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The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Civic Holiday. This year Civic Holiday falls on Monday, August 5, 2024. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The WECHU has received notice that the blue green algae bloom testing from Lake St. Clair, noted in our news release on July 23, 2024, has come back with results that are within range to be deemed safe. The testing of blue-green algae identifies if the bloom is producing toxins […]

Important Notice: Starting this year, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will only sample public beaches once every week on Wednesdays. The beach sampling results will be available before every weekend. No beach resampling will be conducted for beach closures. BEACH RESULTS ARE IN: Sampling date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 Warning […]

If you live in the Town of Amherstburg and had previously obtained Potassium Iodide (KI) pills, they are nearing their expiration date. Amherstburg residents will be able to pick up a new package of KI pills at the Amherstburg Town Hall Fire Station located at 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is issuing a precautionary notice to residents based on visual confirmation of a blue-green algae bloom on Lake St. Clair in the area near Stoney Point. Test results to confirm the presence of a bloom are pending. Residents on the municipal drinking water system […]

Residents are reminded to stay safe and prevent possible rabies exposures. With summer upon us and residents enjoying the warmer season, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, the region’s Medical Officer of Health, reminds residents to avoid contact with unfamiliar domestic animals and any wildlife. The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) received a […]

Important Notice: Starting this year, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will only sample public beaches once every week on Wednesdays. The beach sampling results will be available before every weekend. No beach resampling will be conducted for beach closures. Sampling date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 BEACH RESULTS ARE IN: Swimming […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public for Canada Day on Monday, July 1st. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is excited to celebrate fifteen local schools for achieving National Healthy Schools Certification. The National Healthy Schools Certification recognizes and celebrates school communities for promoting and enhancing the health and well-being of students, staff, and the broader community. During the 2023-2024 school year, over 280,000 […]

Routine monitoring for West Nile Virus (WNV) has identified one positive mosquito pool in our community. This is the first sign of WNV in Windsor and Essex County (WEC) this year. Certain types of mosquitoes spread WNV, a potentially serious infection to humans. So far in 2024, no human cases of WNV […]

Based on information from Environment and Climate Change Canada, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health has ended the Extended Heat Warning. Current outdoor temperatures and those forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada are below the threshold used by the Health Unit to continue an Extended Heat […]

The  agenda for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Board of Health Meeting is available on the Health Unit website. Date: Thursday, June 20, 2024 Time: 4:00 p.m. Location:      Windsor-Essex County Health Unit 1005 Ouellette Avenue Boardroom 1A Windsor, ON N9A 4J8 The next in-person Board of Health meeting is scheduled for Thursday, […]

Based on information from Environment and Climate Change Canada, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health, has issued an Extended Heat Warning from Monday, June 17 until further notice for Windsor and Essex County. An extended heat warning is issued when three or more consecutive days are forecasted to have […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Victoria Day. This year Victoria Day falls on Monday, May 20. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, has rescinded a Boil Water Advisory for waterline system consumers serviced by Wheatley Water Distribution System, specifically: 3rd Concession Waterline Association 3rd & 4th Concession Waterline Association KOA Waterline Association Cedar Inn Waterline Association Richardson Sideroad Waterline Association Tecumseh Road Waterline Association Tilbury Townline Waterline […]

Recall Alert: Frito Lay brand SunChips Multigrains Harvest Cheddar Snacks, and Original Munchies Snack Mix recalled due to Salmonella Product SunChips Multigrains Harvest Cheddar Snacks, and Original Munchies Snack Mix Distribution National Issue Food – Microbial Contamination – Salmonella The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to […]

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. This challenge encouraged young people to share their creative ideas for raising awareness about the dangers of vaping. Between February 5 and March […]

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 WECHU provides the following […]

The top ten videos are now open for public voting The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has worked with a panel of youth judges to complete three rounds of youth voting, narrowing down the almost 100 Break the Vape PSA video submissions. The top five videos in the Grade 6 to 8 […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Good Friday, March 29 and Easter Monday, April 1 on the Easter weekend. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

On April 8, 2024, there will be a solar eclipse where the Moon will move between the Sun and the Earth. Several locations throughout Windsor and Essex County fall into the path of totality, where the Sun will be completely covered by the Moon for a short period of time. […]

As school resumes after the March Break and rates of measles continue to grow across the province, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is cautioning residents of this region to be aware of the symptoms of measles and to take measures if you suspect you may be infected. The measles virus is highly […]

  As of March 14,  102 elementary students are suspended from school for continuing to have incomplete immunization records with the Health Unit, as required by the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990. Parent/guardians must take one or more of the following actions to update their child’s immunization record, […]

As of March 6, 257 elementary students are suspended from school for continuing to have incomplete immunization records with the Health Unit; as required by the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990. Children remaining on school suspension will have the suspension order lifted once parents/guardians take one or more […]

As of March 4, 2024, 599 elementary students are suspended from school for continuing to have incomplete immunization records with the Health Unit; as required by the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990. Children remaining on school suspension will have the suspension order lifted once parents/guardians take one or more […]

“The Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) (1990), Section 11, Subsections (1) and (2) require public health units to maintain and review immunization records for every student attending school in Ontario; and to enforce a school suspension on students with incomplete immunization records. In the Fall of 2023, immunization records of […]

There has been a significant increase of measles activity worldwide, with measles cases recently reported in Ontario. As March Break approaches for many in the region, the WECHU strongly advises everyone to ensure they are up to date with all their vaccinations, including measles, prior to travelling. Individuals who are not fully […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Monday, February 19, 2024 for Family Day. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit  

To raise youth awareness of the health effects of vaping, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has launched the Break the Vape Challenge. The Break the Vape Challenge is a Public Service Announcement (PSA) video contest. The WECHU encourages local students in grades 6 to 12 to use their voices […]

As of January 31, 2024 there are 2,593 elementary school students that are at risk of school suspension on March 1, 2024 due to missing vaccinations or immunization records that have not yet been submitted to the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) as required by the Immunization of School Pupils Act […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is proud to have entered a multi-faceted memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the University of Windsor (UW) in 2022 to better serve the public health needs of Windsor-Essex County. Under this initiative, UW and WECHU have explored the possibility of research and knowledge translation […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is issuing a warning to travelers and anyone who may have been exposed to measles infection at the following locations: Flight Lufthansa LH1661 from Timisoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR/LRTR), Romania, to Munich Airport (MU), Germany, on January 11, 2024, Departure time 6:14 AM (EET), […]

Based on Environment Canada’s forecast, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health has issued a Cold Warning for January 15, 2024. A Cold Warning is issued when the temperature reaches -15°C (5°F) without the wind chill for one day. Everyone is at risk from cold, especially […]

Health officials across the country are raising concerns about a new nicotine product that is being sold without age restrictions. Nicotine pouches under the brand name ”Zonnic” are being sold in flavours and packaging that are attractive to younger populations. The pouches are now widely available in local convenience stores […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed on: Friday, December 22 Monday, December 25 Tuesday, December 26 Friday, December 29 Monday, January 1, 2024 Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has partnered with Essex Fire and Rescue Services as part of the Ontario Naloxone Program (ONP). This new partnership will expand access and the use of naloxone during emergency overdose responses involving opioids. Through this program, the WECHU provides naloxone nasal spray to eligible […]

The following statement was issued by Dr. Kenneth Blanchette, Chief Executive Officer for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU): “The approved 2024 budget for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit includes reductions in staffing and programming across multiple areas. Our health unit, like others in the province, is facing a fixed […]

The Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990 requires all students in Ontario to be up-to-date on immunizations. Public health units are to maintain and review vaccine records for every student attending school in their region and those not up to date can be suspended from school for up to […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Friday, November 10 for Remembrance Day. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has reported its first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in an adult resident in 2023. While the risk of getting infected in Windsor-Essex County (WEC) is currently low, this positive human case is a reminder for WEC residents to continue to protect […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit office will be closed for Thanksgiving on Monday, October 9. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, has rescinded the Boil Water Advisory issued on September 13, 2023 for waterline consumers serviced by the Wheatley Water Distribution System, specifically: •    3rd Concession Waterline Association •    3rd & 4th Concession Waterline Association •    KOA Waterline Association •    Richardson Sideroad Waterline Association •   […]

Our network will be undergoing scheduled maintenance on Thursday, October 5 starting at 8 p.m.  All network resources should be restored by 9 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: (519) 258-2146 Facebook: Windsor-Essex County HEALTH UNIT Twitter: @TheWECHU YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit office will be closed for National Day For Truth and Reconciliation on Friday, September 29. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, reminds consumers that the Boil Water Advisory issued on September 13, 2023 continues. The affected consumers are those for waterline system consumers serviced by the Wheatley Water Distribution System, specifically: 3rd Concession Waterline Association 3rd & 4th Concession Waterline Association KOA Waterline Association […]

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has issued a Boil Water Advisory for waterline system consumers serviced by the Wheatley Water Distribution System, specifically: •    3rd Concession Waterline Association •    3rd & 4th Concession Waterline Association •    KOA Waterline Association •    Richardson Sideroad Waterline Association […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit office will be closed to the public for Labour Day on Monday, September 4. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

Our network will be undergoing scheduled maintenance on Saturday, August 26, 2023 starting at 9 a.m. which will include www.wechu.org. All network resources should be restored by 9 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: (519) 258-2146 Facebook: Windsor-Essex County HEALTH UNIT Twitter: @TheWECHU YouTube: […]

Routine monitoring for West Nile Virus (WNV) has identified three additional positive mosquito pools in our community. There have now been a total of 6 positive pools in Windsor and Essex County (WEC) this year. Certain types of mosquitoes spread WNV, a potentially serious infection to humans. So far in […]

School Readiness Events What an exciting time for your family! Join us at our School Readiness Events on Monday, August 28 or Tuesday, August 29, 2023 to get useful tips to help your family prepare for the fall. The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has many resources and services to help! Visit a School […]

Based on information from Environment and Climate Change Canada, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health has issued an Extended Heat Warning from Wednesday, July 26 to Friday, July 28, 2023 for Windsor and Essex County. Everyone is at risk from heat, especially older adults, infants and young children, people […]

Routine monitoring for West Nile Virus (WNV) has identified one positive mosquito pool in our community. This is the first sign of WNV in Windsor and Essex County (WEC) this year. Certain types of mosquitoes spread WNV, a potentially serious infection to humans. So far in 2023, no human cases of WNV […]

Based on information from Environment and Climate Change Canada, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health has issued a Heat Warning for July 4 and July 5, 2023. A heat warning is issued when two consecutive days are forecasted to have a daytime high temperature greater […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit office will be closed to the public on Friday, June 30 for Canada Day. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

June 27, 2023 for Windsor – Leamington – Essex County, ON High levels of air pollution in Windsor and Essex County will develop due to smoke from forest fires. Smoke plumes from forest fires over northeastern Ontario and Quebec will move into the area this afternoon or tonight, resulting in […]

The virtual site tour video of SafePoint has officially launched. Located at 101 Wyandotte Street East, SafePoint is the first health facility to offer supervised consumption services in the City of Windsor. As part of SafePoint’s commitment to community engagement, the video was created to provide community members with a […]

At the Board of Health meeting on June 15, 2023 the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit showcased a virtual video site tour of the SafePoint site located at 101 Wyandotte Street East in Windsor. As part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to community engagement, the video was created to provide members of […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has launched the 2023 beach water quality testing program at 8 local beaches. On Monday June 12, 2023, beach water samples were taken by Public Health Inspectors from Sandpoint Beach, Lakeshore Lakeview Park West Beach, Point Pelee North West Beach, Seacliff Park Beach, Cedar Island […]

The following statement came from Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU): “With Environment Canada issuing a Special Air Quality Statement for our region due to smoke from wildfires, I want to remind residents of Windsor and Essex County that wildfire smoke can […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) launched their active tick surveillance program on Friday, June 2, 2023. This involves the identification and testing of ticks that are collected by public health staff. The field surveillance is conducted at public parks and trails that are frequently used by residents to retrieve […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be starting beach water quality testing program at 8 local beaches on June 12th, 2023. The beach water samples will be taken by Public Health Inspectors from Sandpoint Beach, Lakeshore Lakeview Park West Beach, Point Pelee North West Beach, Seacliff Park Beach, Cedar Island […]

The University of Windsor and Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) are pleased to announce that three (3) new Canada Research Chairs focused on public health have been approved for federal funding, which will allow for the University to recruit leading public health experts to the Windsor-Essex region. Since the announcement […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) Board of Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mehdi Aloosh as the region’s new Acting Medical Officer of Health (Acting MOH), effective May 1. Dr. Aloosh brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the position as a public health and […]

We’re looking for your feedback on our programs and services. Your input will help us improve how we support the health of our community. If you haven’t done our survey yet, you can find it online here. The purpose of this survey is to help the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Friday, April 7 and Monday, April 10 on the Easter weekend. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Warns Community of Rising Cases of Pertussis (Whooping Cough) in the Region The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is urging individuals to keep themselves up to date with the pertussis vaccine after a recent dramatic rise of cases in the region. Since November 1, 2022, […]

A pop-up clinic will  be taking place March 10, 2023 at the Leamington Office of the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit. The clinic will offer COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for those 5 years old and up. No appointment is needed. Date: Friday, March 10 Time: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Location: […]

March is National Nutrition Month and this year, Dietitians across Canada are calling on Canadians to unlock the potential of food by finding a dietitian. Understanding nutrition and developing food skills can be intimidating for many, but eating well doesn’t necessarily mean giving up your favourite foods. This March, the […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Monday, February 20, 2023 for Family Day. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

Our network will be undergoing scheduled maintenance on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 8 p.m. which will include www.wechu.org. All network resources should be back up and running at 9 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: (519) 258-2146 Facebook: Windsor-Essex County HEALTH UNIT Twitter: WEC […]

As part of the continued work to prevent the spread of vaccine preventable diseases, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) completed a review of all elementary student immunization records in December and more than 12,000 students received a notice. These students were either overdue for one or more vaccines required […]

Businesses, residents, and agencies are invited to have their say at Virtual Town Halls ahead of the opening of the Consumption and Treatment Services Site. In preparation for the launch of the Consumption and Treatment Service (CTS) Site, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU), in partnership with the CTS Stakeholder […]

At the meeting held on Thursday, January 19, 2023, Councillor Fabio Costante was elected as the new chair of the region’s Board of Health. As a returning member and City of Windsor Ward 2 Councillor, Costante brings experience and expertise to a board of health which welcomes several new members. […]

As we head into 2023, we wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year! If you are out celebrating New Year’s Eve, please be safe – plan for a ride, have a designated driver, or stay the night. Reminder: We will be closed to the public December 30 through January […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on: Friday, December 23 Monday, December 26 Tuesday, December 27 Friday, December 30 Monday, January 2 Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The holiday season is a time for gathering amongst family and friends, which heightens the risk for transmission of respiratory illness. In previous years, the region has experienced large spikes in COVID-19 activity in the month of January. In this regard, WECHU is strongly encouraging residents to help prevent the […]

COVID-19, Cold, and Flu Care Clinics are available at Erie Shores HealthCare and Windsor Regional Hospital. The clinics test, assess and provide treatment for people with COVID-19, and other cold and flu-like illness An appointment is required. Book with Erie Shores HealthCare Book with Windsor Regional Hospital

Elementary School Students with Out-of-Date Immunization Records Risk Being Suspended in March The Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990 requires all students in Ontario to be up-to-date on immunizations. Public health units are to maintain and review vaccine records for every student attending school in their region and those […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed on Friday, December 9 starting at 1 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

It’s recommended to test your home for #radon during the fall and winter months when homes are closed to the outdoors. Purchase a long-term test kit or borrow a short-term test device from any open branch of the Essex County Library. Radon – the only way to know your level […]

Our network will be undergoing scheduled maintenance on Wednesday, November 16 at 4:30 p.m. which will include www.wechu.org. All network resources should be back up and running at 7:30 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: (519) 258-2146 Facebook: Windsor-Essex County HEALTH UNIT Twitter: WEC […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Friday, November 11 for Remembrance Day. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

Windsor-Essex Residents Encouraged to Get Vaccinated As local healthcare leaders, we are united in our concern about the trend of respiratory illnesses in Windsor and Essex County. Relative to previous years, the seasonal flu virus is spreading more quickly and aggressively and our COVID-19 vaccination rates continue to lag behind […]

Following a systematic and thorough search the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) Board of Health has named a new permanent Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Ken Blanchette. Ken previously served as the Associate Vice President (Academic) and Chair of Health Sciences at St. Clair College, and more recently as the […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Thanksgiving Day, Monday October 10. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Friday, September 30. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health Unit YouTube: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit

A Windsor-Essex County (WEC) resident has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). This marks the first clinically diagnosed and lab-confirmed human case for 2022 in our region. WNV is usually transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito that has fed on birds that carry the virus. […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Monday, September 19. This will be a day to mark the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II and reflect on her life contributions. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: […]