Health unit offices and service sites will be closed Monday, Feb. 17, 2025 for Family Day. For information about services unavailable that day, visit:

February is heart month. Prevention is key when it comes to cardiovascular disease. Learn how to help reduce risk:

The Canada Learning Bond provides money for children’s post-secondary education. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity. Check to see if you are eligible at MySmartFUTURE:

Attention Parents: The health unit's school immunization records assessment is expanding to Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB). For more information, please read our media release:

If you must travel during inclement weather, ensure that your car is equipped with an emergency kit and relay travel plans to friends or family and check in after arriving at your destination For more information on being prepared for an emergency, visit:

Are you pregnant? Questions about breastfeeding? Spaces are still available in our upcoming Prenatal Breastfeeding Information Sessions in Brockville on Feb. 11, or virtual on Mar. 20. More info and to register, visit: or call 1-800-660-5853, ext. 2467.

February is heart month – let's raise awareness about the importance of heart health and how we can improve it. Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada, and will directly or indirectly affect most of us at some point:

Get face-to-face and imitate to help your young child learn to talk. Copy sounds, words and actions while playing Simon-Says and during story time. Visit our website for ideas and moe information:

Sometimes there are things in our environment that we may not even know are unsafe for kids. Here are some simple and low-cost tips on ways to protect your kids from health risks you might not have heard much about.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or mental health concerns, visit:

Remember to replace your toothbrush every 3 months or if the bristles are worn. With Norovirus and respiratory season upon us, it's important to replace your toothbrush after you’re sick as well:

Purchased nicotine patches but unsure how to use them or the best dosage for you? Make an appointment at our cessation clinics to talk with a certified tobacco cessation coach. They can also provide counselling and answer questions. Book online here:

The South East Health Unit has an immediate opening for a full-time, term-status paralegal to work within the Corporate Services portfolio. To learn more about this position and to apply, visit:

New Medical Officer of Health and CEO for South East Health Unit talks with Doreen Barnes of YourTV Brockville about what's to come with public health in the region:

Suspect you have norovirus? Prevent the spread by: •practicing hand hygiene •not preparing or serving food or drink to others •not caring for others until 3 days after you recover •avoiding others until you are well again More information here:

January 27 is Family Literacy Day! Visit your local library and look for some of these wonderful books to share with your children when the snowflakes fall:

The reasons for quitting are stacking up; don’t put if off any longer. Try quitting today! Visit to find supports to help you quit. For local, in-person support, email quit@heathunit.org #nationalnonsmokingweek

We all slip up sometimes! That’s okay, just try again and don’t quit quitting! or for local, in-person support, email quit@healthunit.org #nationalnonsmokingweek

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) can help make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadians. For more information and to apply, visit:

Norovirus is spread though direct contact with infected people, contaminated food, water and surfaces. Vigilant hand washing and safe food preparation is key to preventing infection. Need a refresher on hand hygiene? Check this out: