The Mayors of the municipalities within Peterborough County today issued a statement about the current health and economic challenges being experienced by the residents of their townships. Residents of our communities, like those across Canada, are facing serious health risks as a result of COVID 19. Each of us has an obligation to lessen the… Read more »
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Community Care is an Essential Service
Community Care is Still Open and Still Functioning. In light of recent announcements made by the Premier of Ontario, Warden of Peterborough County and Mayor of Peterborough, all declaring a state of emergency and requiring non-essential services and business to close, Community Care remains open as is deemed an essential service under the health care,… Read more »
Update on Closures of Douro-Dummer Municipal Facilities
Yesterday, the City and County of Peterborough declared a State of Emergency and the Province of Ontario released a list of non-essential businesses that must stop public business for the next 14 days. In light of these measures and to continue to urge people to stay home and to social distance, the Township of Douro-Dummer… Read more »
Unattached Patients and Access to Care During COVID-19
From the Peterborough Family Health Team: We are happy to share that we have received funding for the continuation of our unattached patient clinics beyond March 31, 2020. Although a formal announcement has yet to be made, this means that the Peterborough Virtual Care Clinic (PVCC) in Peterborough City and the PFHT Clinic located in… Read more »
Media Release – Suspension of all Council and Committee Meetings and Closing of Front Counter at Municipal Office
MEDIA RELEASE March 16, 2020 – For Immediate Release Suspension of all Council and Committee Meetings and Closing of Front Counter at Municipal Office Township of Douro-Dummer – The health and safety of our residents, visitors and staff is a top priority. The Township of Douro-Dummer is working closely with Peterborough Public Health to monitor… Read more »
Suspension of Services at Public Facilities in the Township of Douro-Dummer
Township of Douro-Dummer – In light of the ongoing concerns regarding the Covid-19 pandemic and in the interest of keeping our residents and neighbours safe and reducing the potential spread of the pandemic, the Township of Douro-Dummer has taken the step of suspending service at the Douro Community Centre, the Douro Rec Centre, the Warsaw… Read more »
Peterborough Public Health – Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for Local Residents
Peterborough Public Health – Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for Local Residents Peterborough Public Health has been monitoring the coronavirus situation and encouraging people to stay up to date on the topic using trustworthy sources for information, such as the Public Health Agency of Canada and Peterborough Public Health. Residents with health-related questions can speak with a… Read more »
New Program Launch: Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program
New Program Launch – Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program This new program is to help meet the dental needs of low income seniors in Ontario. In Peterborough City and County this program will be delivered by Peterborough Public Health, in the Community Dental Health Clinic located at 185 King Street, Peterborough. In order to be… Read more »
Peterborough Public Health Offers Free Radon Kits to Local Residents While Supplies Last
Peterborough Public Health is giving away free radon test kits while supplies last to raise awareness about this public health risk that is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in Ontario. “Radon is responsible for anywhere from 1,080 to 1,550 cancer cases in Ontario each year. This colourless, odourless gas can build up in lower… Read more »
Smoking and Vaping Prohibited in City and County Outdoor Public Spaces for Everyone’s Health
From the Media Release (pdf – 831KB) dated Friday, July 5, 2015 from Peterborough Public Health: Local Public Health Partners Remind Residents about Smoke-Free and Vape-Free Laws Peterborough Public Health is partnering with Peterborough Police, the Ciy of Peterborough, and Peterborough Musicfest to remind residents and visitors that both the Smoke-Free Ontario Act and local… Read more »