Public Health Information for Physicians

The information contained in these pages is designed to provide Halton physicians with timely information about a number of public health issues. Information posted includes Memos to Physicians, links to relevant web pages, fact sheets and other items of interest. In addition to recent information, a number of these sections include links to archived materials.

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Halton's Developmental Pathways
New resource for family physicians to guide parents to local services for young children following the 18-month well-baby visit (with or without a developmental concern). Includes billing code for enhanced 18-month assessment.
Halton's Developmental Pathways

Immunization Education Programs - Accredited Online Education
To help health care providers respond effectively to patients’ questions about immunization and Ontario’s expanded publicly funded immunization schedules, a four-part educational program has been developed.

These educational programs have been reviewed and are accredited by the Ontario chapter of the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

The first module on general immunization addresses misconceptions and myths about vaccines and highlights information on the benefits, safety and efficacy of immunization. 
Additional modules offer reviews of the rotavirus, varicella and pertussis vaccines. The modules provide the background information health care professionals will find useful in discussions with patients.

 
Recent Memos to Physicians

The following memoranda have been e-faxed to Halton physicians.
If you require another copy please call the Communicable Disease reporting line 905-825-6000 ext. 7341.

  • Community Water Fluoridation (CWF) in Halton Region - January 9, 2012
  • First Halton Influenza Case, 2011–12 Season. - December 23, 2011
  • Confirmed Mumps in Halton - November 23, 2011
  • Influenza Immunization Update – Neomycin Allergy - November 16, 2011

Archived Memos to Physicians

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