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Be Prepared. Know Your Risks: Emergency Preparedness Week – May 7 to 13
Posted on Thursday, May 04, 2023 09:28 AM
Whitby, Ontario – This year, Emergency Preparedness Week runs from May 7 to 13, and the Region of Durham has exciting things planned, including:
- Launching Durham’s completely re-imagined At the Ready guide. A no-fuss approach to emergency preparedness.
- Introducing a brand-new Flood Ready Durham website containing valuable information on flooding, what you can do to reduce the risks, and what the Region is doing to help.
Additionally, this year’s general theme is “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks.” and...
Health Department begins 2023 West Nile virus surveillance activities
Posted on Thursday, May 04, 2023 09:08 AM
Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has started West Nile virus surveillance and control activities for the season.
West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne disease that is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes become infected by feeding on the blood of birds that carry the virus. The disease is not passed from person to person or from bird to person. Since 2001, West Nile virus has been found in birds, mosquitoes, horses and humans in Ontario. In 2022,...
Rabies Awareness Month: Health Department reminds pet owners that rabies vaccination is mandatory
Posted on Monday, May 01, 2023 10:44 AM
Whitby, Ontario - May is Rabies Awareness Month and Durham Region Health Department is reminding the public that the rabies vaccination is mandatory for pets, while stressing the importance of keeping everyone, including children, away from wild animals. Rabies is a preventable disease which is most often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal.
"A key component of rabies prevention and control is responsible pet ownership, including rabies vaccination for all dogs and cats over three...
Business Count returns to Durham Region
Posted on Monday, May 01, 2023 10:18 AM
Whitby, Ontario – As part of an annual Region project to gather employment statistics and build a stronger local economy, businesses in Durham Region should expect a knock on their door this spring/summer. The Regional Municipality of Durham, Planning and Economic Development Department, is conducting a Business Count to gather statistics from local businesses about their operations.
Between May and August, the Region’s Business Count team is scheduled to visit all business establishments in...
Durham Region celebrates Asian Heritage Month
Posted on Monday, May 01, 2023 08:57 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“Today marks the beginning of Asian Heritage Month—a time to recognize and reflect on the significant contributions that Asian communities have made, and continue to make, to Canadian history, heritage and identity.
Throughout this month, we will celebrate the positive impact and achievements of Asian Canadians to the region; and we...
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