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Get Immunized Against Influenza

KFL&A Public Health is reminding residents that it is important to get your flu shot to protect vulnerable people such as the elderly and those who are too young to be immunized.  We recommend that all KFL&A area residents, not just the young and the elderly, get immunized as soon as the vaccine becomes available. 

“Getting immunized against influenza early offers the greatest protection. Waiting to be immunized until influenza is in our community is too late,” said Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical...

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November is Radon Action Month

During National Radon Action Month, KFL&A Public Health is encouraging all residents to test their homes for radon.

Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in rocks and soils. You cannot see, taste or smell radon. It can enter buildings through cracks in foundation floors and walls, gaps in pipes, open floor drains, or any other area of exposed soil. In confined spaces like a home, radon can build up to high levels becoming a health risk. The...

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Keep Schools Open and Safe

Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases in schools in the KFL&A region, we understand that many local families may be feeling some uncertainty about sending students to school. We recognize your concerns and want to reassure you that the health and safety of students and staff is our priority. We are working together with school boards to take all necessary steps to prevent further spread of the virus both in the school and the community.“We are confident in the school’s protocols and recognize the...

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Confirmed Positive COVID-19 Case at Maple Country Home & Farm Ltd.

Kingston – Today, Dr. Hugh Guan, Acting Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health confirms a COVID-19 positive case at Maple Country Home & Farm Ltd. at 3851 Davidson Side Road, Inverary.

KFL&A Public Health recommends that individuals who attended Maple Country Home & Farm on Monday, October 4, 2021, through to Saturday October 10, 2021, to self-monitor for symptoms for 10 days from their last visit at this business. We recommend all individuals affected by this exposure go for testing even if...

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KFL&A Public Health Issues Letter of Instruction to Protect Officials in Indoor Sports

Kingston – Today, Dr. Hugh Guan, Acting Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health issued a Letter of Instruction pursuant to Section 2 (2.1) of Schedule 1 of Ontario Regulation 364/20: Rules for Areas at Step 3 and at the Roadmap Exit Step to enforce required proof of vaccination for volunteers, coaches, and officials participating or associated with indoor organized sports and recreation activities, effective 12:01 a.m. on October 5, 2021. Organized sports are defined as sports and...

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Confirmed COVID-19 Positive Case at Electoral Polling Station (St. Luke’s Anglican Church)

Kingston – Today, Dr. Hugh Guan, Acting Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health confirms a COVID-19 positive case at the electoral polling station (St. Luke’s Anglican Church) at 236 Nelson St, Kingston. 

KFL&A Public Health recommends that individuals who attended the electoral polling station at St. Luke’s Anglican Church on Monday, September 20, between 9 p.m. and 12 a.m. (midnight) to self-monitor for symptoms for 10 days. If symptoms develop, please seek testing and self-isolate. 

As part...

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Notice of Board of Health Meeting

Kingston—The Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington Board of Health’s September meeting will be hosted by virtual conference.Date:                              Wednesday, September 22, 2021Time:                             1:00 p.m. A copy of the Board agenda is attached.  Copies of the complete Board agenda, including all information items, are available upon request.

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Confirmed Positive COVID-19 Case at Grizzly Grill Bar and Restaurant in Kingston

Kingston – Today, Dr. Hugh Guan, Acting Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health confirms a COVID-19 positive case at The Grizzly Grill Bar and Restaurant at 395 Princess Street, Kingston. 

KFL&A Public Health recommends that individuals who attended The Grizzly Grill Bar and Restaurant on Thursday, September 16, 2021 between 10:25 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. to self-monitor for symptoms for 10 days. We recommend that individuals affected by this exposure get tested on or after seven days from the...

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Confirmed COVID-19 Positive Case on Canada Coach Megabus

Kingston— Today, KFL&A Public Health confirmed a COVID-19 positive case as a passenger of a Megabus route between Pearson International Airport in Toronto and Kingston, ON. KFL&A Public Health is unable to contact some of the passengers who may have been exposed.

Passengers who may be affected were on the following bus:

Saturday, September 11, 2021

• Departure: Toronto Pearson Airport at approximately 7:00 p.m.
• Arrival: Kingston Bus Terminal at 10:00 p.m.

Anyone who was on this bus route is asked to...

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Increasing COVID-19 Positive Cases in Kingston's University District

Kingston— Dr. Hugh Guan, Acting Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health confirms an increase in COVID-19 positive cases in young adults in the downtown core. All individuals that are experiencing symptoms should get tested for COVID-19. Additionally, unimmunized, or partially immunized individuals who have attended large gatherings in the university district should get tested, even if they don’t have symptoms.

KFL&A Public Health’s investigations have revealed transmission is occurring...

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