CK Public Health

03/23/2026

🍎 Food insecurity affects more people than you may think.

In Chatham-Kent, almost 1 in 4 households struggle with food insecurity, meaning access to food is limited or uncertain because of a lack of money.

👉 This week, we’re sharing what the Cost of Eating in Chatham-Kent means for our community, and why it matters.

03/23/2026

🚨 Car Seat Clinic Reminder! 🚨

The CK Public Health Car Seat Clinic is this Thursday, March 26.

📞 Call today to book your appointment and help keep your child safe on the road!

📣 FREE Child Car Seat Inspection Clinic!

Make sure your little one is riding safely. 🚗👶
🗓 Thursday, March 26th, 2026
📍Chatham, ON

📞 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Call 519-352-7270 ext. 2903 to book your spot!
✔️ Brought to you by CK Public Health.

We're here to help make sure your child's seat is installed safely and correctly!

03/11/2026

🌟 Parents & Caregivers! 🌟

Join CK Public Health for our Intro to Solids virtual parenting class on March 25, from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM!

Learn all about:
🥣 When to start
🛡️ Safety tips
🍎 Recommended first foods
…and so much more!

✨ This program is FREE, but registration is required.
📞 Call: 519‑352‑7270 ext. 2903
📱 Text: 519‑359‑6413

Reserve your spot today! 💛

03/10/2026

⚠️ CK Public Health Alerts Community to Infection Control Lapse ⚠️

Chatham-Kent Public Health has identified inadequate equipment disinfection practices at MicroFleek, located at 584 Queen Street in Chatham, Ontario. These concerns apply to services provided between December 1, 2024, and March 6, 2026.

Insufficient infection control procedures may increase the risk of transmitting blood-borne infections, such as HIV or Hepatitis, as well as bacterial or fungal infections of the skin or nails.

Individuals who received services at MicroFleek during the specified timeframe are advised to contact their health care provider to arrange a clinical assessment. Those without a health care provider should visit a walk in clinic for evaluation.

Read the full media release at www.ckpublichealth.com/newsroom

03/09/2026

📣 FREE Child Car Seat Inspection Clinic!

Make sure your little one is riding safely. 🚗👶
🗓 Thursday, March 26th, 2026
📍Chatham, ON

📞 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Call 519-352-7270 ext. 2903 to book your spot!
✔️ Brought to you by CK Public Health.

We're here to help make sure your child's seat is installed safely and correctly!

03/02/2026

🌾 Gleaning Project Grant Now Open!

The Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council (CKFPC) is now accepting applications for the CK Gleaning Project Grant. This program helps collect leftover crops from local farms and shares them with food banks, soup kitchens, and other groups to ensure everyone in our community has access to food.

We’re looking for a community agency to lead and grow this project.

💰 Funding available: $25,000

📅 Application deadline: April 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

📄 Learn more and apply: https://www.chatham-kent.ca/apply/funding/Pages/Gleaning-Project-Grant.aspx

📧 Questions? Contact: FoodPolicyCouncil@chatham-kent.ca

Help strengthen our local food system by improving food availability and access for residents across Chatham-Kent.

02/27/2026

⚠ 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 based on elevated opioid-related EMS calls over the last several days.

There are reports about the presence of strong tranquilizers in the local drug supply resulting in heavy sedation.

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

02/25/2026

⚠ Applications Now Open for the 2026 Gleaning Project Grant ⚠

The Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council (CKFPC), in partnership with CK Public Health and Employment and Social Services, is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Gleaning Project Grant.

The CKFPC is seeking a COMMUNITY AGENCY to lead and expand this important project for the coming year.

Key Program Details:
💵 Funding Available: $25,000
🗓 Application Deadline: April 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Learn more and apply online: https://www.chatham-kent.ca/apply/funding/Pages/Gleaning-Project-Grant.aspx

Read the full media release at: www.ckpublichealth.com/newsroom

02/23/2026

02/18/2026

🌳 Teachers, we need you! 🌳

Is your schoolyard in need of more shade or green space? The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority, in partnership with Chatham‑Kent Public Health, is once again offering FREE native tree species to schools through the Tomorrow’s Greener Schools Today initiative!

This program helps schools:
✔️ Increase tree cover and provide natural shade
✔️ Reduce exposure to harmful UV rays
✔️ Support student learning about trees, conservation, and healthy ecosystems

Interested in bringing more green to your school community?
📩 Email us at ckphucommunications@chatham-kent.ca for more details!

Let’s grow a greener tomorrow - together. 🌱✨

02/17/2026

CK Public Health is proud to be a partner and active member of the Chatham-Kent Ontario Health Team’s (CKOHT) Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Oppression Action Team. We know that racism harms people’s health and affects the care they receive. Together with the CKOHT, we are committed to taking real action to address racism and discrimination in our community.

The Anti-Black Racism campaign reminds us that racism is still happening in our community – and we must do better. That’s why the Action Team is committed to:
✔ Dismantling anti-Black racism in health care
✔ Improving cultural competency and sensitivity training
✔ Building a more diverse and representative health care workforce
✔ Strengthening inclusive policies and anti-racism practices
✔ Working with the community to rebuild trust
✔ Supporting patient advocacy and safe, equitable care for all

We are honoured to work with partners who are committed to meaningful, measurable change.

Chatham-Kent Ontario Health Team’s Anti-Black Racism/Anti-Oppression Action Team has launched an anti-Black racism campaign to spread awareness and collectiv...

02/11/2026

⚠️ CK Public Health Alerts Community to Infection Control Lapse ⚠️

The Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit has identified lapses in the sterilization and reprocessing of medical equipment at the Chatham Skin Clinic (Dr Queenette Emem Asuquo, practicing physician), located at 125 Keil Dr., South Chatham ON) from October 1, 2024, to January 30, 2026. Such lapses in infection control processes may be associated with the transmission of blood borne illnesses including HIV and Hepatitis. Patients who received treatment at this clinic may have underwent medical procedures including skin biopsies as well as the administration of cosmetic treatments.

If you have received procedural treatment at the Chatham Skin Clinic during the previously mentioned dates, CK Public Health recommends contacting your Health Care Provider. Speaking with a healthcare provider can help you understand your personal risk for blood-borne infections, and determine if testing for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or HIV would be beneficial. Individuals who do not have a health care provider are advised to visit a walk-in clinic for assessment.

Dr. Queenette Emem Asuquo, the physician practicing at the Chatham Skin Clinic, is also available to address any questions related to this occurrence.

Read the full media release at www.ckpublichealth.com/newsroom