News and Alerts

Community outbreak listings are updated regularly when a new outbreak is declared, updated or declared over at facilities within the Lakelands Public Health region.

April 16, 2026 – Lakelands Public Health is issuing an alert due to a notable increase in suspected drug poisonings in Northumberland County. The substance of concern is suspected to be fentanyl. It may smell like motor oil and may have an unusual texture. Due to the toxicity of the substance, more than one dose of naloxone may be required.

April 15, 2026 – Lakelands Public Health is advising residents and business owners to take precautions as significant rainfall continues to contribute to flooding across the region. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) reports that ground conditions are already unable to absorb additional rainfall, leading to increased runoff and elevated flood risk.  

April 13, 2026 – The Board of Health for Lakelands Public Health will hold its next meeting at the Port Hope Office.

The Administrative Assistant will be an integral member of program team as assigned. Will assist program staff with the organization and administration of program activities and provide administrative support in an efficient and courteous manner, ensuring confidentiality at all times.

Provides administrative support to clinical programs and services and performs general office duties.

(March 30, 2026) – The well water sampling program resumes next Tuesday in the Township of North Kawartha and the Municipality of Trent Lakes. The program offers free sample collection kit pick-up and sample drop-off through these municipal offices.

March 25, 2026 – Lakelands Public Health is inviting residents across the region to share their ideas, 
concerns, and priorities for the future of community health as Lakelands Public Health launches a 
series of Community Town Halls. 

March 16, 2026 – Lakelands Public Health is aware of the recent announcement regarding the loss of funding for Consumption and Treatment Services programming delivered by Fourcast in Peterborough. 

March 12, 2026 - Due to ongoing power outages in the County of Haliburton following recent inclement weather, Lakelands Public Health is urging residents and businesses in Haliburton County to take precautions to prevent foodborne and waterborne illness.