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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…

What Shapes People's Health?
It is important to have good health. We often hear about ways to improve our health and how good health will help us live a longer, better, and more enjoyable life. So how exactly do we achieve good health?
Good health is affected by the lifestyle choices we make,…

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…

In accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, the Board of Health has approved a User Fee Policy for goods and services for which a fee is charged. 




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"In Good Hands" Online Safe food Handling Course1
$34.95*


In-Class Safe…

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…

Reporting Obligations

Individuals with suspect or confirmed cases must be reported to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit by the next working day by fax, phone or mail.


Fax: (807) 625-4866
Phone: 625-5976 or toll-free at 1-888-294-6630, ext. 5976
Mail: 999 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, ON…

Reporting Obligations

Individuals with suspect or confirmed cases must be reported to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit by the next working day by fax, phone or mail.


Fax: (807) 625-4866
Phone: 625-5976 or toll-free at 1-888-294-6630, ext. 5976
Mail: 999 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, ON…

Reporting Obligations

Individuals with suspect or confirmed cases must be reported to the Thunder Bay District Health Unit by the next working day by fax, phone or mail.


Fax: (807) 625-4866
Phone: 625-5976 or toll-free at 1-888-294-6630, ext. 5976
Mail: 999 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, ON…


 


The modules were developed as an introduction to managing an outbreak within your congregate facility.  

They are intended to provide information, resources and guidance to navigate a facility through an outbreak;  enteric, respiratory or COVID-19.

The modules are designed for…


UPDATES:

Spring 2025 campaign has launched as of April 2025

INFLUENZA VACCINES – Please visit the dedicated health care provider Influenza web page for more information.
RSV VACCINES - Please see the dedicated health care provider RSV web page for more information. 

 
2024-2025…

Ticks are Present in Thunder Bay and District
The percentage of blacklegged ticks In the City of Thunder Bay area infected with Borrelia burgdorferi (the causative agent of lyme Disease) is greater than 40% as of 2023.
 
The City of Thunder Bay and immediately surrounding area are…

Strategic Priorities
Our strategic priorities reflect internal and external actions that will advance our organizational mission and vision. Specific goals have been identified for each priority.


Strategic Plan 2024-27



Year 1 Progress Report 

 


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