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Official account for Durham Region Health Dept. (Ontario, Canada) Durham Health Connection Line: 1-800-841-2729. Not monitored 24/7. #PublicHealthProtects

Durham Region, ON
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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In the highly unlikely event of a nuclear incident, KI tablets will protect the thyroid gland from exposures to radioiodine. KI does not protect against other forms of radiation. To order a free supply or learn more, visit
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@StPatrick_DC
St Patrick Catholic School
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Thanks to our community partners who supported our Open House tonight including @DurhamHealth @ajax_fire P.R.Y.D.E. and the amazing parents of our own school council. The food and ice cream trucks were yummy too!!
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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Compassion helps to connect and heal us during difficult times. You can show #compassion to someone going through a difficult time with a comforting word or smile, a listening ear, or simply your time. Learn more #MentalHealthWeek
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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Do you have questions about food and healthy eating? 🍎 Check out our new webpage and learn about: 🥕 Healthy eating 🍽️ Meal ideas 🌡️ Food safety 🥣 Feeding your baby, and more! Visit
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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Have questions about your child's development, learning, speech or behaviour? Drop by EarlyON Child and Family Centres' FREE Ready, Set, Grow event for parents/caregivers of children birth to six years old. 💻 Learn more about your child's development
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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This #MentalHealthWeek , show #compassion and care towards yourself! ❤️ Go for a walk, spend time in nature, get enough sleep, practice mindfulness or learn ways to manage stress are ways to show compassion towards yourself. Learn more
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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This #MentalHealthWeek , show #compassion to your community through acts of kindness, like volunteering your time or helping a neighbour. Actions of #kindness and compassion inspire others to do the same! ❤️ Learn more ways to spread compassion:
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@RegionofDurham
Region of Durham
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Eligible families can get up to $2,000 for each child for free to save for post-secondary education through the Canada Learning Bond! 🎓 For eligibility and more information, visit . @DDSBSchools @DurhamCatholic
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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In the highly unlikely event of a nuclear incident, KI tablets can protect you & your family. All homes & businesses within 10 km of the Pickering & Darlington nuclear plants should have potassium iodide (KI) tablets on hand. 📽️ Watch our video:
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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Between May-Oct. 2024, @DurhamHealth will conduct surveillance & larviciding activities to control #WestNile virus. This includes weekly adult mosquito-trapping, dipping surface water sites, larviciding catch basins & stagnant surface water. Learn more
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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Remember to drink lots of water when you're thirsty. 💧 Water is good for your whole body, is free of sugar and is a refreshing way to quench your thirst! For more information about our programs and services, visit
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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This #MentalHealthWeek , show compassion to your family by speaking with kindness, listening without judgement, or reaching out to a loved one who may be struggling. Learn more
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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Are you age 12-18 & looking to get involved in your community? Apply to join the Durham Youth Health Group! Earn your community service hours. We are looking for youth who are interested in sharing their voice! Apply before May 31. Learn more
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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A recent food recall was linked to Salmonella. Reduce your risk of infection and learn more. Visit For the latest recalls, check out
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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Food Recall Warning: Western Family brand Yogurt covered pretzels and Milk chocolate covered pretzels recalled due to Salmonella
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@DurhamHealth
Durham Region Health Department
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It's #MentalHealthWeek ! This year’s theme is compassion. ❤️ #Compassion is showing kindness and care to others. Join us this week as we share ways you can show compassion to your family, community and to yourself each day.
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