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TBDHU, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, and Anishnawbe Mushkiki have created not one, but TWO exciting in-person prenatal classes:
Feeding My Newborn and
Preparing For My Newborn
These Classes Are Completely FREE and Open to All Expectant Parents!
Prepare for the journey…
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April 10, 2025
Spring Update: Covid-19 and RSV Vaccine
April 7, 2025
Early Frequent Issues - HPV Primary Screening
NEW Resources: Syphilis, Sexual Health, & U=U
IPV Shortage
Measles Vaccine and Travel…
Birth Control and Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding
Lactation Support Services in Thunder Bay
Skin to Skin
NUTRITION TO SUPPORT LACTATION
Ontario Tanning Bed Legislation-Information for Tanning Bed Operators
Effective May 1, 2014, it is illegal to sell, offer for sale or provide tanning services to anyone under 18 years of age in Ontario. Visit www.ontario.ca/uvrsmart for more information. Below are the most common…
Measles is a very contagious virus that lives in the nose and throat of an infected person.
It can spread very easily through the air from an infected person when they breathe, talk, cough or sneeze.
Vaccination offers the most effective protection and the measles, mumps and…
November 23, 2020 - The Thunder Bay District Health Unit has revised the travel recommendations for residents.
TBDHU strongly recommends that all residents avoid non-essential travel outside of Northwestern Ontario. If residents do travel for any reason, it is strongly recommended that:…
A guide to help you introduce food to your baby.
Updated: May 2021
December 2, 2021 - At this time, the Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) is recommending that all residents avoid non-essential travel to Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. This is regardless of an individual’s vaccination status. These states currently have the highest rates of COVID-19 in…
Carrying bed bugs back home with you after traveling could lead to problems in even the cleanest home. Take the proper steps to avoid bed bug hitchhikers while traveling.
A listing of community programs, emergency helplines, emotional and breastfeeding support, and other general information for your pregnancy as well as after the baby arrives.
Updated: March 2024