Durham Region Health Department

Public pools, spas and splash pads are routinely inspected by the Health Department to keep you safe. 🏊 Find the latest inspection results on Check&Go! Durham: durham.ca/CheckAndGo

New KI pills may look different. Different manufacturers mean different packaging. ✅Same protection ✅Same effectiveness Learn more preparetobesafe.ca

The Health Department no longer mails out forms to private property owners to request free larviciding of catch basins on private properties. 🏠 Residents can now submit an online request form to larvicide private property catch basins: durham.ca/BYCBlarvicide

3 million Ontarians rely on ground water as their main source of drinking water. It is vital for our homes, farms and local industries. Regular testing of your private well water can help ensure your drinking water is safe. Learn more durham.ca/PrivateWells

Notice of Pesticide Use 📢 Between May-Oct. @DurhamHealth will conduct surveillance/larviciding activities to control West Nile virus. This includes weekly adult mosquito-trapping, dipping surface water sites, larviciding catch basins & stagnant water. durham.ca/westnile

Got expired potassium iodide (KI) pills? ✔ Bring blister packs to your local pharmacy for safe disposal. ♻ Recycle the outer box at home. 🚫 Never flush pills – they harm water systems. To learn more, call Durham Health Connection Line at 1-800-841-2729.

Educators play a key role in keeping children safe. If wildlife is found on school grounds, kids should tell an adult right away and avoid direct contact. Staff should safely contain the area and contact @DurhamHealth. Learn more: durham.ca/rabies #RabiesAwarenessMonth

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During Rabies Awareness Month, Dr. Robert Kyle, Durham Region Medical Officer of Health, is sharing tips with residents about rabies prevention and the importance of quick reporting to help reduce the risk of rabies exposure. 📽️ Watch this video: youtu.be/dFfYSKQFl2M

Ticks are active in Durham Region. Take precautions to protect yourself, family and pets against tick-borne diseases such as Lyme Disease. 💻 Subscribe to our webpage to learn more: durham.ca/ticks

Being prepared means taking measures to protect yourself, like having potassium iodide (KI) pills. These pills safeguard your thyroid from radioactive iodine during the highly unlikely event of a nuclear emergency. Learn more preparetobesafe.ca #EmergencyPreparednessWeek

Wild animals like bats, foxes, skunks and raccoons can carry rabies. Rabies spread through bites, scratches or contact with infected saliva. Once symptoms appear, it’s almost always fatal. If you see wildlife, keep your distance. durham.ca/rabies #RabiesAwarenessMonth

Avoid getting sick from E. Coli. Learn about what it is and how to protect yourself: bit.ly/2vLqfR0 For the latest food recalls, visit durham.ca/foodsafety

Food Recall Warning: Germina brand "Brocoli Calabrese" seeds recalled due to possible contamination with pathogenic E. coli durham.ca/FoodSafety

Can't resist a cute animal? 🐶 Always remember to wash your hands after contact with: ✔️ Farm, zoo or household animals (eg. puppies, kittens, reptiles). ✔️ Pet food and treats. ✔️ Pet tanks, cages and their environment. For more information, visit: bit.ly/3H8m4Xi

Rinse before you dip! 🚿 Showering reduces bacteria and other contaminants from being introduced into public pool water, keeping it safer for everyone. Learn more durham.ca/recwater

New potassium iodide (KI) replacement pills are being mailed to eligible homes throughout #DurhamRegion. 📫 If you receive a package, ensure it includes enough pills for your entire household. Learn about storing your pills and more preparetobesafe.ca

Stop the spread of germs! Practice good hand hygiene by using alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and water. 📽️ Watch our hand hygiene video to learn the right way to wash and sanitize your hands: youtube.com/watch?app=desk… #WorldHandHygieneDay

A recent food recall is linked to Salmonella. Reduce your risk of infection and learn more. Visit bit.ly/2GQ3ilX For the latest recalls, check out durham.ca/foodsafety

Food Recall Warning: Hafez brand "Sugerless" Halva with Date Syrup recalled due to Salmonella durham.ca/FoodSafety