Publications & Resources

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2006 Winter/Spring
Going Smoke-Free - The Smoke-Free Ontario Act Soon Comes into Effect (PDF)
Sight Lines - The Importance of Vision Testing for Children (PDF)
Don't Be in the Dark - All the Facts About Artificial Tanning (PDF)
Quit Buggin' Me, I'm On Vacation - Don't Let Insect Bites Ruin your Holiday (PDF)
Pandemic Influenza - Planning the Response in Perth County (PDF)
Car Seat Safety - Is your Car Seat Installed Correctly? (PDF)
Well Water Testing - THREE Tests You Don't Want to Forget (PDF)
New Location - The Health Unit heads Downtown! (PDF)

2005 Fall
The Flu: Are You Prepared? (PDF)
Alcohol and Pregnancy Don't Mix (PDF)
Booster Seats (PDF)
Do I Need to Treat my Water? (PDF)
Breastfeeding: Nature's Health Plan (PDF)
"The New Normal" Infection control in the aftermath of SARS (PDF)
Finding Balance - Resolving the work-life conflict (PDF)
Never Shake a Crying Baby (PDF)

2005 Summer
It Stinks to be Sick in Summer: Protect Your Children (PDF)
Garage Sale Alert! (PDF)
Self Esteem: The Key to a Happy Child (PDF)
It's Summertime and the Living is Too easy for Kids! (PDF)
Spare the Air (PDF)
Skin Cancer: Spot It and Stop It! (PDF)
West Nile Virus: Bite Back! (PDF)
Family Connection (PDF)

2005 Spring
Healthy Weights, Healthy Lives (PDF)
Tuberculosis: It Still Exists (PDF)
Your Child's Teeth Are More Important Than You Think (PDF)
Rabies In Ontario (PDF)
Children Learn What They Live (PDF)
Three New Vaccines (PDF)
Time To Clean Out and Lock Up Your Medicine (PDF)
Step Into Life (PDF)

2004 Winter
Potluck Pointers for your Holiday Party (PDF)
Family Vacations - Health and Safety Tips for Travelling with Children (PDF)
Responsible Party Hosting (PDF)
Let's Get Physical - How to Keep Children Active This Winter (PDF)
Do Bugs Need Drugs? (PDF)
Butt Out in 2005! The Ontario Quit Smoking Contest is Coming (PDF)
As They Grow - Milestones for the Growth and Development of Children (PDF)
Parenting Support - When and Where You Need It! (PDF)

2004 Fall
The Flu Shot: The Best Protection (PDF)
Vitamin D and Your Baby (PDF)
My Body My Choice (PDF)
All in a Day's Work (PDF)
Low-Carb Diets (PDF)
Programs for Parents (PDF)
Get the Picture! (PDF)
Upcoming Events (PDF)

2004 Summer
Protect Our Drinking Water (PDF)
Alcohol and Pregnancy Don't Mix (PDF)
Pacifiers: To Use or Not to Use and Sexual Health Clinic Hours (PDF)
Baby Walkers Banned! (PDF)
Baby Walkers Banned! continued (PDF)
Spring's Here! Are You and Your Pets Ready?(PDF)
Don't Let Diarrhea Cramp Your Style (PDF)
Wear a Mouthguard! (PDF)

2004 Spring
Do You Remember When You Had Your Last Tetanus Shot? (PDF)
Youth & Sex: We Need to Talk! (PDF)
Eat Well, Play Well (PDF)
Food Safety for Your Special Events (PDF)
Going Smoke-free in Perth County! (PDF)
Spring Into Action With All the Right Gear! (PDF)
Keeping Kids Safe on the Farm (PDF)

2003 Winter
When It Comes to Seatbelts, One Size Does Not Fit All (PDF)
The Facts on Fluoride (PDF)
Air Travel Tips (PDF)
Raising a Book-Loving Baby (PDF)
Questions About Your Child? We Have The Answers (PDF)
Tattooing and Body Piercing: Put Safety First (PDF)
It's Turkey Time! Ten Turkey Tips (PDF)
Dental Health - Baby Bottles/Sippy Cups (PDF)

2003 Fall
Get a Flu Shot... Protect Yourself - Protect Your Family - Protect Your Community - It's Time to Get a Flu Shot (PDF)
Healthy Food Costs on the Rise (PDF)
Thinking About Calling It Quits? We Can Help! (PDF)
Postpartum Depression Support Group - There Is Help Available (PDF)
Holiday Alert - Practice Safe Sun! (PDF)
Start Your Baby Off Right (PDF)
Do Bugs Need Drugs? (PDF)
Perth District Health Unit Launches New Workplace Wellness Program (PDF)

2003 Summer
New Children's Vaccines: Why Aren't All Ontario Children Protected? (PDF)
Petting Zoos: Hands and Hooves Can be a Bad Combination! (PDF)
The New Nutrition Label (PDF)
Garage Sale Alert! (PDF)
Having a "Bad Air Day?" (PDF)
Rabies (PDF)

2003 Spring
West Nile Virus (PDF)
Ask a Smoker to "Take It Outside!" & Wear Your Helmet Right! (PDF)
A Well Owner's Checklist (PDF)
Smart Serve (PDF)
Steps to a Healthy Smile (PDF)
"Keeping Kids Safe on the Farm" (PDF)

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