***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
Public Health Inspectors at the Helm of the COVID-19 Response
This week, we are shining a light on the role of our local Public Health Inspectors, or “PHI’s” as we affectionately refer to them as around here. Our PHI’s have been at the helm of the COVID-19 response across Chatham-Kent since the emergency was declared in our community. Who better to provide us with some insight on the role of … Read More
“We’re All In This Together” – Not just a trendy tagline!
The recent success of Chatham-Kent’s Long Term Care Home COVID-19 swabbing initiative has proven that enhanced public health measures established in response to the pandemic are working. On April 21, 2020, the province issued a new testing directive as part of Ontario’s COVID-19 Action Plan for Protecting Long Term Care Homes. CK Public Health, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA), Chatham-Kent EMS … Read More
Public Health Nurses Continue to Support Sexual Health
Public Health Nurses on our School Health and Infectious Diseases teams provide a number of sexual health services, including low-cost birth control, emergency contraception, testing for STIs, free pregnancy testing, and sexual health counselling. And, our dedicate nurses, like Lisa (pictured above), continue to offer these services during the pandemic. If you’ve ever been to our King Street location, you’ve … Read More
Navigating New Waters Requires All Hands on Deck
It has been said that one of the most crucial skills for a nurse to possess is the ability to adapt. CK Public Health nurses have proven that to be true in the face of the COVID-19 emergency being declared in Chatham-Kent. The CK Public Health Nurse Managers are no exception. Stacy, Marnie and Betty are all CK Public Health … Read More
Caring Knows No Boundaries
When you hear the word “Nurse”, what image comes to mind? Are they in scrubs? A nursing cap? You probably picture them in a mask, perhaps, and wearing comfortable shoes that allow them to pull long shifts on their feet. Are they travelling down a hospital hallway at warp speed? If you answered yes to any of the above, you’re … Read More
Happy Nurses Week 2020
Happy Nurses Week! This year looks a little different for most of our nurses at CK Public Health. COVID-19 has caused a major shift in the workloads of many. To celebrate the flexibility, dedication and scope of our Public Health Nurses, we will be sharing a number of roles that they have taken on over the last few months in … Read More
Can you imagine… living through COVID-19 if you had limits on your physical or intellectual abilities?
Can you imagine living through this COVID-19 pandemic if you had limits on your physical or intellectual abilities? Many in our community depend on other people as part of their daily routine. These individuals and families receive care from various workers from a variety of settings. The care they receive is vital to meet their physical needs and their safety, … Read More
Temporary Shelter – Now Open!
Temporary Shelter Now Open Municipality of Chatham-Kent’s Employment and Social Services division opened it’s doors to a temporary shelter this morning for community members who are experiencing homelessness. The need for the shelter increased over the last month when individuals who were previously “couch-surfing” were forced into absolute homelessness due to the pandemic. The shelter opened at the Exhibition Hall … Read More
Observing Ramadan During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Community members who are Muslim in Chatham-Kent, and around the world, are observing the month of Ramadan. But, for most, Ramadan will look different this year. Because COVID19 spreads through contact between people, the government of Ontario is not allowing gatherings of 5 or more people, including religious gatherings. People are also being encouraged to stay home except for essential … Read More
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Mary, Mary Quite Contrary, How Does Your Garden Grow? The popular nursery rhyme makes it seem so easy to start a garden, but there is a lot of information that you will want to consider if you are interested in starting one at home and growing your own produce. To help you get started, we’ve put together some basics to … Read More