By Rosalind Russell – Public Health Sudbury & Districts is aware of a scam currently circulating that claims to represent Public Health and requests personal information.
According to the release, individuals could be contacted by phone, text message, or email adding the agency is encouraging the public to exercise caution and to hang up or end the communication if they have suspicions of a scam
If you receive a call from Public Health, the person will identify themselves and the program they are calling from and provide you with enough information about your specific situation to help you determine if the call is legitimate.
The agency stresses they only ask for payment information over the phone in specific situations where there is a legitimate application already established within the system, like sewage system applications.
You can contact Public Health directly at 705.522.9200 (toll-free 1.866.522.9200) if you have questions or concerns about a call.
If you’re suspicious, contact Public Health directly to speak with someone.
A staff member will be able to help confirm if the call received was legitimate or not.
Be skeptical of unsolicited communication.
If you’re not expecting a call from Public Health, it may not be legitimate.
For more information about scams and protecting yourself, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
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