Southwestern Public Health works together with its partners to ensure the health of the whole community. Formed in 2018 by the merger of Elgin St. Thomas Public Health and Oxford County Public Health, Southwestern Public Health serves a population of about 200,000 across Oxford County, Elgin County and the City of St. Thomas. 

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Our programs respond to public health emergencies; promote healthy lifestyles; help prevent injuries, illness and disease in the community; and promote positive change and social conditions that improve health in our communities. Southwestern Public Health delivers mandated programs under the Ontario Public Health Standards and is regulated by the Ontario Health Promotion and Protection Act. The health unit maintains its main sites in Woodstock and St. Thomas. For more information, visit www.swpublichealth.ca or find us on Facebook.

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Southwestern Public Health

Cynthia St. John

Vanda Ostojic-Middel

Monica Nusink

Ninh Tran

Jaime Fletcher

The Public Health Professionals team at Southwestern Public Health focuses on enhancing community well-being by designing and implementing health programs that address chronic diseases, injury prevention, and infection control. They collaborate across various disciplines—including planning, nursing, and health promotion—to assess community health needs, educate the public on healthy practices, and respond effectively to public health emergencies. This team plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with public health regulations while fostering positive health outcomes for the diverse populations they serve.

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