Pregnancy Checklist

  Important notice: There is an obstetrician shortage in the Algoma District. For pregnant people residing in communities without obstetric care, that need to travel for prenatal appointments and childbirth, the Northern Health Travel Grant may cover some of the cost.   For…

Board of Health Meetings

Mental Wellness

  For more general information on mental health and wellness visit:   Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) CMHA Ontario Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) Mental Health Commission of Canada Mental Health & Wellness Support  Mental Health Services To connect

Winter Sun Safety

Don't be fooled by cold temperatures and snow, the potential for sunburn in the winter can still be very high. Rain, sunshine, or snow, protect your skin against the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation (UV rays). In the winter, UV rays reflect off snow as much as 88%.This can nearly double the …

Point of Care Risk Assessments (PCRA) & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

2017 - Bulletin: Alcohol and Cancer

Did you know?   Drinking alcohol is directly linked to several types of cancer; Just one drink a day can raise your alcohol-related cancer risk; and, Drinking less or not at all is the best way to reduce your risk

Quit Smoking or Vaping

Customize your quit plan to best meet your specific goals and needs

Mpox Vaccine

  Mpox is a virus that causes fever, headache, swollen lymph nodes and tiredness, followed by a rash and blisters on the skin. It is endemic to parts of west and central Africa. Since May 2022, a strain of Mpox has spread to more than 70 countries, including to Canada. The pattern of spread…

Safer Sharps Handling and Disposal

It is best to wear rubber gloves Pick the needle up by pointing the needle tip down and away from you

Cleaning & Disinfecting

Regular cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces is important to reduce the risk of disease transmission.   Without proper cleaning, disinfection will not be effective.    Download: Proper Cleaning and Disinfection Practice Step 1: Cleaning   Cleaning must always be the first step to remove dirt…