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WEC Health Unit

@TheWECHU

Official account of the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Monitored Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm Terms of Use: bit.ly/2O63eTA

Windsor, Ontario

Joined October 2014

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Summer is here, so your teen may be going to more parties. Take the Parent’s Party Pledge by letting your teen know that they can come to you when they need help or call you when they feel uncomfortable. Visit ow.ly/NwSE50ZqbbT to learn more.
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Children, youth, and adults need safe, caring places to grow and do well. To learn more, visit communityresilience.ca/building-conne…
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Do you catch yourself spending more time scrolling or channel surfing than moving? Let’s swap screen time for movement! Small changes add up - stretch, go for a walk, or dance to a song. Your body and mind will thank you. Learn more at wechu.org/physical-activ…[
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Are you expecting, or have you recently had a baby? WECHU offers free breastfeeding classes every month. Mark your calendars for our August classes: IN PERSON on Aug 13, from 6 – 8pm ONLINE on Aug 25, from 6 – 8pm Sign-up today or see our schedule at: ow.ly/yJFA50ZnQw3
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Jul 20
📍If you see new risks or trends in substance use in Windsor-Essex, sharing information can help guide stronger local response. The WECOSS Community Submission Portal is respectful, stigma-free & confidential. To submit: ow.ly/pjmZ50ZoXer #CommunitySafety #WindsorEssex
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Jul 17
Pregnant or recently had a baby and planning to breastfeed? Join WECHU’s FREE breastfeeding class for tips, support, and confidence from trusted experts. 94% of past participants say the class helped them feel more confident. Sign up today: ow.ly/fnrp50ZnvFF
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Jul 17
Weekly beach water results are in: Swimming is not recommended at Cedar Beach, Colchester Beach, Holiday Beach, Lakeshore Lakeview Park West Beach and Point Pelee Northwest Beach. All other public beaches are open. For more info on beach water, visit ow.ly/clyE50ZoULI
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Jul 17
Strong relationships grow when parents and children show they care, stay calm, and work through hard times together. For more information, visit ow.ly/zMqK50Znw7W
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Jul 16
Protect your family from mosquito bites with these tips: 🦟 Use insect repellent with DEET or icaridin 🦟 Wear long sleeved shirts & pants when mosquitoes are active 🦟 Remove standing water around your home Learn more: ow.ly/3R3G50ZnvCJ #FightTheBite
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Jul 16
Taking food to summer party? Be food safe: ✅ Keep cold food cold by packing it in a cooler with ice packs ✅ Keep hot food hot by placing warm dishes in insulated bags or wrapping them in foil and towels ✅ Keep cold & hot items separated ow.ly/Jb5Z50ZnvzA
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Jul 16
Why test during pregnancy? Many infections don’t show symptoms which can lead to severe complications for you and your baby. Routine screening in the first 3 months can reduce risk to your baby. Learn more: ow.ly/6bcu50ZnviB #TestduringPregnancy #SexualHealth
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Jul 15
Before you order, make sure the home based business you’re choosing is inspected. Check their inspection report online at wechu.org/inspections Can’t find the report? Let us know.
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Jul 15
Environment Canada has issued a SPECIAL AIR QUALITY STATEMENT for Windsor-Essex County due to smoke from forest fires. For more info about air quality, visit ow.ly/akgK50W1TRS To get notified of changes in air quality, download WeatherCan at ow.ly/NCu250W1TRV
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Jul 15
Beach conditions can change quickly, especially after weather changes. Stay informed and stay safe – check daily beach water results before heading to the water: ow.ly/gpUU50ZnvbJ