Grey Bruce Health Unit annual report 2016 now available on-line

Dr. Hazel Lynn, acting Grey-Bruce medical officer of health is pleased to advise that the Grey Bruce Health Unit annual report 2016 is now available on-line.

The report provides an overview of the significant achievements for public health in Grey and Bruce counties throughout 2016. The information covers both the mandatory programs as well as several special initiatives.

Achievements include updates on community engagement with all levels of local government moving forward health equity; the launch of our naloxone, fentanyl Patch 4 Patch and updated harm reduction initiatives; the Above-Standards Housing Project; expanded lyme disease surveillance; food safety, and smoke-free efforts including the enforcement of the new Electronic Cigarette Act.

In addition to electronic distribution, printed copies are available upon request.

"We hope the Grey Bruce Health Unit annual report 2016 will provide you with a better understanding of our work in Grey-Bruce as we strive to make a healthier future for all," said Lynn.

To view the report, visit: www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Portals/0/Documents/Publications/Annual%20Reports/Annual%20Report_2016.pdf?ver=2017-12-04-090923-097&timestamp=1512578443337