COVID-19
Click here if you think you may have COVID-19 to self-screen
For general inquiries regarding COVID-19 or to book a test, call the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit COVID-19 hotline: 519-426-6170 ext 9999
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Most common symptoms:
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fever
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dry cough
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tiredness
Less common symptoms:
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aches and pains
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sore throat
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diarrhoea
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conjunctivitis
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headache
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loss of taste or smell
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a rash on skin, or discolouration of fingers or toes
Serious symptoms:
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difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
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chest pain or pressure
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loss of speech or movement
What is the Coronavirus disease?
Take Care of Yourself and Others
Self Isolation for Caregivers/Close contacts
Are you struggling with everything that's going on? Reach out - here are some helpful links for fabulous resources within our community.
How have we changed our practice?
In light of the ever-changing environment that COVID-19 has created, the Haldimand Family Health Team has taken steps to follow recommendations made by health officials and the government of Canada. To promote physical distancing and self-isolation, we have implemented the following changes:
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tele-appointments/virtual visits are being offered prior to in-person visits
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minimizing numbers in the waiting room and spreading out seating area
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separation between in-clinic appointments
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only essential visitors are allowed in with patients (i.e. children, translators, support workers, those aiding the physically disabled, etc)
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plexiglass barriers
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use of PPE
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COVID-19 screening done on all individuals entering the clinic
The following visits will continue to be offered in person:
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prenatal visits
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new baby checks
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routine pap
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abnormal pap follow-up
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school physicals
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all childhood immunizations
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TB skin testing
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Prolia injections
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adult immunizations
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birth control
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hormonal and psychiatric injections
If you are not sure if you require an appointment, please give us a call!