Protect yourself against the flu by getting your flu vaccine
As of October 30th, all individuals 6 months and older who live, work, or go to school in Ottawa are eligible to get their annual flu vaccine. Over 270 pharmacies…
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Message from Ottawa Public Health
Flu vaccine for high-risk individuals will be available through local pharmacies, healthcare providers in early October. Ottawa Public Health Community and Neighbourhood Hubs will offer influenza vaccines for high-risk individuals without OHIP &…
Ottawa Public Health
Back to School – Vaccination, Dental Screening and Vision Health Vaccination Vaccines are one of the greatest public health accomplishments of the 20th century. Vaccines have saved countless lives and…
Youth Mental Wellness, Resilience and Street Drug Recognition event
Queensway Terrace North Community Association invites you to register and send your questions to qtncommunity@gmail.com for an in-person event on Youth Mental Wellness, Resilience and Street Drug Recognition. September 18th,…
NCC Weekend Bikedays have been extended
Now that the Champlain bridge is reopened the NCC has announced they will extend the hours for weekend Bikedays on the Kichi Zibi Mikan (formerly known as the SJAM) from…
Walk to school when you can – it will make a world of difference!
Start this school year on the right foot! Make school zones safer and help kids get exercise with a walking routine! Set a healthy routine with your family this school…
Ottawa Public Health reminds residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites
Mosquito trapping and testing — components of Ottawa Public Health’s West Nile virus (WNV) program — have confirmed the first positive mosquito pools by lab result. Three mosquito testing pools…
Update from Ottawa Public Health
Rat Control Measures Rats are common pests that can damage property, contaminate food, and spread disease, so it’s important to prevent infestations. By-law and Regulatory Services within the Emergency and…
Noise from exploding fireworks can be terrifying for both people and pets
Please be considerate of others if you are thinking about setting off fireworks on July 1. Although many people enjoy watching the display and sounds they create there are also…
Kids Come First – Vaccinate & Up-to-Date
New Vaccine Campaign On June 5, 2023, the Kids Come First Health Team launched a new vaccine campaign to make it easier for children and youth in the region to…