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OMA and local public health units stress importance of childhood vaccinations

Kingston, OCTOBER 29, 2019 – The Ontario Medical Association, Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington Public Health (KFL&APH) and Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) underscored the importance of being immunized at an event this morning.

The World Health Organization calls vaccine hesitancy one of the top ten threats to health across the globe. World-wide, there is growing concern about the increasing number of parents who are unsure about the safety of childhood vaccinations.

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Flu Season is Around the Corner

Kingston – It is important that individuals 65 years and older receive influenza vaccine as these individuals may be at higher risk of complications from influenza. For this reason, seniors age 65 years and older are advised to get a flu shot each year. This year there are two vaccines available for this age group.

• Fluzone® High-Dose is a publicly funded vaccine that provides protection against three strains of influenza and contains four times the amount of antigen as a regular flu shot to help...

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Notice of Board of Health Meeting

Kingston—The Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington Board of Health’s October meeting will be taking place as follows:Date:                             Wednesday, October 16, 2019Time:                             1:00 p.m.Location:                      221 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston, Ontario, Main Boardroom (please enter the main entrance of the building)A copy of the Board agenda is attached.  Copies of the complete Board agenda, including all information items, are available upon request...

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Board of Health Meeting for September 25, 2019

Kingston—The Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington Board of Health’s May meeting will be taking place as follows:Date:                              Wednesday, September 25, 2019Time:                             1:00 p.m.Location:                      221 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston, Ontario, Main Boardroom (please enter the main entrance of the building)A copy of the Board agenda is attached.  Copies of the complete Board agenda, including all information items, are available upon request.

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Breastfeeding in Public Campaign Launches in KFL&A

For immediate release

September 10, 2019

Kingston, ON – KFL&A Public Health and its community partners are launching a new campaign featuring life-sized cut out images of (local) breastfeeding moms with the goal to normalize and promote social acceptance of breastfeeding anywhere, anytime.

“Almost 90% of new mothers in KFL&A initiate breastfeeding, but some do not meet their breastfeeding goals simply because they feel restricted or awkward breastfeeding in public,” said Melissa Demers, registered...

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Soccer Leagues Awarded for Promoting Healthier Food Choices

KINGSTON—The Greater Napanee Soccer Club has won KFL&A Public Health's Super Snacks Challenge for having the highest number of teams participate. All participating leagues will receive $100 towards sports equipment:

·         Greater Napanee Soccer Club

·         Kingston United Soccer Club

·         Frontenac Soccer Association

·         North Addington Soccer Association

·         Verona/Hartington Softball Association

Soccer and softball leagues, coaches and parents in KFL&A were invited in April...

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High levels of radon found in KFL&A

Kingston, ON – KFL&A Public Health has analyzed data showing the results of 1,047 radon tests in homes in Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington (KFL&A). Health Canada recommends radon mitigation for homes tested above 200 becquerels per cubic metre (Bq/m3). Two hundred and twenty-three (21%) homes tested in KFL&A were found to have radon levels above Health Canada’s guideline. The World Health Organization (WHO) takes a more prudent approach recommending radon mitigation for homes above...

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THC in Cannabis has more than Tripled in the Last 30 Years

Kingston, ON - According to researchers in the United States, THC (delta-9-Tetrahyrdrocannabinol, a chemical found in cannabis that causes impairment) has more than tripled in concentration in the last 30 years – from 3 per cent in 1980 to 12 per cent in 2012. KFL&A Public Health warns that high THC levels can have negative consequences on the health and safety of consumers. While there are risks to using products with high THC levels for youth (e.g., because of their developing brain there are...

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KFL&A Public Health Issues Heat Warning

A heat health warning has been issued by KFL&A Public Health to advise area health professionals and community service providers of a period of hot and humid weather which may have adverse health effects.  According to Environment Canada, the hot weather conditions are forecast to begin Friday July 19, 2019 and persist until Sunday July 21, 2019. Daytime high temperatures are expected to reach the mid-thirties with a humidex of 41 degrees Celsius, while the night-time low temperature is not...

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KFL&A Public Health Issues Heat Warning

KINGSTON– KFL&A Public Health is issuing a heat warning to advise residents in Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington area that the hot and humid weather that will be affecting parts of this area, may have adverse health effects.  According to Environment Canada, the hot weather conditions will continue into Saturday, July 6, 2019. Daytime high temperatures are anticipated to be in the low- to mid-thirties with humidex values near 40 can be expected this afternoon. Overnight low...

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