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September 2023 Board of Health Meeting - July 2023 - Monthly SafePoint Site Operations Update Information Report

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BACKGROUND

Overview

SafePoint officially opened on Wednesday, April 26th, 2023, serving clients 7 days per week between the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily.
In order to ensure transparency related to SafePoint operations, the Board of Health will be provided with regular updates.

Application Status

On July 21st, 2023, the WECHU received a letter from the federal government authorizing the requested Supervised Consumption Services (SCS) exemption.

September 2023 Board of Health Meeting - 2022 - 2025 Strategic Plan Q2 Information Report

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PREPARED BY:

Planning and Strategic Initiatives Department

DATE:

September, 21 2023

SUBJECT:

2022 - 2025 Strategic Plan Q2 Report

BACKGROUND/PURPOSE

The WECHU’s 2022-2025 Refreshed Strategic Plan provides strategic direction to the organization. The plan defines the organizational vision, goals, and objectives to engage staff and support local public health outcomes within the community- with a specific focus on priority populations.

September 2023 Board of Health Meeting - Annual Service Plan Q2 2023 Information Report

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PREPARED BY:

Planning and Strategic Initiatives Department

DATE:

September 21, 2023

SUBJECT:

Annual Service Plan Q2 2023 Reporting

Use of Interferon-Gamma Release Assay (IGRA)

IGRA assesses for past exposure to Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is more specific for the bacteria than the Tuberculin Skin Test and is not affected by past BCG vaccination. More information can be found in the Canadian TB Standards, 7th edition, Chapter 4.

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News Release: Boil Water Advisory Issued for All Consumers of the Wheatley Water Distribution System

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has issued a Boil Water Advisory for waterline system consumers serviced by the Wheatley Water Distribution System, specifically:

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News Release: Precautionary Boil Water Advisory For Town of Kingsville Has Been Rescinded

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit advises users that consecutive water samples have been taken and meet drinking water quality standards. Our staff will continue to work closely with Union Water Supply System and will ensure consumers are notified of any water quality changes.

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News Release: Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Issued For Town of Kingsville

Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, Medical Officer of Health, has issued a Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for the Town of Kingsville, specifically for the identified area below: