ The Board of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit is pleased to announce that Dr. Kathryn Reducka will be returning to the Health Unit as Acting Medical Officer of Health and Chief Executive Officer for another 6 months less a day, starting September 1, 2016.
Smoke-Free Ontario Marks 10 Years of Success. Plain and Simple is the Key
June 20, 2016 ‐ This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, which provides guidance and funding to countless tobacco control initiatives locally and across the province.
Food Recall Warning – Nature’s Touch Brand Organic Berry Cherry Blend
April 19, 2016 ‐ The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall on Nature's Touch brand Organic Berry Cherry Blend from the marketplace due to possible Hepatitis A contamination.
Immunization Clinics Available to Avoid Student Suspensions
April 14, 2016 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit has been working with local schools to ensure student immunization records are up to date.
New Acting Medical Officer of Health for Renfrew County and District Health Unit
January 15, 2016 ‐ The Board of Health for the Renfrew County and District Health Unit is pleased to announce that Dr. Kathyrn Reducka will be joining the organization as the Acting Medical Officer of Health and Chief Executive Officer effective January 20, 2016.
Renfrew County and District Health Unit Supports National Non-Smoking Week with ‘wouldurather’ Contest
January 13, 2016 ‐ Renfrew County and District Health Unit, in partnership with the provincial organization Leave The Pack Behind, is hosting the annual contest for young adults in Renfrew County and District.