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29 | The IFP -H alton H ills | T hursday,January 17,2019 theifp.ca supports the health and well-be- ing of all Halton residents," said Dr. Joanna Oda, Halton Region's associate medical officer of health. "In order to keep our school communities safe from the spread of vaccine-preventable diseases, we are reviewing the im- munization records of high school and Grade 3 students to ensure they are up-to-date with impor- tant vaccines. While the majority of families in Halton have up-to- date immunizations, many are unaware that parents are respon- sible for updating the health de- partment after every immuniza- tion." The Halton Region Health De- partment enforces the provincial Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA), which protects the health of children and communi- ties by ensuring students are up- to-date with their immunizations to stop the spread of vaccine pre- ventable diseases. Immuniza- tions required for school aged children include: • Diphtheria • Pertussis • Tetanus • Polio • Measles • Mumps • Rubella • Meningococcal disease • Varicella (chickenpox) - re- quired for children born in 2010 or later In 2018, the health department sent notices to parents of students in these age groups with incom- plete records. These notices iden- tified which vaccine(s) were miss- ing from the student's record, how to arrange for immunization and how to submit updated records to the health department. Students should go to their family doctor if they are missing vaccines. To find a list of doctors currently accept- ing new patients, visit halton.ca. How to report immunizations to the Halton Region Health De- partment. Halton Region has made it easi- er to report immunizations and request records. Parents or guardians can easily report on- line or view their child's record at halton.ca or through the OneHal- ton app. Families can also call 311, mail or drop off a copy of their child's immunization record at the Halton Region Health Depart- ment at 1151 Bronte Rd. in Oak- ville, L6M 3L1. For more information about ISPA and how immunization keeps children safe and healthy, visit halton.ca. NEWS Continued from page 28 VISIT US ONLINE @THEIFP.CA Life is full of surprises, don't let your retirement be one of them. Open an account before the March 1st RRSP deadline and receive $500 cash.* nestwealth.com/retire *This promotion is available only to new clients who open and submit transfer forms or fund their NestWealth account byMarch 1st, 2019. To be eligible to receive a cash bonus of $500, open accountsmust be funded and retain at least $150,000 for aminimumof 6months. Accounts between $10,000 and $74,999 invested for aminimumof 6months will receive a $100 cash bonus. Accounts between $75,000 and $149,999 invested for aminimumof 6months will receive a $200 cash bonus. Cash bonuses are limited to one per household. NestWealth Asset Management Inc. ("NestWealth") is registered as a PortfolioManager ("PM") in AB, SK, BC, QC, MB, PE, NS, NB, NL and in ON as a PM, ExemptMarket Dealer, and Investment FundManager. This offer and its terms and conditions are subject to changewithout notice. 2019 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN Visit canadianimmigrant.ca/rbctop25 NOMINATE SOMEONE TODAY! Do you know an inspiring immigrant who has made a positive impact in Canada? Recognize and celebrate their achievements by nominating them for this coveted national award by Feb 22, 2019. Title sponsor: Presented by: Media sponsors: Birthday Party for Viviean Cunningham Its a Surprise! January 20, 2019 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm Limehouse Hall 80TH The GeorGeTown AGriculTurAl SocieTy 2019 Annual General Meeting Active living centre, Georgetown 318 Guelph Street unit 9 (use rear entrance) Georgetown Fall Fair is our event topic. SATurdAy JAnuAry 26 10:00 A.M. By Cory Soal R.H.A.D. . . . Lend MeYour Ears We care about your hearing! Professional Arts Building 99 Sinclair Ave., Suite 210, Georgetown 905-873-6642 Serving the community of Halton Hills and surrounding areas since 1992 GETTING USED TO NEW HEARING INSTRUMENTS The Georgetown Part 2 If you are having difficulty with the hearing instruments, or do not like the sound quality, discuss it with your Hearing Practitioner. Chances are there are adjustments that can be made to the instruments to accommodate your complaint. Remember that you are not alone. There are millions of people with hearing loss, and as the Baby Boomers age, the numbers grow. It is nothing to be ashamed of, and there are many treatment options available to you in these modern times. For more information please call…