Northwestern Health Unit Report Card

The Northwestern Health Unit is giving itself top marks in the release of a new public health report card.
The report outlines a variety of programs and the progress made in improving people’s health.
CEO Mark Perreault says the report is intended to make the public more aware of what the health unit does.
One of the highlights was the health unit’s unconditional accreditation from the Ontario Council on Community Health Accreditation.
Perrault says the Health Unit was able to reduce the municipal share of costs while being able to enhance or add programs.
Meantime, the effectiveness of the Northwestern Health Unit will soon be pitted up against others in Ontario.
CEO Mark Perrault says the Province has established a list of performance indicators Health Units will be expected to adhere to.
Perrault says the size of the Health Unit’s catchment area may be a factor in trying to compare health units fairly.