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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…

It is important to establish good oral health habits early. Poor oral health can impact a child’s ability to socialize, receive proper nutrition, sleep, and learn. Ultimately, oral health has an impact on overall health and overall, poor oral health can contribute to many health problems, including…

Our school nurses work with elementary, high school and post-secondary institutions throughout the district to provide nursing services and assist with health programming. Our strategies and initiatives are related, but not limited, to the Ministry of Education’s Foundations for a Healthy…

Parent involvement makes a huge difference in the success of children at school, and what you say and do as a parent matters. Below are some links that provide good information about health and your child.

Links and Handouts

 




Tip Sheets about the school system for parents in 15…

A concussion is a brain injury. It is caused by any blow to the head or a blow to the body which causes a sudden shaking of the head. It affects the way a child may think and remember things, and can cause a variety of symptoms.
Here is a Concussions page from Parachute Canada that can help…

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit provides a variety of resources and services for health-care workers, educators and employers. In this section, you can access useful information about common public health topics such as communicable disease reporting, immunization, general health…

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Ressources

 

Anaphylaxie


Connaitrelesallergies.ca        ​


 

Poux de tête


Poux de tête…

Frequently Asked Questions and Resources

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.


Healthy Schools


Teacher Resources
Ressources pour les Enseignants
Healthy…

Tooth decay (cavities) in baby (primary) teeth is the most common chronic disease affecting children in Canada. Healthy teeth and gums are important as a child grows to help them develop good speech, healthy eating habits, good social skills and to keep a place for adult teeth as they grow in.

The…

This webpage has been adapted from five rack cards for accessibility. The page can be printed or you can request a copy of the rack card(s) by making a request through our contact page and we would be happy to provide it.
Baby Teeth are Important


Caregiver wiping baby's gums with a soft cloth…

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,…