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Smoking + Radon = Dangerous combination
Statistically, 1 in 20 people who have a high concentration of radon gas in their homes will develop lung cancer. However, if you smoke on top of this, your chances of developing lung cancer are 1 in 3. Don’t let the two leading causes of lung cancer stand…
Accountability Agreement Indicators 2015
Accountability Agreement Indicators
2015 Target
2015 Performance
% of tobacco vendors in compliance with youth access legislation at the time of last inspection
≥90%
97.1% (135/139…
Since 2011, TBDHU has been reporting to the MOHLTC on several key performance indicators. The indicators were developed to monitor and report on public health programming, to support continuous quality improvement initiatives, and to ensure accountability and transparency to the public. The table…
Accountability Agreement Indicators
2013 Target
2013 Performance
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
% of high-risk food premises inspected once every 4 months while in operation
100%
99.5%
% of pools and public spas by class inspected while…
Vision
To be leaders in creating healthy communities and healthy environments.
Mission
TBDHU is committed to meeting the public health needs of our citizens by delivering accessible programming of the highest standards in protection, prevention and health promotion.
Core Values…
Ready to quit? The Thunder Bay District Health Unit provides support for smokers and other tobacco users who are ready to quit.
Take Control Clinic
The Take Control Clinic is offered to residents of Thunder Bay and the district. The Smoking Treatment for Ontario Patients (STOP) Program is a…
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit is always looking for ways to work collaboratively with partners to build capacity, share knowledge and expertise and strengthen action around a variety of public health topics.
Jolyne's Story
Darlene's Story
John's Story
Unscripted version
Gini's Story
Unscripted version
Denise's Story
Unscripted version
Gail's Story
In memoriam: Gail passed away December 13th, 2022. We are grateful that she shared her story in order to help…
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,…
Tips
Being active is more fun with friends and family! Grab a buddy (furry friends count too) and get moving.
Explore the great outdoors and all that the city and surrounding area has to offer.
Build physical activity into your day. Choose an active way to get to your destinations.
Remember…
Fruit Recipes
Fruit Salsa
Jackfruit BBQ
Pumpkin Muffins
Tips
Keep whole fruit on hand, such as apples, oranges, bananas or pears, that…
Reducing and breaking up sitting time is beneficial to health. Simple, low-intensity activities such as standing, walking, taking the stairs, and stretching, done intermittently throughout the day is just as beneficial to your health as structured exercise! Below are some additional tips to…
Tips
Keep it simple! Focus on changing one lifestyle habit at a time. As that becomes routine, build in another goal that helps you reach the overall lifestyle you are aiming for.
Stay positive! Believe in yourself that you can achieve your healthy lifestyle goals. If you have a…