Posts by Lakelands Public Health

September 11, 2025 — Today, Lakelands Public Health proudly unveiled its new name and brand identity, marking the official merger of the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health

September 5, 2025 - Following the recent water main break, the Village of Millbrook in the Township of Cavan Monaghan, is currently under a Boil Water Advisory. This measure is not taken lightly—it is done to protect your health and the health of those around you. When a water system is compromised, harmful microorganisms can enter the supply.

August 8, 2025 — The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health (now legally merged) are informing that Environment Canada is forecasting hot, humid weather over the next several days.

August 8, 2025 – The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health (now legally merged) are urging residents to avoid handling bats after a noticeable spike in bat-related exposures this summer. 

August 1, 2025 – The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health (now legally merged) are informing that Environment Canada is forecasting the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) to reach moderate or high levels throughout the region.

July 30, 2025 – The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health (now legally merged) are informing that a Special Air Quality Statement has been issued today by Environment Canada for Haliburton.

July 25, 2025 – The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health (now legally merged) are informing that Environment Canada is forecasting hot, humid weather for the entire region starting tomorrow, July 26th, through to at least Monday, July 28th.

JULY 23, 2025 – As eligibility expands for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) and Peterborough Public Health (PPH) (now legally merged) are encouraging families to explore this federal program to ensure they continue to receive the dental coverage they need.

July 17, 2025 — The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health (now legally merged) are notifying the public that West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in Northumberland County. This is the first confirmed case of WNV in the area this year.

July 14, 2025 — The HKPR District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health (now legally merged) is informing the City and County of Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes and Northumberland County that a Special Air Quality Statement has been issued by Environment Canada as the Air Quality Health Index will reach a level of 10, and the County of Haliburton will reach a level of 8, indicating high pollution levels due to wildfire smoke travelling through the area.