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The best thing you can do for your child’s oral health is to be a good example. If you are brushing and flossing daily, your child will learn that taking care of their mouth is part of daily hygiene. But, until they are old enough, you will have to look after their oral health for…
It is normal for babies to cry. Each baby is different but lots of crying is common in the first two to five months of their life. Some may cry more at different times of the day, for example in the evening, and the crying can last for 30 minutes or longer. But remember, your baby is not crying to…
Vaccine Protection Against Pertussis
TBDHU recommends adults receive vaccine protection against pertussis (whooping cough) so they do not spread the infection to infants who will not be protected until they receive their infant vaccine series.
The FREE Tdap vaccine (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis…
Stephanie Maki & Jackie Rink, Family Home Visitors
Family home visitors (FHVs) from the Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program added food skills education into the services they offered to families in 2015 thanks to a one-time grant from the Ministry of Children and Youth Services. As…
Robyn Land & Melissa Syrja, Public Health Inspectors
A streamlined Outbreak Response Protocol has improved the efficiency of public health’s response to confirmed or suspected food and waterborne illness outbreaks.
Micro-organisms such as Norovirus or E. coli bacteria can get into…
How does your sperm measure up?
There are many factors that affect sperm health. Sperm that has the ability to swim (motility) and are a good size and shape all affect the sperm’s ability to produce offspring. Now, maybe you aren’t planning to have a child so you think this information doesn’t…
Disclaimer
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit supports mental health in a variety of ways across our programs. We do not, however, provide acute crisis or mental health services or counselling. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis:
Call 911
Visit your nearest…
Babies learn from the time they are born by listening and interacting with the sounds and voices that surround them. The ability to hear is an important sense for brain development and helps newborn babies to learn beginning speech and communication skills. If a baby is born with hearing loss…
At birth, a baby’s vision is blurry and unfocused. Babies can detect light, shapes, and movement, and they can just make out the face of the person holding them. A baby’s sense of sight will develop gradually over the first 6 to 8 months of life. Regular eye exams with an optometrist,…
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:…
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit supports a maternal mental health group therapy provided by St. Joseph's Care Group Mental Health Outpatient Program. The therapy group is for pregnant women who are having mental health difficulties or for women experiencing mood changes after baby.…
The effects of pesticides (including herbicides, fungicides and insecticides) on human health are complex and not completely understood. However, there are clear links between pesticide use and illness. The Thunder Bay District Health Unit’s role is to provide recommendations and information about…
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…
West Nile Virus is transmitted, or spread, to humans through a bite from an infected mosquito.
TBDHU has been monitoring the local mosquito population for many years to identify any risk. This is done by trapping mosquitos and testing them. To date, West Nile Virus is not endemic in our area and…
What is Triple P?
Triple P is a parenting program for parents and is supported by 30 years of research. It follows a helpful, positive approach to raising children. The goal of Triple P is to help you create a positive, caring relationship with your children and family.
Why Triple P…