Dr Chris Mackie

• Dr. Alex Summers named next MLHU medical officer of health

  The region's board of health voted unanimously on Monday to recommend that Summers be the new medical officer of health, a decision that still has to be approved by the province.

  Canada

  Mar 9, 2022
  
• Next MLHU medical officer of health may be announced this week: Board chair

  Dr. Chris Mackie had served in the role since 2013 before the MLHU confirmed in mid-November that he was placed on a leave of absence which culminated in his resignation.

  Canada

  Mar 8, 2022
  
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• Dr. Chris Mackie resigns as MLHU medical officer of health

  The MLHU said Dr. Alex Summers will continue to serve as acting medical officer of health while the board of health determines its next steps.

  Health

  Mar 7, 2022
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• Confidential MLHU board meeting draws appearance from Dr. Chris Mackie

  Few details were shared after the three and a hour meeting wrapped up, with board chair Matt Reid providing only a brief statement to reporters waiting outside.

  Canada

  Mar 4, 2022
• Union alleges workplace culture issues under MLHU’s Dr. Chris Mackie, now on leave

  CUPE Local 101 president Steve Holland said even before the COVID-19 pandemic, there were ongoing concerns about Dr. Mackie’s leadership. 

  Canada

  Nov 25, 2021
• MLHU’s Dr. Chris Mackie on leave, Dr. Alex Summers named acting medical officer of health

  The health unit refused to identify the nature of Mackie’s absence or whether Mackie would be paid while on leave. The health unit has also failed to state when the leave began.

  Health

  Nov 15, 2021
• London, Ont. summer patio concert series facing cancellation due to changes in reopening plan

  The Road to Rock the Park patio series at Crossing Pub an Eatery was set to start on July 2, with several preferences by Tim Hicks, Dueling Pianos, The Reklaws and The Trews.

  Canada

  Jun 22, 2021
• COVID-19: MLHU updates on vaccine mix-and-match, changing 2nd appointments

  Dr. Chris Mackie says the MLHU isn't looking to 'rush' into expanding access to rebooking second dose appointments, focusing instead on administering as many first doses as it can.

  Health

  Jun 3, 2021
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• COVID-19: Vaccination required for Western University students in residence

  On Thursday, Western University announced that students living in residence will be asked to get vaccinated before they arrive on campus.

  Canada

  May 27, 2021
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• ‘Celebrate moms in a way that’s meaningful’: Mother’s Day extra important amid COVID-19, expert says

  For the second year in a row, Mother’s Day celebrations are going to look a lot different due to the COVID-19 pandemic -- a crisis that has disproportionately impacted moms.

  Canada

  May 7, 2021