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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, December 17, 2015 | 12 Halton Health wants to hear from Bronte Barber Shop clients by Julia Le Oakville Beaver Staff Clients of an Oakville barbershop may have been exposed to blood-borne infections. Halton Region is asking clients of Bronte Barber Shop, 2304 Lakeshore Rd. W., to contact its Health Department as part of an investigation into potential exposure to bloodborne infections through the reuse of single- use/disposable razor blades. "At this time, there is no evidence of the transmission of infectious disease, but we need to take the necessary precautions to ensure the safety, health and well-being of our residents," stated Halton Region Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Dr. Hamidah Meghani in a press release issued mid-day Monday. "The operator of Bronte Barber Shop is unable to provide the Health Department with Bhandari Family Dentistry Returns to Oakville Bring in your family for a check-up at our new state-of-the-art clinic Dr. Bhandari is a leading advocate of oral health with 31 years of experience. With unmatched training and impeccable skill, Dr. Bhandari and his team have been noted in the community and media for his professional and comprehensive approach to dentistry. Dr. Bhandari has proudly worked with a number of celebrities throughout his career, helping them maintain their red carpet worthy smiles! Customer care is our core concern. Whether you're looking for general maintenance, regular check-up treatments or cosmetic dentistry, we can help. Give Dr. Bhandari a call to book your appointment or consultation. The owner of Bronte Barber Shop is unable to provide the Health Department with a list of clients, so we are asking those who may have received services using razor blades at the Oakville location to contact the Halton Region Health Department as soon as possible, by dialing 311 or 905-825-6000. Dr. Hamidah Meghani Halton Region Medical Officer of Health Dr. Hamidah Meghani a list of clients, so we are asking those who may have received services using razor blades at the Oakville location to contact the Halton Region Health Department as soon as possible, by dialing 311 or 905-825-6000," said Halton's MOH. "The Halton Region Health Department will provide information on the recommended tests to rule out any potential blood-borne infection." A written order under Section 13 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act was issued Dec. 11 to the Oakville business to eliminate the practice of reusing disposable razor blades on clients. For more information about infection prevention and control in personal service settings, visit halton.ca/ipac or dial 311. Porcelain Veneers Crowns and Bridges Teeth Whitening Restorations Composite Resin Dental Implants Laser Dentistry New Patients & Dental Emergencies Welcome Palermo Professional Centre 2525 Old Bronte Rd., Suite 470, Oakville (at Dundas Street) www.bhandaridental.com DR. Vineet BhanDaRi BSc DIH DDS 905.825.5110 Monday to Friday 7:30 - 5:00. Evening and Saturday appointments available. www.oakville.ca Hydro line tree pruning Public Open House Wednesday, January 6, 6 to 8 p.m. Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre 2302 Bridge Road Tree pruning near hydro lines begins this January in neighbourhoods of west and central Oakville (Zone 1). The town's professional contractor will prune trees on behalf of Oakville Hydro to ensure safe clearance around hydro lines and to maintain the health of the tree and minimize safety hazards and power outages Trees are pruned to the Electrical Safety Authority's (ESA) industry standard of providing a minimum three-metre (10foot) clearance. In rare instances, trees growing too close to hydro lines may require removal when the clearance standard cannot be achieved using acceptable pruning practices. In some situations, the town must prune privately owned trees if they are growing too close to hydro lines. In cases where hydro lines are located in rear yards, Oakville Hydro has an easement through the property which allows the arborist to access the tree. Be informed: Join us for a public open house where you can ask questions of Oakville Hydro staff and Town of Oakville Forestry Services staff. If you have any accessibility needs, please contact ServiceOakville at 905-845-6601 or serviceoakville@oakville.ca. More information on tree pruning around hydro lines can be found at oakvillehydro.com or oakville.ca.