This is not a joke. This is not a drill.
#COVID19
is spreading widely & you need to pay attention.
Cancel parties and ALL get-togethers. That means movie nights, games nights, study groups - being around anyone who is not your roommate or significant other.
#WesternU
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⚠️ URGENT NOTICE FOR YOUNG ADULTS:
In the last 48 hours,
#LdnOnt
and
#Middlesex
County have reported 244 cases of COVID-19. 132 are in young adults 18-22. You read that correctly. Over 50% of all new COVID-19 cases in the last two days are young adults. /1
Starting October 31, proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required for anyone over the age of 12 who enters an indoor area of a sports or recreational fitness facility to participate in, coach, officiate, or watch organized sport.
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PLEASE SHARE THIS MESSAGE. We have the chance RIGHT NOW to prevent the spread of
#COVID19
and save lives. Please stay home, exercise
#PhysicalDistancing
and limit any contact with others.
We’re all in this together. ♥️
Learn more:
#PlankTheCurve
Alright friends, let’s go for the gold and ✌️🏼
#GetVaxxed
. You have the power to protect yourself, your family, your friends, and all the other people in your community.
#ThisIsOurShot
♥️
Throughout the galaxy,
#PublicHealth
forces are deploying its attack against the evil Coronavirus. Be ready to bare your arms!
#MayThe4thBeWithYou
P.S. The social media intern animated this short film. Happy
#StarWarsDay
, friends.
Today
#MLHU
is happy to report 0
#COVID19
outbreaks in Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes in London and Middlesex County. That’s good news! Let’s keep fighting this virus to protect our community, especially our most vulnerable. ♥️
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
Effective Saturday, July 18, it will be mandatory to wear a face covering in all indoor enclosed public spaces across London and Middlesex County. Read more:
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
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Roll up your sleeves! AstraZeneca is now available for adults 40+ at pharmacy locations in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
. When you’re eligible, get the shot that’s offered to you first! All
#COVID19
vaccines available in Ontario are safe, effective & approved by Health Canada.
#VaccinesWork
A number so good we had to share it! We’ve officially reached 200K doses of vaccine administered in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
- let’s keep rolling up those sleeves! Every dose of vaccine given in our community gets us one step closer to being together again. ❤️ /1
Incredible news! As of today, one million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
.
Even in the midst of the Omicron wave, we must celebrate the impact of the vaccine in reducing the severity of illness, hospitalizations, and deaths. Thread ⬇️ /1
“I ask you again, please wear a mask.”
Have a safe and happy weekend, friends. ❤️ And if you must leave the house for essential reasons, keep your distance and mask up!
#BernieBandwagon
#BernieMemes
In a significant development,
#MLHU
will be receiving a 70% increase in its allocation of COVID-19 vaccine over the next several weeks. This will allow
#MLHU
to deliver more vaccine to more people in our region, with greater speed and efficiency.
Thread ⬇️
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Dr. Chris Mackie,
#MLHU
Medical Officer of Health and CEO is strongly recommending that all bars, dine-in restaurants, nightclubs, and theatres close ASAP, and remain closed for at least the next two weeks, in order to prevent the further spread of COVID-19.
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
Exciting news! ⬇️ To everyone who’s rolled up their sleeves, to all the healthcare workers putting needles in arms, and to everyone behind the scenes working non-stop to make it all happen - THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
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Celebrate healthy eating in March! Enter the
#MLHU
Nutrition Month Giveaway. LIKE and RETWEET this post for your chance to win 1 of 3 Instant Pots (6 quart, 10-in-1) to help you make quick, easy and healthy meals. Winners will be selected Monday, April 1. Good luck! /1
We’ve been impressed with the efforts of the
@WesternU
students who have helped limit the spread of
#COVID19
recently. You’ve stayed away from big gatherings & parties, kept
#PhysicalDistance
, worn your masks & kept your
#SocialCircles
small.
When
@ONThealth
notifies you that more than 50% of adults in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
have received at least 1 dose of vaccine. This is HUGE!
THANK YOU to everyone who’s rolled up their sleeves and protected our community. Let’s keep this momentum going!
#ThisIsOurShot
#GetVaxxed
Over 50% of all adults in
@MLHealthUnit
have received at least one dose of a
#COVID19
vaccine! Learn more about eligibility and book your vaccine appointment through or by calling 226-289-3560
"Hey Kids!" Thanks for having your "Eyes on the Prize" in the "Relentless" fight against COVID. Truly some "People's Champ" vibes following
@WesternU
's vaccine policy (as seen "On Paper" ⬇️).
Don't make a wish at 11:11, book your shot now so we can hang at 12:34.
#WesternU
Following a unanimous vote by its members at a meeting held on Monday, March 7th, the Middlesex-London Board of Health announced today that it has recommended Dr. Alex Summers become the new Medical Officer of Health for the Middlesex-London Health Unit.
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As
#MLHU
closes the doors at the Western Fair District mass vaccination clinic tonight, we’d like to say THANK YOU to the incredible MLHU staff and partners in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
for contributing to the most historic vaccination effort in the 21st century.
Over the past three…
UPDATE: COVID-19 is spreading rapidly and widely in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
. Due to the high transmissibility of the Omicron variant, effective immediately,
#MLHU
is managing all cases of COVID-19 in London and Middlesex County as the Omicron variant. /1
Remember when you had to worry about infectious diseases like polio? We don’t either! Why? Because
#VaccinesWork
. But we all have to do our part and get vaccinated, now more than ever.
RT/share during National Immunization Awareness Week! Learn more
@ImmunizedotCa
#NIAW2021
PLEASE SHARE THIS MESSAGE.
All travellers returning to Canada from abroad are asked to self-isolate at home for 14 days, whether they have symptoms or not.
Learn how to self-isolate: .
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
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INCREDIBLE! 80.1% of residents in
#Middlexsex
-
#LdnOnt
aged 12 and above have received at least 1 dose of COVID-19 vaccine!! Second doses aren’t far behind at 62.8%. Way to
#GetVaxxed
, friends! Let’s get these numbers even higher -
#ThisIsOurShot
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Have a curve-flattening Easter weekend, friends. Stay safe and stay strong! ♥️
#FlattenTheCurve
#EasterAtHome
❌ DO NOT have guests for Easter dinner or other events.
✅ DO USE technology to connect with friends and family.
In just over 1 month, COVID case counts have dropped significantly in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
. We should be proud - your efforts to
#StopTheSpread
&
#GetVaxxed
have made the difference.
Let’s keep this momentum going as we enter Step 2 of reopening Ontario (June 30). You got this! 🙌🏼
Sorry to disappoint, but the vaccines won’t turn you into the next Marvel Superhero - they can’t change your DNA! However, your immune system will have super powers. 🦸 😜
Misinformation is out there. Get the info from reliable sources like
@GovCanHealth
.
#NIAW2021
#VaccinesWork
AMAZING! Over 500,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in our region since the 1st dose was given, just over 6 months ago. Thank you
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
for helping reach this milestone. Let’s keep the momentum going!
#GetVaxxed
#TwoDoseSummer
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For all Canadians, tomorrow is a good day to reflect on our nation’s dark roots. The ongoing tragic legacy of colonization, including the abuses & lives lost at residential schools, has affected all Indigenous Peoples and is one that we must ensure is never forgotten or repeated.
PLEASE SHARE WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW.
The
#COVID19
situation is changing rapidly. We must be prepared for the spread of COVID-19 in our community. One of the best things we can do for each other is to stay home if we’re sick. /1
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
#MLHU
has declared a community
#COVID19
outbreak after three
@WesternU
students tested positive yesterday. In addition, MLHU was also notified of two additional, associated cases today who are also
#WesternU
students. Media Release:
#LdnOnt
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COVID is sweaty, cough hard, breathing heavy
So go get the vaccine already, mom’s spaghetti
Is waiting, but to visit please be immune-ready
…
You only need two shots, to let your immunity grow
The opportunities come with every clinic, yo
#PublicHealthRapBattle
@TBDHealthUnit
Flu or COVID-19? It might be hard to tell the difference, so avoid them both! Let’s keep Mariah Carey’s Merry Christmas album the only thing going viral this season.
#AllIWantForChristmasIsNoFlu
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We need a two-dose summer to get back to restaurants, hockey games, concerts, school and hanging out with family and friends.
Let’s not throw away our shot. Get your second dose ASAP, so that we can get back to the things we love. ♥️
#ThisIsOurShot
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With Health Canada’s imminent approval of the COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds,
#MLHU
’s planning to vaccinate children in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
is already well underway.
Stay tuned for more info/details. We anticipate updates from the Federal & Provincial governments soon. /1
Great news! With 17,000 doses of Moderna vaccine expected to arrive early next week, and a similar amount the following week,
#MLHU
is extending second dose appointment re-booking to anyone who got their first dose on or before May 9.
#LdnOnt
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Let’s go
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
, roll up those sleeves! Starting Tuesday, May 18 at 8AM, adults 18+ (born in 2003 and turning 18 in 2021) can book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in London and Middlesex County at .
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AstraZeneca + Moderna = fully vaccinated
Pfizer + Moderna = fully vaccinated
Moderna + Moderna = fully vaccinated
You get the idea. All paths lead to
#FullyVaxxed
! It doesn’t matter what brand of mRNA vaccine you get for your second dose. ✌️🏼✌️🏼
#GetDoubleVaxxed
Check this out!
#MLHU
’s data dashboard now features the vaccination status of people who tested positive for COVID.
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In the past 6 weeks:
➡️ 67% (175/260) of people who tested positive were not vaccinated
➡️ Nobody who was fully vaccinated was hospitalized
Costume: $30
Attending a house party with more than 10 people: $750
Hosting a house party with more than 10 people: $10,000
Staying home and staying safe with your household: Priceless 💞
#Halloween2020
👻🐈⬛
#LdnOnt
@lpsmediaoffice
@CityofLdnOnt
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Thank you to our library partners for helping older adults in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
book COVID-19 vaccine appointments!
Starting today,
@londonlibrary
&
@MXCountyLibrary
branches will call library cardholders to ensure they have the info they need to book a vaccination appointment.
Take a look at this real-life example of how quickly
#COVID19
can spread and how
#PublicHealth
authorities work to put out sparks and fires through the incredible work of contact tracing. Help them by keeping your contacts low!
#MLHU
, in consultation with
@CityofLdnOnt
, has requested that the new restrictions announced yesterday by the Premier of Ontario be extended to the London and Middlesex region.
#LdnOnt
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#MLHU
and
@hivaidsconnect
have been notified that the Government of Ontario has approved the application for a permanent Consumption and Treatment Service (CTS) in London, at 446 York Street. Learn more:
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
Starting Friday, the Moderna XBB COVID-19 vaccine will be available at the
#MLHU
’s Western Fair vaccination clinic to individuals at high-risk for influenza and/or COVID-19-related complications or hospitalization, health care workers, and first responders.
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
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Exciting news! The
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
region’s second COVID-19 vaccination clinic is now open at the Caradoc Community Centre in Mount Brydges.
Today Anne Doherty, who is an essential caregiver to her elderly parents in long-term care, received the first vaccine at the facility
Are you between the ages of 12 and 17? Exciting news! Starting Sunday May 23 at 8AM, youth 12+ can book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in London and Middlesex County at .
#LdnOnt
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IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Ontario Government has implemented new public health measures to stop the spread of COVID-19 and avoid future lockdowns. Full details here:
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
Shout out to all the 12 to 17-year-olds out there! We absolutely love seeing such a jump in youth getting ✌️🏼 vaxxed. More than 72% of individuals 18+ have now received at least one dose in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
.
We are proud. ♥️ Let’s keep this going!
#GetVaxxed
#ThisIsOurShot
Today,
#MLHU
is reporting 46 people have tested positive for
#COVID19
, eclipsing yesterday’s record of 38 cases.
This is a wake-up call. PLEASE do not gather indoors. With the holidays fast approaching, conduct any and all gatherings and festivities virtually.
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
This just in! We’ve achieved an incredible milestone.
From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU to each and every person in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
for protecting yourself and our community. It might be cheesy, and you’ve heard it a million times before, but we’re
#InThisTogether
. ♥️
#MLHU
is encouraging parents and guardians of children age 5 or who will be turning 5 before the end of the year, up to age 11, to have their kids roll up their sleeves.
#Middlesex
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NOW is the most important time to limit the spread of
#COVID19
. NOW is the most crucial time to stay home and stay safe.
We’re all in this together.
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
Yesterday’s announcement from the Ontario Government to pause the administration of AstraZeneca was made out of an abundance of caution - and not because the AstraZeneca vaccine was proven unsafe or not worthwhile.
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
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In case you’re wondering, here’s
#MLHU
’s tent for tonight’s “Doses Till Dark” 🌆🌛 pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic. We’re setup in front of Jack’s on Richmond Row at the corner of Richmond St. & Angel St. in downtown
#LdnOnt
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London and Middlesex County are gradually reopening, but that doesn’t mean
#COVID19
is gone. The virus is still here.
That’s why
#MLHU
strongly recommends wearing face coverings in all public spaces, including retail, food, and commercial establishments.
#LdnOnt
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Not gonna lie, we’re crying over here. What’s your reason for getting vaccinated? Keep the
#WhatsYourWhy
stories coming!
Whether you’ve received your vaccine, or you’re patiently waiting your turn, thank you. You’re giving our community hope for better days ahead. ❤️
#GetVaxxed
Starting today,
#MLHU
is extending second dose appointment re-booking to anyone who got their first dose of vaccine on or before May 30th and would like an earlier second dose. Book online at
Learn more:
#LdnOnt
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#MLHU
will expand shortened second dose intervals to all individuals 12+ starting Monday, June 28. The decision follows the Province’s announcement Friday to expand shortened intervals to all those 18+.
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
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#MLHU
stands with
#OurLondonFamily
We are mourning this senseless tragedy and we extend our deepest sympathies to the surviving family members and community who must now find a way forward, when their whole world has stopped making sense. /1
If you are 18-22, it is critical that you cancel all parties, social gatherings, and hangouts. STAY AT HOME.
Thanks for doing your part.
#LdnOnt
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#LdnOnt
and
#Middlesex
County are moving to the Orange-Restrict level of Ontario’s COVID-19 Response Framework on Monday, March 1.
We should be proud of this accomplishment! But please don’t let your guard down. AVOID INDOOR GATHERINGS and limit close contacts to your household.
We are making progress! As vaccine eligibility expands quickly over the next few weeks, please be ready to book your appointment. You got this,
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
. 💪
We know this is complicated, so we asked the summer intern to help us out.
Parties = higher risk of
#COVID19
Please retweet/share with anyone you know who needs a reminder. Thank you! ♥️
Walk-in vaccination clinics popping up in a neighbourhood near you! Check out the full schedule here:
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
Please share and tell a friend. We need everyone to ✌️🏼✌️🏼
#GetDoubleVaxxed
by the time classes are back in September.
#ThisIsOurShot
Two superheros with dose
#1
in their arms. Thanks
@MLHealthUnit
for the caring staff, stress balls and stickers, and to
@masks4allCanada
for keeping us safe while we were there.
Opioid poisoning can affect anyone.
It does not discriminate.
It’s preventable.
Harm reduction is a route into treatment.
Share kindness, respect and love.
We can make a difference.
...
Please RT this msg on International
#OverdoseAwarenessDay
#OverdoseAware
#EndOverdose
Another Superhero sighting at an
#MLHU
COVID-19 vaccination clinic today! Dress up as your favourite superhero and come join us for your 1st, 2nd, or booster dose (if eligible). You never know who might be flying by! Walk-ins welcome.
#FamilyDay
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
Good morning, London!
#MLHU
emergency preparedness volunteers and the
@CityofLdnOnt
’s emergency planning team are handing out face masks today
@LTCLdnOnt
bus hubs. If you need a mask, visit us and say hi. We’ll be happy to provide one to those need!
#LdnOnt
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Starting May 11 at 8AM, essential workers who cannot work from home (Group 2, Phase 2 of Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccination plan) and individuals with at-risk health conditions such as dementia, diabetes and sickle cell disease can book a vaccine appointment in
#Middlesex
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On Thursday between 10AM & 4PM,
#MLHU
will hold a walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Citi Plaza to provide 1st doses to those who haven’t been able to get vaccinated due to significant barriers, including limited transportation options. No appt is necessary.
#LdnOnt
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Another vaccination milestone! More than 90% of individuals 12+ in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
are now fully vaccinated with two doses of COVID-19 vaccine. Way to go, let’s keep it up! 🙌🏽
Be good to yourself and others this weekend, friends. We’ve been living this “COVID life” for 10 months and we know it’s really hard right now. It’s been a tough year - and
#COVID19
has impacted everyone. Let’s
#BeCOVIDKind
💕
Here are the facts. ⬇️ If you’re unvaccinated, you’re about 5x more likely to end up in hospital and 10x more likely to end up in the ICU.
#VaccinesWork
#COVID19
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Typically, we post our updated
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
vaccination numbers on Tuesday, but today we’re switching it up. Here’s a breakdown of the vaccination status of COVID cases in the last 6 weeks. ⬇️
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Following the Provincial government’s announcement on Wednesday that a vaccine passport will be implemented across Ontario as of September 22,
#MLHU
is calling on all businesses to implement workplace COVID-19 vaccination policies.
#LdnOnt
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IMPORTANT REMINDER: If you returned to Canada after March break, self-isolate at home for 14 days, whether you have symptoms or not.
#COVID19
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
PLEASE SHARE THIS MESSAGE.
All travellers returning to Canada from abroad are asked to self-isolate at home for 14 days, whether they have symptoms or not.
Learn how to self-isolate: .
#LdnOnt
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#MLHU
is moving! On Monday, March 30, 2020, all clinics, classes and services will be available at our new location inside Citi Plaza. Learn more:
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
How does
#COVID19
spread? Check out this visualization of a
#WesternU
student outbreak. Every day interactions like sharing car rides, playing basketball, watching sports/TV and meeting up with friends can spread this virus. It’s not just parties.
#LdnOnt
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UPDATE: The Ontario Government has announced that elementary and secondary schools in London and Middlesex County will return to in-person learning on Monday, February 1. Learn more:
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
A team of nurses in the Paediatric Emergency Department at LHSC organized this photo to help lift the spirits of teams at other hospitals, and are hoping to inspire them to participate by holding their country’s flag in front of their hospital.
#MLHU
has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at Delilah’s, located at 209 John Street in London, after 15 patrons who attended the restaurant tested positive for COVID-19.
#LdnOnt
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Following today’s announcement from the Ontario government, all individuals 18 years of age and older in
#Middlesex
-
#LdnOnt
will be able to receive a second booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine starting Thursday, July 14 at 8AM. /1
With increased vaccine supply in the region and guidance from the Province,
#MLHU
,
@SW_PublicHealth
and
@HPPublicHealth
will expand eligibility for COVID-19 vaccination to additional priority groups in Phase 1 of Ontario’s Vaccination Plan.
#LdnOnt
#Middlesex
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