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Public Health "Working Together to Build a Healthy Community" For specific health related questions, please contact your health care professional directly.

We provide programs and services to the citizens of Chatham-Kent in accordance with the Ontario Public Health Standards. These programs are provincially funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, Ministry of Child and Youth, Health Canada, and the Municipality of Chatham-Kent and are brought to you by a qualified team of professionals including:

Community Outreach and Public Relations Officer
Dental Assistants
Dental Hygienists
Epidemiologists
Planning & Evaluation Specialist
Program Assistants
Public Health Educators
Public Health Inspectors
Public Health Nurses
Public Health Nutritionists
Student Nutrition Program Coordinator
Tobacco Enforcement Officer
Youth Engagement Coordinator

Chatham-Kent Public Health Only Provides General Public Health Information

The Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit (CKPHU) does not collect, use, or disclose personal health information or provide health consultations through third party social media websites including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and blog sites. You may also contact the CKPHU by telephone at 519-352-7270 or 1-866-251-7270. Content Policy
User comments do not represent the views of the CKPHU or the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. To protect your own privacy and the privacy of others, please do not include personal information including personal health information, phone numbers and email addresses in your comments. The CKPHU monitors user comments and may engage in dialogue with users. CKPHU cannot commit to replying to all user comments. User comments are moderated during regular business hours. If applicable, comments will be addressed within one business day. The CKPHU reserves the right to edit or remove comments that it deems, at it's sole discretion, to be inappropriate or likely to impede the normal flow of discussion, including but not limited to comments that are sharing misinformation, abusive, insulting, inaccurate, irrelevant, or unintelligible. The CKPHU may also remove comments that are posted by a user who is not the author.

10/22/2026

UPDATE: Please note that CK Public Health phone lines are currently back up and running. You can reach us at 519-352-7270.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

10/14/2026

⚠ CK Public Health Warns of Increased Drug Poisonings in Chatham-Kent ⚠

CK Public Health is issuing an alert about an increase in drug poisonings (overdoses) and unexpected reactions to substances in Chatham-Kent.

From October 9 to October 13, 2026, CK EMS responded to 13 suspected opioid poisoning calls, an average of three calls per day, exceeding the community's usual rate of opioid-related emergency calls.

Local partners have noted increased use of naloxone, strong sedation, and concerns about a highly toxic drug supply.

This serves as an important reminder that the unregulated drug supply is unpredictable and always changing. Substances may not be what individuals expect, increasing the risk of harm or death.

Share this warning to help raise awareness and reduce the risk of drug poisonings.

To view the current Opioid Surveillance Report visit: www.ckphu.com/opioids

To read the full media release, and learn what you should do in case of overdose or if you use substances, please visit www.ckphu.com/newsroom

10/14/2026

Every child is different, and understanding the signs of readiness can help make toilet learning a smoother experience.💙

Join our free virtual parenting program to learn when your child may be ready and how to confidently support them through the process.

📅 October 28 | ⏰ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Register today: 📱 519-359-6413 📞 519-352-7270 ext. 2903

View our full parenting program series at: www.ckphu.com/parenting-classes

10/13/2026

✅ Plan ahead for fall vaccinations.

COVID-19, flu, and RSV continue to circulate during the fall and winter months. Getting vaccinated is one of the most effective ways to reduce your risk of serious illness.

COVID-19 and flu vaccines for the general public are expected to be available starting October 26, 2026.

Learn more about eligibility, clinic locations, and booking options: www.ckphu.com/respiratory-illness

View the full media release at: www.ckphu.com/newsroom

10/13/2026

Help Your Child See Their Best! 👓✨

Did you know that vision problems can be difficult for children to recognize and explain? Regular eye exams can help identify issues early, supporting healthy development, learning, and daily activities.

✅ Eye exams are covered by OHIP for children and youth 19 and under.

The Ontario Association of Optometrists recommends:
👶 First eye exam at 6 months
🧒 Second eye exam between 2-3 years
📚 Eye exam every year starting at age 4

Early detection can make a big difference. Book your child's eye exam today and help set them up for success.

🔍 Find an optometrist near you: https://optom.on.ca/find-an-optometrist

10/07/2026

⚠ OFFICE CLOSURE ⚠

CK Public Health offices will be closed on Monday October 12, 2026, for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

❗️PLEASE NOTE: Acceptance of well water samples will be paused starting Friday, October 9 at 11:00 a.m. until regular office hours resume on Tuesday, October 13 at 8:30 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

10/05/2026

This Breastfeeding Awareness Week, we're celebrating the parents, babies, and support networks that make every feeding journey unique. 💙

Whether you're expecting, breastfeeding, or simply looking for guidance, CK Public Health's Lactation Consultants are here to help with free, evidence-based support every step of the way.

✅ One-on-one consultations
✅ Breastfeeding classes
✅ Breastfeeding Parlour support group

Find the support that's right for you: www.ckphu.com/Parenting-Classes

09/24/2026

🌱 Looking for a rewarding way to give back to your community?

We're recruiting a Community Garden Volunteer Coordinator to help support community gardens across Chatham-Kent. This volunteer role is a great opportunity to connect with local garden leaders, support community projects, build leadership skills, and make a meaningful impact.

✅ Mentoring and training provided
✅ Gain hands-on experience
✅ Support local food access and healthy communities

Learn more and apply: www.ckphu.com/community-gardens

09/22/2026

⚠️ Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus ⚠️

🦟CK Public Health has received laboratory confirmation that mosquitoes collected Sept 15th, 2026, from a trap in Tilbury have tested positive for West Nile Virus. These are the first positive mosquitoes identified from this trap this season.

📉 To monitor weekly data from our West Nile Virus surveillance program, please visit: www.ckphu.com/ticks-mosquitoes/

📰To read the full media release, please visit: www.ckphu.com/newsroom

09/21/2026

⚠ Media Release ⚠

Every Life Matters: CK Public Health Encourages Those in Crisis to Reach Out for Help

CK Public Health is reminding residents that deaths related to su***de are preventable and that support is available for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.

Speaking at the recent Chatham-Kent Board of Health meeting, Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health for CK Public Health, highlighted the stigma surrounding su***de and stressed the importance of reducing that stigma.

Read the full media release here: www.ckphu.com/newsroom

Address

435 Grand Avenue W
Chatham, ON
N7L3Z4

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15193527270

Website

http://www.ckphu.com/

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