News Release: The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit provides updated recommendations for measles vaccination
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 4:00 pm | Windsor and Essex County
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2024-2025 COVID-19 Program Resources
A collection of COVID-19 resources for Health Care providers for 2024 and 2025
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine and Its Role in Cancer Prevention
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that can infect both males and females. HPV is spread from person to person during intimate contact. There are many types of HPV, some of which can cause genital warts and cancer. Cancers caused by HPV are largely preventable.
WECHU Maintain the Cold Chain Quick Reference Guide
Prepared by the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit for Community Vaccine Providers
Introduction
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s (WECHU) Maintain the Cold Chain Quick Reference Guide is intended to supplement the detailed information outlined in the Ontario Ministry of Health’s Vaccine Storage and Handling Guidelines.
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C (hep C) is an infection of the liver, caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV).
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B (Hep B) is an infection of the liver, caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV).
COVaxON Resources for Vaccinators
Download this consolidated reference guide of COVaxON resources for vaccinators.
Updated October 9, 2024
New Vaccine Fridge Set Up
Purpose-built refrigerators are preferred for vaccine storage.
Cold Chain Incident Resources
Cold chain incident resources including check list and reporting form
Vaccine Fridge Temperature Log Book
Download fillable/printable Vaccine Fridge Temperature Log Books in English or French