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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday August 25, 2007 - 11 West Nile virus invading north Halton The first West Nile virus (WNv) infected mosquitoes in Halton this year have been found in Milton and Halton Hills. The mosquitoes were trapped in the area of Main Street and Ontario Street South in Milton and the Maple Avenue and Main Street South area of Georgetown last week. Also last week in Milton, a crow found in the same area tested positive for the disease. That was the first bird in the region found to have the virus this year. "We are increasing our surveillance to keep track of West Nile virus activity in the region," said Dr. Bob Nosal, Halton's medical officer of health. "We are in the peak risk period for human infection. Residents should continue to ensure their personal protection through the end of September." Mosquitoes can transmit West Nile virus to humans after becoming infected by feeding on the blood of birds carrying the virus. So far, there have been no human cases of West Nile virus in Ontario this season. "It is still too early to say whether this year will be milder (risk of human infection) than previous years or not, therefore Halton residents should make personal protection against mosquito bites a priority," added Dr. Monir Taha, Halton's associate medical officer of health. The following are steps residents can take to protect themselves and their families from mosquitoes: · Cover up. Wear lightcoloured, long-sleeved shirts and pants with tightly-woven fabric. · Avoid being outdoors from the early evening to morning. This is when mosquitoes are most active and likely to bite, as well as at any time in shady, wooded areas. · Reduce mosquito breeding sites around your home by getting rid of all waterfilled containers and objects. Change the water in bird baths and empty rain barrels at least once a week. · Remove old tires and turn over pails, toys, and wheelbarrows. · Keep eavestroughs clear. · Use an approved insect repellent, such as one containing DEET. Maps showing the locations of positive birds, as well as standing water sites that have had larvicide applied are available on the health department's website at www.halton.ca/wnv. To report a dead bird or standing water, call Halton Region at 1-866-4-Halton (1866-442-5866) TTY 905-8279833. Thank You Oakville for choosing us the Best Lingerie Store Register now for September Programs Super Strollers (newborn to 18 months) ­ 11 weeks Join us with your child in their stroller, for an invigorating walk. Come back to the Centre afterwards for some special play with your child and discussions on parenting topics. 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Location: 461 North Service Road Start Dates: September 11th Time: Tuesdays 1:15 ­ 3:15 p.m. Cost: $45.00 without childcare $75.00 with childcare Caregivers Need Care Too How do you find time for yourself when someone needs you? ­ sometimes around the clock. A common concern heard among people who care for a loved one whose health is in decline, is that they are torn between the feelings of deeply caring for someone else, and the need to have some time to care for their own personal needs. The emotional involvement as well as the physical exhaustion can be overwhelming. Recognizing this need, Links2Care is now providing a Respite Program. Focused on providing helpful support to the caregiver, the program allows someone to select the amount of time they need to relax, refresh or recapture some of their activities, while a trained respite worker attends to their loved one. The respite workers are well-trained, screened, reliable, and the cost is very reasonable beginning at $8.00 per hour. Links2Care provides this program throughout the communities of Halton. A few hours a week of care for the caregiver can make a remarkable difference in the lives and relationships of many families and couples. For information or inquiries please call..... Infant Massage (newborn to 9 months) ­ 4 weeks Join a certified IAIM instructor to learn the art of infant massage and to study techniques to help foster close bonds, improve baby's sleep and relieve gas and other symptoms of infant stress. Location: 1395 Abbeywood Drive Start Dates: September 12th or October 10th or November 7th Time: Wednesdays, 1:00 ­ 2:00 p.m. OR Location: 461 North Service Road Start Date: October 23rd Time: Tuesdays, 1:00 ­ 2:00 p.m. Cost: $60.00 All Swimsuits All Sleepwear Call 905 849-6366 to register today! Thank You Oakville for choosing us as the Winning "Daycare/Nurseries" & the Platinum Winning "Children's Programs" 20-75% OFF Swimwear A-F Cups 30% OFF The Centre is a registered charitable organization, that has provided programs and services for families since 1980. Our services are designed to support all families in their parenting role. We also offer early learning opportunities for children 0-6 years. BURLINGTON, OAKVILLE, MILTON 905-878-6403 GEORGETOWN, ACTON 100 Bronte Road, Unit #3, Oakville 905-847-1512 South of Lakeshore Road www.goodnightgoodmorning.ca For more information on programs, parenting and services offered by the Centre please contact us at 905-849-6366 or visit our website at 905-873-6502 www.op-cc.ca