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Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health in Ontario. We promote and protect the health of our communities. Account not monitored 24/7. Stay Well 🍏

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WDG Public Health @wdgpublichealth.bsky.social · 1d

🌍 October is #IWALKandIWHEEL Month! Students worldwide are walking & wheeling to school—staying active & helping the planet. 👟 🚴🛴🦽 Let’s make active travel part of the daily routine! 💪👟

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Photo of a two young boys riding beside each other on scooters. Both are wearing a helmet and backpack. Overlay text: “Join the movement." Logos for IWalk & IWheel, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health and Green Communities Canada appear at the bottom.

WDG Public Health @wdgpublichealth.bsky.social · 2d

Public Health offices will be closed on Monday, October 13 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Normal operating hours will resume on Tuesday, October 14. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/46Ekvei.

An announcement graphic for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health's Thanksgiving hours.

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CTV News Kitchener @ctvnewskitchener.bsky.social · 10d

WDG Public Health opens bookings for fall flu and COVID-19 vaccinations

Officials said anyone six months of age and older is eligible. Both vaccines can be administered in the same visit.

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WDG Public Health @wdgpublichealth.bsky.social · 10d

Happy #IWALK&IWHEEL Month! 👟 🚴 🦽 🛴
Walking & wheeling to school =
✅ Healthy bodies
✅ Sharper minds
✅ Less traffic
✅ Greener planet 🌍
Join the movement this October! 💪🍂
@cityofguelph.bsky.social

Young girl and young boy holding hands walking to school in autumn. Overlay text:
“October is IWalk & IWheel Month!” Logos for IWalk & IWheel, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health and Green Communities Canada appear at the bottom.

WDG Public Health @wdgpublichealth.bsky.social · 10d

Online booking is now open 🖥️
Flu & COVID-19 vaccine clinics with WDG Public Health start Oct. 14.
Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/46K1IwJ
Book your appointment 👉 https://bit.ly/3uypDLq

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 12d

It's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to reflect on the dark history and inter-generational impact the Residential School system in Canada had and continues to have on First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

Image on a white background, with orange artwork showing an eagle, a narwhal, a beaded flower, a circle and a winding path. Text reads: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30.

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WDG Public Health @wdgpublichealth.bsky.social · 15d

With flu season around the corner, Medical Officer of Health Dr. Nicola Mercer joined CTV to deliver an important message on staying safe from respiratory illnesses.

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Vaccine rollout for fall

It’s that time of the year when respiratory illnesses return. CTV’s Leighanne Evans talks with Dr. Nicola Mercer about what to expect this season.

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WDG Public Health @wdgpublichealth.bsky.social · 15d

👋 Hey Bluesky, we’re Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health! 🍎

New space, same mission: to protect health and promote overall well-being so everyone in our communities can thrive.

Follow for health tips, useful resources and friendly reminders about everything from vaccines💉 to well water💧.

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