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As a workplace leader, it’s important to recognize how mental health and workplace environments impact each other. It makes good business sense to do what you can to protect and promote the psychological health of your workers.
Follow the links below for information on various topics related…
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…
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Teacher Tid-Bites E-Bulletin
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The Children Count Pilot Study Project (PDF) - Utilizing the school climate survey for coordinated health…
Common STBBIs in Thunder Bay and District include gonorrhea, chlamydia, HIV, and syphilis.
National Guidelines
National recommendations for the screening and diagnosis of STBBIs, and the treatment of STIs of national public health importance are outlined at: Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne…
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…
Year
Location
Water Sample Date
Date BGA Identified
2024
Marie Louise Lake
September 21, 2024
October 8, 2024
McKenzie Beach Avenue (Shuniah)
August 27, 202
August 29, 2024
Two Island Lake
August 22, 2024…
Blue-green algae (BGA) are microscopic organisms found naturally in lakes and streams. They are usually found in low numbers but can rapidly increase in warm, shallow, surface water that receives a lot of sun. When this happens, they can form blooms that make the water look like green pea soup or…
How can I access travel vaccines?
NOTE: TBDHU’s clinic is currently closed.
Janzen’s Travel Clinic provides vaccinations for travel purposes and fees may apply. You can make an appointment at Janzen’s Travel Clinic through:
Accessing the online booking system
Sending an email to…
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…
A monthly message throughout the school year with information about food and nutrition related topics, best practices for teaching and talking about food with students, and links to curriculum-matched lessons and activities.
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Date
Topic
March 2025
Nutrition…
What We Do
Outreach, Needle Exchange and Related Services
Needle/syringe exchange
Other harm reduction services including condoms and sterile water
FREE nasal spray naloxone kits and overdose awareness training. Learn more: Preventing Opioid Overdose with Naloxone
HIV/AIDS and…
TBDHU reports on local data related to substance use to inform its programming and response efforts and those of community partners. The following are publicly available on our website:
Opioid Information System
This dashboard includes opioid-related information and alerts for Thunder Bay District…
The Street Outreach team provides free, confidential, non-emergency public health support to anyone who is street-involved, including people who are homeless, under-housed, and/or using substances in the City of Thunder Bay.
The Street Outreach Program is like a mobile Health Unit. Staffed by…
AIR QUALITY
SUBSTANCE USE HEALTH & HARM REDUCTION
ANIMAL BITES & SCRATCHES
BEACHES & POOLS
BODY ART & SALONS
BREASTFEEDING
DISEASES & INFECTIONS
DRINKING WATER
EMERGENCIES & BEING PREPARED
FOOD SAFETY
EATING, NUTRITION & FOOD
HOME HEALTH & SAFETY
INJURY…
Walking outside is a wonderful way to spend time with family and friends. It provides a good excuse to get out of the house and enjoy the clean air and warm sunshine. It’s been said that walking is your shortcut to good health!
Walking will also:
Increase your energy
Help you relax and sleep…