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Have you recently had a baby or has someone close to you had a baby in the last year? Did you know that 1 in 5 women experience mood changes after baby? Postpartum mood difficulties (PPMD) or often called postpartum depression (PPD) not only affects women but has the potential to affect her…
The safest place for your baby to sleep is on his or her back, in a crib, cradle or bassinet. We recommend you place your baby to sleep next to the adult’s bed for the first 6 months of life. Below are some more tips to remember when placing your infant to sleep:
Quick Tips to Remember…
If you have any questions about the information below or would like further support, please do not hesitate to contact a public health nurse at (807) 625-8814 or by email: hbhc@tbdhu.com.
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My child is learning and growing so much. How can I check their growth and development and…
For the complete 2018 Financials report, as well as previous years, please visit our Financials Report section.
Total Revenues 2018
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2018 Municipal Funding for Cost-Shared Mandated Programs
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The Board of Health has been established by the Health Protection and Promotion Act (HPPA), RSO 1990, and Regulations, as the governing body and policy maker for public health units.
The Board of Health is accountable to the communities within its jurisdiction and to the Ministry of Health…
Public health is a unique part of the health care system. Instead of focusing on treatment for the sick and injured, the goal of public health units is to help people in a community stay healthy by preventing disease and health hazards, protecting health, and promoting healthy behaviours.
To…
What is Public Health?
Public health refers to all organized measures to prevent disease, promote health, and prolong life among the population as a whole. It’s an essential part of the health care system which focuses on helping whole populations or groups of people to become healthy and stay…
The Thunder Bay District is a lively Northwestern community that is constantly changing and growing. This profile of the Thunder Bay District will help us to better understand how the population experiences the social determinants of health and allow us to follow population changes over time.
This…
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit charges fees for the following:
TBDHU Fees Table
Fee Description
Fee ($)
NSF Charge
$25.001
Freedom of Information Requests
Fees are charged in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act1
Information Systems…
Can Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding be used as a Method of Contraception (birth control)?
Yes. Breastfeeding/chestfeeding can be used for birth control, but only if you answer “Yes” to ALL of the four statements below:
My baby is less than 6 months old.
I have not had a period since my baby…
Join our Lactation Drop-In Support Group, a welcoming space for anyone preparing to breastfeed or chestfeed, as well as those currently nursing a child of any age. This group provides peer support and access to evidence-based information to help you navigate your feeding journey. Whether you're a…
Happy National Breastfeeding Week!
We are starting this week by celebrating the power of peer support and the breastfeeding/chestfeeding experience. Connecting with others can provide the emotional support you need to overcome feeding challenges and reduce feelings of loneliness, sadness, or…
Lactation Clinic Info and Hours
What We Do
The TBDHU’s role is to:
Provide breastfeeding/chestfeeding support services to individuals in Thunder Bay and the District.
Ensure accurate, accessible information is available to pregnant people by providing one-on-one, online and in-person…
Getting Off to a Good Start
Breastfeeding/chestfeeding is natural but it can take a little time for breastfeeding/chestfeeding individuals and babies to learn. Pregnancy is a great time to get information and talk to health care providers and others who know…