Farmer mental wellness
by Teresa Van Raay, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture
If someone asks, “how are you doing?”, do you want to throw something at them, or...
Health Unit launches public health diseases surveillance dashboard
The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit has been monitoring Diseases of Public Health Significance (DOPHS) locally and across Ontario for some time....
Health Unit reminds public of safety during the solar eclipse
by Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
On April 8, 2024, parts of Leeds and Grenville Counties will be within the path of totality...
Health Unit service site in Kemptville moving to a new location
submitted by LGLD Health Unit
The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit is moving its service delivery site in Kemptville. The current location on Concession...
Food insecurity and nutritious food basket costing
by Danielle Labonte
Registered Dietitian and Public Health Nutritionist
Nutritious Food Basket costing and food insecurity locally
Each year the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit conducts...
Not every pain needs a pill
How we wish there were better ways to treat pain. But scientists are struggling to find them. The very nature of pain remains elusive...
Local COVID-19 Vaccine Status Report
Let’s work together to reach a goal of 90% fully vaccinated by September 7, when school starts for most kids.
Statistics:
Of the region’s population 12...
October is Healthy Workplace month.
Submitted by Saman Shaikh, RD., M.Sc.
Registered Dietitian and Public Health Nutritionist
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
Here are some tips for healthy eating in...
How to Make Takeout Meals Healthy
Eating takeout meals can be a way of life, often driven by the necessity for fast, convenient food. During the pandemic, enthusiasts for restaurant...
FLU HAS ARRIVED – What you need to know!
Susan Healey, Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
We have had our first individual diagnosed with influenza (flu) in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville and there...