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In School Implementation

To administer the NFVP in participating schools, annual Implementation funds are provided to participating schools. These funds can be used to cover:


The cost of supplies and small food equipment
Food literacy and physical activity resources that support your school…

The perishable fruits and vegetables must be refrigerated in the designated snack refrigerator upon arrival to your school and must remain refrigerated until delivery to classrooms.

It would be advisable to serve the most perishable item (i.e. pre-sliced items) at the beginning of the week and…

Motor vehicle collisions both on-road (i.e. with cars,bicycles, or pedestrians) and off-road (i.e. with all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), snowmobiles, or boats) are some of the leading causes of injury in Northwestern Ontario. The Thunder Bay District Health Unit works in promoting safety and preventing…

Under the Child Care and Early Years Act, all children attending a licensed child care centre (daycare) must be immunized as required by the local Medical Officer of Health (MOH). The operator of the licensed facility has a legal obligation to make sure that all the children in their care are…

A community HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) outbreak was declared by the TBDHU on June 25, 2019. The outbreak declaration comes after a recent spike of cases in May and June 2019 bringing the total number since January 1, 2019 to 8 cases with 2 additional cases under investigation.…

Welcome to Get Mouthy! Get Mouthy is for 12-17 year olds and is all about protecting your mouth by making healthy choices. Click on each image to learn more!

*Have pics from the Get Mouthy photo booth at your high school? Share them with us by tagging @TBDHealthUnit on Instagram - we'd love to see…

Did you know? Research shows that good oral health is also linked to good overall health. Gum disease and cavities can actually lead to severe illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and infections. Taking care of your mouth by brushing and flossing regularly and correctly will go a long way in…

Energy drinks can hurt your mouth. They can cause:


Breakdown of your tooth’s surface from the high acidity and sugar, leading to less protection for the tooth and tooth decay
Sensitive teeth 
Cavities from tooth decay


They can also cause:


Irritation, anxiety, aggression,…

The Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that is spread by skin-to-skin contact during sex, or any intimate contact with an infected partner.

Did you know? 75% of sexually active Canadians will have at least one HPV infection in their lifetime. There are many types of HPV, and some of…

Child care facilities (daycares) licensed under the Child Care and Early Years Act are required to meet and maintain specific provincial standards to protect the health, safety and well-being of the children. Licenses must be renewed at least every year.
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit is…

expand_moreSmokes


Smoking hurts more than your lungs. Smoking can cause many oral health problems, including:

Inflamed gums and mouth tissue
Tooth decay (cavities)
Increased plaque
Bad breath
Stained teeth
Decreased sense of smell and taste
Sensitive teeth
Oral and throat cancers
Mouth sores…

Mouth piercings include piercings of the:


Tongue
Lips
Cheeks
Other areas inside the mouth, like the uvula


Did you know? Mouth piercings can cause:


Infections
Cracked teeth
Damaged gums
Difficulties with keeping your mouth clean


I’d like to get a mouth piercing. How can I keep…

Taking care of your teeth is important!

Regular dental care helps prevent gum disease and tooth decay in your mouth. Dental professionals (like dentists and dental hygienists) work with you to help keep your mouth healthy by cleaning your teeth, looking inside your mouth, and teaching you…

Mouth injuries are common when playing sports; but there are ways you can prevent them. A mouth guard can protect you from mouth injuries and concussions by absorbing the impact. That’s why it’s important to wear a mouth guard if you’re playing any sports.

How can I protect my teeth with a mouth…

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 part of the reason why they travel so easily between children at school, who are more likely to have close…