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expand_moreSomeone in my household has head lice. What do I do?
Head lice (PDF) are a common issue at school. These tiny, flat insects live and breed on the head and pass easily from one person to another, usually through head-to-head contact. This is…
In this section, childcare, preschool, elementary school and secondary school educators can find useful information about public health topics such as physical activity, nutrition, sexual health, oral health and more.
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The Healthy Schools Team partners with schools and school boards to promote the well-being of students, staff, and families. They use the comprehensive school health model to address healthy eating, growth and development, mental health, physical activity, safety and injury prevention,…
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This project was funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Preventing Gender Based Violence: The Health Perspective grant.
The Youth Violence Prevention Project (YVPP) is a comprehensive, school-based approach to…
The Northern Fruit and Vegetable Program (NFVP) is serving fresh fruit and vegetables to elementary students in the District of Thunder Bay! Since 2006, the NFVP has been wildly successful with children in the northeastern region of Ontario, and as of May 2018, the program expanded to our region.…
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The Children Count Pilot Study Project (PDF) - Utilizing the school climate survey for coordinated health…
Walk, Broc and Roll (WBR) is a physical activity challenge to be used as part of the Northern Fruit and Vegetable Program.
The intent of the Northern Fruit and Vegetable Program is to support youth from JK-Grade 8 to develop positive relationships with food and physical activity by influencing…
Opioids
Opioids are drugs that are used primarily to treat pain, Opioids can also induce euphoria (feeling high) and are sometimes used for this purpose. Opioids can be prescribed medications dispensed from a pharmacy or obtained through the illicit market. Some commonly used opioids include:…
In Thunder Bay District, the most common threat to air quality is wildfire smoke. The role of Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) is to raise awareness and provide information about this health concern. This page has information on steps you can take to protect your health during wildfire…
Information on the 2025/2026 school year will be posted once confirmed.
Other Updates:
Lettre de recommandations sur le vaccin contre la polio
Carta de recomendaciones sobre la vacuna antipoliomielítica
رسالة توصيات لقاح شلل الأطفال
Reporting Immunizations to TBDHU
Parents and/or…
.PHOTO OPTION FOR REPORTING IMMUNIZATIONS: Photos of immunization (vaccine) records can now be reported to TBDHU by uploading to a safe and secure TBDHU link. See below under "Reporting an Immunization Record" for more information.
USE ICON TO EASILY ACCESS VACCINE RECORDS: Use ICON as a…
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July 29, 2025
Adverse Event Following Immunization (AEFI) – Updates to reporting form and fact sheet
World Hepatitis Day 2025
Save the Date: Harm Reduction Conference 2025
WEBINAR RECORDING: Understanding brain…