June 24, 2020 To the community of Chatham-Kent, Last week, the Chatham-Kent Board of Health unanimously voted to declare that racism of any kind is a public health issue. Anti-Black, anti-Indigenous and other forms of oppression result in disproportionate harms to the health of individuals and communities of colour. This has been especially amplified during this COVID-19 pandemic. Compared to … Read More
Composting is Food for your Garden
Composting provides you with rich organic matter that does wonders to improve the quality of your garden soil. There are differences between compost and fertilizer for your gardens. The main difference is that compost feeds the soil, while fertilizer feeds the plant. When you add compost to your garden, you are feeding the good microbes and improving the soil. Fertilizers, … Read More
A Negative Result
A Negative Result Please note that starting on Tuesday August 4th, CK Public Health will no longer be notifying asymptomatic patients (those showing no symptoms) of their test results by telephone. CK Public Health will only be contacting the following whom: Test positive for COVID-19 Were tested symptomatic (showing symptoms) Were referred for testing by a healthcare professional Were tested … Read More
Visiting Loved Ones in Group Living Settings
It’s been a long few months. Many of us have not been able to provide the usual care and support to loved ones living in a group living setting during the COVID-19 Pandemic. As of June 18, visits were allowed in long term care homes, retirement homes, and other residential care homes where people live together to receive care and … Read More
No Health without Mental Health
At CK Public Health we believe, “there is no health without mental health.” The events over the past few months have brought many issues to the surface. Constant information overload, disruptions to daily activities, and changes to how we interact socially have increased stress for everyone. As the situation in Chatham-Kent continues to evolve and new sources of stress emerge, … Read More
Yard Sales during COVID-19
It’s yard sale season in Chatham-Kent. While picking up a unique find might seem harmless, picking up a COVID-19 infection is not. At all times, everyone should be taking measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Become familiar with these before holding or going to a yard sale. If you or anyone in your home are feeling ill (even if … Read More
Chatham-Kent begins to move into Phase 2
Media Release June 10, 2020 Chatham-Kent begins to move into Phase 2 CK Public Health recognizes the continued efforts and thanks the community for containing the spread of COVID-19. Dr. David Colby, Medical Officer of Health for Chatham-Kent is permitting that the following operations may resume service as early as Friday, June 12 at 12:01 A.M: Outdoor dining … Read More
Mobile Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing to Take Place in Wallaceburg on June 11, 12 & 13
For Immediate Release Tuesday, June 9, 2020 Mobile Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing to Take Place in Wallaceburg June 11, 12 & 13 CHATHAM-KENT: June 9, 2020 – Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) has partnered with Chatham-Kent EMS and CK Public Health to support greater access for the residents of Wallaceburg and area to receive a COVID-19 test. On Thursday June 11, Friday … Read More
Beaches in Chatham Kent
***Please note that playgrounds remain CLOSED on beaches at this time. In addition, some beaches may still have barricades up at this time but are in the process of being removed. Chatham-Kent is home to many beaches along Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair. It’s a fun summer activity to do with your family and friends! However, please ensure to … Read More
New Current Situation Reporting
Starting January 4th , CK Public Health will be updating our COVID-19 current status page to include more information in a detailed summary report at 10:30am Monday to Friday. This information will still be located on our Current Situation COVID-19 webpage. Our Epidemiologist has provided a virtual tour of the report in the video below: The reasons for … Read More
Showing Support During COVID-19
Racism is a public health issue. In Canada, racism has grown from the history of slavery, forced resettlement, immigration, legacies of colonialism and specific laws and practices. Systemic racism creates conditions that limit opportunities for racialized communities to achieve and maintain good health. Because of systemic racism, racialized communities are more likely to: be in low paying, precarious employment live … Read More
Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
The weather over the last few weeks has finally started to warm up and that means you most likely have already designed, if not planted your garden. Today, we’re sharing tips to up your chances of success. To start, all gardens will need the following to help their plants grow well: LIGHT – Plants need, full sun, for at least … Read More