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Latest COVID Vaccine Now Available at SWPH Offices

WEBWOODSTOCK/ST. THOMAS - High-risk individuals will be able to get the latest COVID-19 vaccination at one of the Southwestern Public Health offices. The health unit will be …

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Running with the Bulls to Help Families in Need

WEBShe says the first annual event happening on the Trans Canada Trail in Tillsonburg on Saturday July 20th. "The first race is at 8:00 a.m. and it's a 10K. So we have a 10K run or you can also do a 5K run or walk. The 5K starts at 8:30 a.m. and there's a free 1K kiddie trot that starts at 10:00 a.m." The run will begin close to Tillson Ave and it

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SWPH Now Administering Latest COVID Vaccine to Everyone

WEBOxford County residents over the age of six months old will be able to get the latest COVID-19 vaccine at the Southwestern Public Health office in Woodstock.

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SWPH Launching New Dashboard

WEBThe flu season is fast approaching and Southwestern Public Health is ready. They are launching a dashboard similar to the Covid-19 one launched last year. This time it will …

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SWPH Offering Vaccination Clinics Ahead of Holiday Season

WEBSWPH is encouraging everyone to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the flu ahead of the holiday season. WOODSTOCK - Respiratory illnesses are a focus for Southwestern …

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United Way Prepares for Day of Caring

WEBLocal volunteers will be working on 13 different projects throughout the county on Thursday June 6th. A total of 1,227 volunteers have helped with 157 Day of Caring projects since 2006. Wilson says there were also 375 volunteer hours recorded last year alone. United Way Oxford is encouraging everyone to have their own Day of Caring …

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New Splash Pad Opens in Tavistock

WEBTAVISTOCK - A new splash pad opened in Tavistock, just in time for the Victoria Day long weekend. The official ribbon cutting ceremony was held in Queen's Park on Friday with Oxford MPP Ernie Hardeman in attendance. "It’s great to see people and the province working together to make projects like this one come to life in our communities.

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Bernia Martin Named New Chair for SWPH Board of Health

WEBThe announcement was made this morning, with Elgin Councillor Grant Jones also being named as Vice Chair. Martin was first elected as City and County Councillor for …

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WEBA game being played by graduating students has caused a rise in calls to the Oxford OPP. A group of 14-18-year-olds will perform a musical at Theatre Woodstock. Construction …

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Vital Perspectives Has Been Launched

WEBPHOTO CREDIT: Southwestern Public Health Website. A video series has been launched by Southwestern Public Health. They have started a series called Vital Perspectives, …

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Norwich Targeted in Vehicle B&E's

WEBNORWICH - A reminder from Oxford OPP to lock it or lose it. Norwich was the latest area to have multiple vehicles targeted. Community Safety and Media Relations Officer, Randi Crawford with the details. "Yesterday, in the early hours around 1 a.m. to 4 a.m. in Norwich, in the newer and the older residential areas there were vehicles entered …

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SWPH Closes Walnut Manor in St. Thomas for Multiple Health …

WEBWalnut Manor houses adults with physical and mental health challenges. It is being shut down due to mould contamination, rodent and bed bug infestations, sanitation issues …

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Woodstock to Host Run for the Fund

WEBWOODSTOCK - For the first time in eight years, the Run for the Fund is coming to Oxford County. It's an annual fundraiser for the Thames Valley Education Foundation with all of the proceeds going to the Caring Fund. Oxford County Trustee and TVDSB Vice Chair Dave Cripps says it allows principals to identify students who have …

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SWPH Shining a Light on Mental Health

WEBSouthwestern Public Health is trying to get the stigma of sharing about mental health in the open and have people share their stories. Health Promoter Shreya Sachdeva says …

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SWPH Raising Awareness on Eating Disorders

WEBToday (Wednesday, February 7th) marks the final day of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and Southwestern Public Health is making sure tips and resources are available. …

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Urn Found in Tillsonburg

WEBTILLSONBURG - An urn with ashes inside of it has been found in Tillsonburg. The Oxford OPP found it on John Pound Road recently and now officers would like to track down the owner. Anyone with information regarding either of these thefts should call the Norfolk OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and use the case reference number E231552459.

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Oxford EMS Honour Paramedic Service Week

WEBOxford County Paramedic Services Local 114 will be sharing emergency safety tips on Instagram. OXFORD COUNTY - It's Paramedic Services Week and the theme this year is Help Us, Help You.

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UPDATE: SWPH Out of Solar Eclipse Glasses

WEBUPDATE - Southwestern Public Health has an update regarding the free solar eclipse glasses. The location in Woodstock has run out of glasses, with a line beginning at …

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Norfolk OPP Investigating Vehicle Thefts

WEBPolice say it was taken from a property on Adams Ave, sometime after 6:00 p.m. on Sunday and before 12:30 a.m. on Monday. Anyone with information regarding either of these thefts should call the Norfolk OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). (Photo …

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SWPH Releases Masking Recommendations

WEBWednesday, 15 June 2022 10:55. Southwestern Public Health says you should mask up whenever you're visiting a clinical setting, a school-based vaccination clinic, or a family …

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Innerkip to Host Walk for Dog Guides

WEBTwo local Lions Clubs have joined forces for a good cause. INNERKIP - The Woodstock Lions Club has teamed up with the Innerkip Lions Club to host the Walk for Dog Guides. The local event will get underway at the Innerkip Lions Centre (36 James Street) on Saturday May 25th with a 1:00 p.m. start time. Innerkip Lions Club Member Fran …

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Provincial Funding Set to Help Oxford County

WEBBoth Southwestern Public Health and land ambulance services will get funding. The Ontario government announced nearly $47-million for public health units, while the Oxford …

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Oxford OPP Dealing with Influx of Calls

WEBOXFORD COUNTY - Oxford County OPP has received several calls over the past few weeks. The calls were for service concerning weapon-related incidents, which turned out to be unfounded. Police say the calls were because of people playing a game called "Senior Assassin", which has players using water guns to eliminate other players.

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Province Investing $1.4 Million Towards Primary Care in Oxford

WEBThe province is investing $1.4 million towards primary care in Oxford County, with the money going to the Oxford County Community Health Centre and the Thames Valley …

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