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Scientists at Lawson Research Institute (Lawson) of St. Joseph’s Health Care London and London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI) are the first in the world to study fecal transplants using capsules containing microbes from the gut of healthy volunteers to improve the response of patients with advanced pancreatic cancer […]

My life has been marked by good fortune. Yes, I inherited good genes and followed a sound lifestyle. But I’ve also had the luck of the Irish. I often think about those people who lead a sound lifestyle, but who get terribly unlucky. These are people, sometimes in the prime […]

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is celebrating an extraordinary milestone: a record-breaking number of babies born in 2024. In total, 6,452 babies were delivered between January 1 and December 31. This represents a five per cent increase from LHSC’s previous record of 6,139, which was set in 2022. “The numbers […]

In the fall of 2024, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) completed a review of all student immunization records (65,635) and sent out 7,076 notices to elementary students and 4,785 notices to secondary students. These notices indicated that the students were either overdue for vaccines required to attend school as […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) has observed a significant increase in cases of influenza reported within the region. To date in 2025, the WECHU received more than double the number of reported cases of influenza compared to this time last year. The health unit is reminding residents that respiratory […]

Margaret Thatcher, the resolute British Prime Minister known as the “Iron Lady” famously said, “You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.” But for the millions who endure the excruciating torture of passing a kidney stone, just once is enough. About 50 per cent of […]

Based on Environment and Climate Change Canada’s forecast, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health has issued a Cold Warning for Tuesday, February 18 and Wednesday, February 19, 2025. A Cold Warning is issued when the temperature reaches -15°C (5°F) without the wind chill for a day. Everyone […]

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health at the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU), has rescinded the Boil Water Advisory issued on February 10, 2025, for consumers of the Amherstburg Water Distribution System. This applies to all areas from the original advisory: County Rd 8 in Tecumseh from Walker to […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be closed to the public on Monday, February 17, 2025 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

Have you become lax lately in brushing your teeth? Possibly not flossing as much as before? Or putting off seeing your dentist for checkups and teeth cleaning? If you’ve become careless, you could be playing a risky game with your brain. Studies show that older adults suffering from periodontal gum […]

Erie Shores Health Foundation (ESHF) is introducing the Heart-to-Heart campaign for Heart Month. The campaign, which officially launched on Friday, February 7th, 2025, encourages people in the community to purchase a heart with a personalized message as a gift or in memory of a loved one. Each heart will be […]

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health at the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU), has issued a Boil Water Advisory for waterline system consumers serviced by the Amherstburg Water Distribution System, specifically: County Rd 8 in Tecumseh from Walker to 13073 County Rd 8 County Rd 8 in Lasalle from […]

Erie Shores HealthCare has been recognized as one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers for 2025, a prestigious designation that celebrates organizations leading the way in workplace excellence. Part of the Canada’s Top 100 Employers program, this regional award is presented by Mediacorp Canada Inc. and acknowledges workplaces that set industry benchmarks for […]

Have you ever walked into a home, or even a single room, and wondered, “How do these people live in such a mess?” Collecting and holding onto too much stuff causes many problems – economic, social, and emotional. It is not a common way to assess your health. But having […]

  Nurses are calling on Ontarians to place health and the underlying determinants of ill health at the top of the political agenda during the provincial election campaign. The Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) is releasing a bold platform with urgent recommendations to address the province’s nursing crisis, strengthen public health care, and […]

Erie Shores Health Foundation’s One Week, One Million initiative officially closed on Tuesday, February 4th , 2025. The initiative, with funds dedicated to Erie Shores HealthCare’s MRI Suite, saw an outpouring of support from individuals and organizations in the community, together raising a total of $100,000 toward the project. “We […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be holding a Board of Health meeting. Date:             Thursday, February 6, 2025 Time:             3:00 p.m. Location:      Windsor-Essex County Health Unit  1005 Ouellette Avenue Boardroom 1A Windsor, ON N9A 4J8 The agenda is available on the Health Unit website. The next Board […]

On January 27, 2025, thanks to an announcement by Sylvia Jones, the Minister of Health and Deputy Premier of Ontario, residents of Windsor-Essex will soon see the creation of a local Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub. Minister Jones announced the approval of Windsor-Essex’s application, less than 4 months […]

A new Phase I clinical trial from London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI) has found high-precision radiation therapy is safe for use in patients with cancer that has spread to more than 10 spots in the body. Published in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics, the ARREST […]

The end of January has many residents of Windsor and Essex County (WEC) turning their eyes to the brighter days ahead. The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is reminding residents that respiratory illness season is still here, seasonal illnesses are on the rise in the region, and there is still […]

Dr. Richard Z. Cheng, Editor-in-Chief of the Orthomolecular Medicine News Service, reports that years ago hunters survived eating low-carbohydrate diets. Their food was rich in animal protein, along with berries and seeds. But often food was scarce, and hunters used any bodily fat reserves to survive. There was no becoming […]

A new hospice bed will connect more people to end-of-life care close to home The Ontario government is connecting more people in Windsor-Essex to comfortable and dignified end-of-life care, close to their community and loved ones by adding a new hospice bed at the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. […]

In the fall of 2024, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) completed a review of all student immunization records (65,633) and sent out 7,076 notices to elementary students and 4,785 notices to secondary students. These notices indicated that the students were either overdue for vaccines required to attend school as […]

As of January 21, 2025, Erie Shores HealthCare has begun implementing updated masking procedures for the protection of patients and staff as well as the community at large. The goal is to limit the spread of respiratory illnesses such as RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus), COVID-19, and influenza which are on […]

Getting up often to pee at night is called “Nocturia” and it’s the great sleep disturber as we age. Frequent peeing could also signal conditions that need medical attention. So you shouldn’t ignore the problem. It’s not polite to go around asking friends how many times they pee at night. […]

Based on Environment and Climate Change Canada’s forecast, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health has issued a Cold Warning for Monday, January 20 and Tuesday, January 21, 2025. A Cold Warning is issued when the temperature reaches -15°C (5°F) without the wind chill for a day. Everyone […]

As Erie Shores HealthCare prepares to officially open their permanent MRI Suite, Erie Shores Health Foundation (ESHF) is calling on the community one last time, through the One Week, One Million initiative, to help reach the $5 million fundraising goal for the MRI Project. An amazing $3.5 million of the […]

Province Announces an Additional $540,800 Annual Funding to Expand Hours Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) officially opened its new, state-of-the-art MRI suite today, marking a significant milestone in improving access to diagnostic imaging services for residents of Essex County. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held at 10:30 a.m., also included a significant funding […]

Access safe, high-quality care and avoid unnecessary visits to the emergency room. This service is an easy way to get connected to care you or your loved ones need, but it does not replace your other touch point with your health care provider. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately. […]

Elon Musk is the richest person in the world. He got the title thanks to innovative thinking and masterful moves in the business world. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency. Musk intends to apply economic efficiencies in fighting the crisis of an […]

Use ConnectMyHealth to view your health records, and truly empower your health journey. ConnectMyHealth is a digital health solution that provides you with an online, single access channel to view your health records from participating hospitals in Ontario Health West Region (Southwestern Ontario). ConnectMyHealth can be used on desktop and mobile devices […]

Online urgent care is available for residents in Southwestern Ontario. Appointment costs are fully covered with an Ontario health card. In February 2021, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, London Health Sciences Centre and Hamilton Health Sciences Centre partnered together to offer virtual urgent care services through www.urgentcareontario.ca. We offer urgent online medical care […]

Why do people inflict misery upon themselves? By gaining too much weight, people are decreasing their quality of life and dying prematurely. You don’t have to be Sherlock Holmes to find the clues leading to tragic or mysterious deaths. The evidence is in plain sight. We are a society in […]

Albert Einstein once said, “Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I’m not sure about the universe.” Many doctors would agree. There are patients who willfully inflict medical problems on themselves, even when they have full knowledge of the behaviours and lifestyle habits that will end their […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 and Wednesday, January 1, 2025. 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

What would be the one thing we’d wish for to make the world a healthier place? Unhesitatingly, it would be peace. Peace in the world and all our homes, schools and workplaces – peace everywhere. If so-called humankind weren’t so busy cultivating hate, we would have a lot more resources […]

As flu season approaches its anticipated peak, Erie Shores HealthCare and Windsor Regional Hospital have reintroduced their Emergency Department Wait Time Clocks to provide patients with real-time information about the current wait times in their emergency departments. The wait time clocks are designed to give patients an average estimate of […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26. 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 Christmas season is one of the joyful times of the year. The homecomings, parties, and sentiments we are still lucky to be a part of this messy, troubled world. But we also know those who have lost loved ones and are now alone. For all the people we are […]

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a physician, wrote, “It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important.” If he’d had his fictional detective Sherlock Holmes investigate the mysteries of nature, he’d have found quercetin – an element of many plant-based foods that is […]

Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kenneth Ogah, MD, as the organization’s new Chief of Staff, effective early in the new year. Dr. Ogah brings over 25 years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a notable background in Urogynecology, advanced pelvic surgery, and […]

Yes, at 100 years of age I’ve written another book! After ten other books sharing health advice with readers, why add another one?  Because I’m now living in a retirement residence and I have new perspective on the many health hazards that seniors encounter when relocating into these homes, but […]

Essex-Windsor EMS is thanking the public for helping it locate and add to its registry more than 1,000 publicly accessible automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Chief Justin Lammers on Monday (Dec. 2) presented Tecumseh resident Andrea Ducharme with an Essex-Windsor EMS meritorious service coin for locating more than 20 AEDs. He […]

Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is pleased to announce the reinstatement of urology services through a strategic partnership with local urologists. Urology procedures will be conducted twice weekly in ESHC’s operating rooms, enhancing access to specialized care for residents of Essex County.  The initiation of this advancement is made possible by […]

Have you enjoyed the pleasures of a camping trip deep in the wilderness? Among the memories, you may recall the sublime enjoyment of eating a yellow pickerel you caught yourself and cooked over a campfire. Today, is there anything close to that perfection? If choosing a final meal on this […]

Among a group of 31 high-income countries that have universally accessible health care, Canada has among the lowest availability of doctors, hospital beds, and most medical technologies—and some of the longest wait times, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. […]

Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is thrilled to announce the return of pediatric services to the hospital after a 30-year absence, with the addition of Dr. Olusegun Oyedeji (OhLOO-suh-gun OY-deh-jah) as its first pediatrician in three decades. Dr. Oyedeji brings extensive expertise in pediatric care and will play a pivotal role […]

Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is pleased to announce the Phase 2 expansion of its Oncology and Outpatient Care Clinic, which will significantly enhance cancer treatment services for Essex County residents. Building upon the clinic’s initial success, the expansion introduces additional treatment regimens across existing disease sites and incorporates new specialties: […]

$500 million investment in specialized education and training for over 20,000 nurses will bolster health care workforce The Ontario government is bringing more nurses into the health care system by investing more than $500 million to educate new nurses and increasing opportunities for current nurses to access specialized training to […]

Inflammation is generally the indication of a health problem. But new research suggests we think differently about inflammation, especially in relation to heart disease and the prevention of atherosclerosis (thickening or hardening of the arteries). It’s prompting debate among doctors about how to determine the risk of coronary attack and […]

Everyone knows, or should know, about the many problems facing your overworked family doctor. In North America, it’s common knowledge that large numbers of individuals and families do not have one. They are a scarce healthcare commodity. Now, on top of the heavy workload these doctors carry, the pharmaceutical industry […]

New device receives Health Canada approval after LHSC team participates in global study to prove safety and efficacy In a Canadian first, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) was the first and only hospital in Canada to implant a new extravascular implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) during clinical trials. The global study […]

November is Radon Action Month! Every home in Canada, regardless of size should be tested for radon. We can help you with that through our radon kit lending program. Visit our website or call your nearest branch to borrow a radon testing kit for your home. You can learn more about […]

On November 7, WE-SPARK Health Institute’s annual “Cheers to Hope” event, held at the Ambassador Golf Club, brought together academic and healthcare professionals, students, and community supporters from across Windsor/Essex. The event aimed to raise awareness and launch fundraising efforts for WE-SPARK’s 2025 grants program, which powers health innovation throughout […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Monday, November 11 for Remembrance Day. Our offices will return to normal hours on Tuesday, November 12 at 8:30 a.m. Website: Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Phone: 519-258-2146 Facebook:  Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Instagram: thewechu  Twitter: WEC Health […]

Years ago, about people who were not too bright, we’d say, “They don’t have the brains of Amphioxus.” It’s a tiny fish with no intelligence. Today, more North Americans face the possibility of developing Alzheimer’s Disease. But Amphioxus politicians fail to end an asinine law in Canada that keeps victims […]

 weCHC Flu & COVID Vaccine Clinic November 10, 2024 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Healthcare for You Seasonal vaccines will be available at our clinic in Leamington at no cost. An OHIP card is not a requirement. No appointment is necessary. Location: weCHC Leamington 33 Princess Ave. Unit 450 Leamington, […]

In anticipation of increased hospital volumes as we head into the winter, local health care partners – Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC), Essex-Windsor EMS (EMS), Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare (HDGH) and Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH) – are collaborating on capacity and resource management and spreading the word about what our community should […]

Each year, communities across Ontario Recognize Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week from November 1st to 7th, using the opportunity to promote the use of CO alarms and educate Ontarians about CO, including how to prevent exposure, the health hazards of CO poisoning, and what to do in the event of […]

Erie Shores Health Foundation Makes a Movember Movement for Urology by Launching the “Show Us Your ‘Stache” Campaign Friday, November 1, men across Essex County join Erie Shores Health Foundation’s ‘Show Us Your Stache’ campaign, growing their facial hair to support the return or Urology at Erie Shores HealthCare. Leading […]

Scurvy is a terrible disease that has been eradicated, right? The disease is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C (ascorbic acid), found in oranges and other fruits and vegetables. But that simple fact was unknown between 1500 and 1747 when it’s estimated two million European sailors died while exploring […]

The Windsor-Essex County Public Health Unit (WECHU) has approved a new three-year collective agreement with public health nurses represented by the Ontario Nurses Association, Local 8. “We are delighted that we have reached a fair and responsible collective agreement with our public health nurses, that will allow us to continue […]

Windsor-Essex Community Opioid and Substance Strategy (WECOSS) Partners Launch WEC CONNECT, an Online Inventory of Mental Health and Addictions Services Partners of the Windsor-Essex Community Opioid and Substance Strategy (WECOSS) and the Windsor-Essex Ontario Health Team gathered Wednesday to launch a new mental health and addictions service inventory for those […]

Recently, The Globe and Mail, Canada’s national newspaper, reported on a depressing study about diabetes and it’s costly and horrendous medical complications. Readers of this column would already know it. Fifty years ago, and countless times since, that same newspaper and many others printed my prediction that obesity and diabetes would […]

Lawson Research Institute at St. Joseph’s and London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute will strengthen hospital-based innovation in London, Ontario On Oct. 16, 2024, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s) unveiled new research institutes designed to strengthen hospital-based innovation. Lawson Research Institute (Lawson) […]

Some people just have more energy than others. You can pick them out of a crowd. They are running up the stairs, two at a time. Their toes are constantly tapping. They are ready for more fun and games when everyone else is exhausted. But is this outward show of […]

The Substance Supports in Neighbourhoods Accessed through Police Partnerships (SSNAPP) team, comprised of the Windsor Police Service, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, and the City of Windsor, is excited to announce the launch of Neighbourhood Safety Plans for community members in the Downtown (N9A), South Central (N8X), Walkerville and East Windsor (N8Y), and […]

Erie Shores HealthCare is proud to announce a significant milestone: the completion of its 1,000th MRI test in the hospital’s mobile MRI suite. Since its installation this spring, the mobile unit has provided critical diagnostic services to the community, reducing wait times by nearly four weeks and expanding local access […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) continues to remind residents to stay safe this respiratory illness season. One of the best ways to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations and emergency department visits is by staying up to date on available vaccinations for preventing respiratory illnesses. This year, the WECHU will focus immunization […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on Monday, October 14 for Thanksgiving. 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

Mention a hernia to anyone and they immediately think of a bulge in the lower abdomen or groin. But hernias also occur in the large bowel. If constipation or infection results, the individual will experience worsening pain, nausea, and sometimes the urgent need for a major operation. The good news […]

This year, the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation’s Grow On Windsor campaign is raising funds to support the purchase of the DaVinci Xi Surgical Robot, as well as other vital lifesaving equipment. Thanks to tremendous community partnerships and generous contributions, the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation has already secured $1.6 million to […]

The provincial-wide Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) was launched in 1990 to encourage people in Ontario to get screened for Breast Cancer. As of October 8th, 2024, people ages 40 to 49 will be included in the OBSP. ***A REFERRAL FROM A PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE OBSP. PEOPLE […]

Many factors determine who gets what care when fighting illness. It makes a difference where you live, what kind of insurance you have, and what health problem you face. But the bottom line is that there are only so many healthcare dollars to spend, and people are making decisions on […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) continues to remind residents to protect themselves against mosquitoes. To date in 2024, there have been 8 mosquito pools that have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) and 5 confirmed cases of WNV in humans in Windsor and Essex County. This is an […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit offices will be closed to the public on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This special day falls on Monday, September 30, 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 […]

Picking up an order of takeout food is a convenient way to get a meal without doing the cooking. Although there are more options all the time, even in the best of circumstances, meals-to-go have never been considered a nutritional boon. But with the changing lifestyles of each generation, a […]

If you live in the Town of LaSalle and had previously obtained Potassium Iodide (KI) pills, they are nearing their expiration date. LaSalle residents will be able to pick up a new package of KI pills at the LaSalle Civic Centre located at 5950 Malden Rd, LaSalle on Wednesday, October […]

Recently, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) has become the first hospital in Canada and one of only half a dozen institutions in the world to have all four major hip and knee replacement surgical robots on site. LHSC is home to one of the largest surgical fellowship programs in Canada […]

More than 75 public health nurses at the Windsor Essex County Health Unit, members of the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA), are heading to conciliation seeking fair wages and hours of work, after the employer failed to negotiate a new collective agreement. “Windsor Essex public health nurses have among the lowest public health […]

It’s an uncommon gift to reach 100 years of age – and be healthy. But apart from good genes and good luck, there are steps you can take to increase your chances for healthy longevity. Long time readers will know what I’ve said over and over again. Too many people gain […]

The following report was presented to the Erie Shores HealthCare Board of Directors during its open meeting on September 10, 2024. $1 Million Anonymous Donation A former patient’s family, who has asked to remain anonymous, has pledged one million dollars to improve the patient experience at our hospital. The money […]

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit encourages everyone living within the primary and secondary zones of nuclear installations Fermi 2 or Davis-Besse to get their supply of iodide (KI) tablets. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) requires that all residents within the primary zone of a nuclear installation have potassium iodide […]

Flu, COVID-19 vaccines and expanded RSV immunization program expected by early October for those at risk The Ontario government is reminding everyone to stay safe this respiratory illness season and prevent unnecessary visits to the hospital by staying up to date on vaccinations. To protect against serious illness throughout the […]

Multiple studies have shown that a diet of fruits and vegetables reduces blood pressure. Since hypertension kills millions of people each year, the message seems clear. But this is not the first time consumers have been told that a veggie diet is superior to one of meat. Now there’s another […]