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EXPERIENCING COVID-19 SYMPTOMS AND NEED A RECOMMENDATION ON WHAT TO DO NEXT? Use the self-assessment tool.

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Keep whole fruit on hand, such as apples, oranges, bananas or pears, that…

Are You In? 
You're invited to join the Healthy Living Movement! In Thunder Bay and District, more and more people are having fun being active and finding delicious ways to eat healthier. Small changes go a long way for better health. Do what works for you! Are you in?
Healthy Living to Avoid…

Updates

Guidance for 2024/2025 respiratory illness vaccines can be found on the following dedicated web pages:

Influenza
COVID-19
RSV




 
In this section, health care providers can access important information about public health as it pertains to their profession. Please note…

February 1-7, 2025 is Eating Disorder Awareness Week (EDAW)
See Every Body Collaborative Thunder Bay Chapter EDAW Toolkit and printable posters HERE. The toolkit includes resources to run your own Mirrorless Monday campaign and/or No Diet Day campaign in your education, healthcare, workplace, or…

As of May 1st, 2018, “Reportable Diseases" are now referred to as "Diseases of Public Health Significance". Malaria and yellow fever are no longer reportable.

Download the full Diseases of Public Health Significance list.

Health care providers who suspect or have confirmation of the “Diseases of…

Nourish to Flourish!
March is Nutrition Month and the theme for 2025 is Nourish to Flourish. What this means will be slightly different for everyone, but is all about the broad role food plays in our lives, going beyond simply meeting our physical needs. It’s about exploring the social, cultural…

Reporting Obligations

Laboratory confirmed cases must be reported to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit by fax, phone or mail.


Fax: (807) 625-4822
Phone: 625-8318 or toll-free at 1-888-294-6630, ext. 8318
Mail: 999 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6E7


 

Annual Universal…

COVID-19 Vaccines
Evidence shows that mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are safe for people who are trying to get pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding/chestfeeding. COVID-19 vaccines are recommended, at any stage in pregnancy (including first trimester), as COVID-19 infection during pregnancy can be…

IPAC Champion Training Modules

There are 5 recorded presentations that have been designed for our CLS IPAC Champions. They are meant to be completed in the order presented for individuals new to IPAC but they can also be used as needed to refresh knowledge on a specific IPAC topic. Each module is…

Updated Ontario Ministry of Health Guidance: Recommendations for Outbreak Prevention and Control in Institutions and Congregate Living Settings (February 2025).
 
This information is intended for Congregate Living Settings (CLS) including but not limited to shelters, group homes and…

Reporting Obligations

Suspected outbreaks must be reported immediately by phone to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit at 625-8318 or toll-free 1-888-294-6630, ext. 8318 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm). After hours and on weekends/holidays call Thunder Bay Answering Service at (807) 624-1280.…

Reporting Obligations

Suspected outbreaks must be reported immediately by phone to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit at 625-8318 or toll-free 1-888-294-6630, ext. 8318 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm). After hours and on weekends/holidays call Thunder Bay Answering Service at (807) 624-…

Reporting Obligations

Individuals with suspect or confirmed cases must be reported to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit by the next working day:


Fax: (807) 625-4822
Phone: 625-8318 or toll-free at 1-888-294—6630, ext. 8318


Positive tuberculosis skin tests and positive IGRA serology (LTBI…

Reporting Obligations

Laboratory confirmed cases of HIV must be reported to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit by fax, phone or mail.


Fax: (807) 625-4866
Phone: 625-5676 or toll-free at 1-888-294-6630, ext. 8318
Mail: 999 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6E7


 

Epidemiology…