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INTRODUCTION Infectious diseases are a significant cause of illness and death in Canada and, in addition to the sporadic cases of disease that usually occur on an ongoing basis, several outbreaks of...Read more
The Board of Health of Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health Unit met at 4:00 p.m. at the GUELPH Office. Members in attendance were: Ms. Nancy Sullivan (Chair), Ms. Margaret Abbink, Ms. Christine...Read more
Download the 2019 Community Report ( PDF , 35 pages, 4 MB ) Message from Dr. Nicola Mercer, Medical Officer of Health & CEO As Medical Officer of Health and CEO of Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph...Read more
Infections are illnesses caused by germs or microorganisms like viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. These microorganisms can be shared between people, animals, and insects; and can be found on...Read more
Children who receive care outside of their homes have a greater risk of infection due to: their proximity to children from other households sharing of toys interest in putting objects in their mouths...Read more