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Health Unit Advises Waiting Until Fall for COVID-19 Booster Dose

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NORTH BAY, ON – The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) is recommending individuals aged five and older delay getting their COVID-19 booster dose until fall, 2023. This aligns with the updated guidelines put forward by the Ontario Ministry of Health earlier this month.

“We know late fall and winter are peak times for respiratory illnesses like COVID-19 to spread, and so delaying your COVID-19 booster until early fall will help ensure you have the best protection...

Beat the Heat: Hot and Humid Temperatures Expected Throughout Summer

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NORTH BAY, ON - Hot and humid temperatures are currently affecting the Nipissing and Parry Sound Districts, and are expected to continue throughout the summer. The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) is reminding people to protect themselves against heat and humidity. 

Exposure to high levels of heat over a long period of time can lead to sunburns, dehydration, heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and in extreme cases even death.  

People who are most at risk include older...

Smoke from Forest Fires Affects Air Quality in Health Unit District

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NORTH BAY, ON – As smoke from forest fires in Quebec and Ontario continue to affect the air quality across the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit (Health Unit) region, the Health Unit is reminding people to take precautions. At the time of writing, North Bay and Parry Sound areas are at a moderate risk with the risk level expected to reach high later today and into Thursday, according to the provincial Air Quality Health Index.

“Poor air quality can cause health problems and...

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics in June

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For immediate release: June 5, 2023

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics in June

NIPISSING & PARRY SOUND, ON – COVID-19 vaccine clinics will take place in the Nipissing and Parry Sound districts throughout June, allowing individuals to stay up-to-date with their booster doses.

The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit is encouraging those who are at higher risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 to walk in or book an appointment if it has been at least six months since their last...

Aging with Confidence Symposium

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NORTH BAY, ON – The North Bay Parry Sound Stay on Your Feet (SOYF) Coalition invites you to stop by the Aging with Confidence Symposium,a free in-person seniors’ fair taking place in North Bay and Parry Sound to celebrate Seniors’ Month. The symposium will offer interactive demonstrations, educational activities, and information booths all to help older adults live independently and remain social. Light refreshments will be offered at both events.

North Bay:

Thursday, June 8, 2023,...