Infection Prevention & Control

  An outbreak occurs when there is an increase in the number of infections that come in above normal in a given period of time

Emotional Health

  Emotional Health for Parents: Sometimes having a baby is not what you expected… Parenting can cause strain and tension – not to mention sleep deprivation!   We provide screening for early detection of postpartum mood di...  Information on mental health, mental illness and addictions is also available

Mental Health

Support for caregivers and families    When you, or a family member, experience a change in your mental wellbeing, it can feel like you are all alone. But we are here to tell you that you are not alone and that organizations and resources exists to support you. Many of these organizations have been …

2024 - Report to the Community - Building Foundations for Healthier Communities

A cornerstone of this work is the ongoing assessment of our region’s health

I am pregnant, have a baby under 12 months, or am immunocompromised. How can I reduce the risk of measles?

  To reduce the risk:  Ensure everyone in your household and anyone who will be in close contact (such as visitors, babysitters, and extended family) is fully vaccinated with two doses of .  Avoid crowded or high-risk public settings, especially if there is known measles activity in your community

Travel Health Notice - Zika virus infection in the Americas

Zika virus infection is caused by a virus which is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito... It is recommended that pregnant women and those considering becoming pregnant discuss their travel plans with their health care provider to assess th.  The illness is typically mild and lasts only a few days

Resources

Public Health Ontario (PHO) Reference Pages   General Best Practices for Infection Prevention and Control Programs in Ontario In All Health Care Settings, 3rd edition (PDF) Cleaning & Disinfection   Best Practices for Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization of Medical Equipment/Devices In…

Finance and Audit Committee Meetings

Social Media Terms of Use

Differences of opinion are fine, but mutual respect is a must... Our goal is share ideas and information with as many individuals as possible and our policy is to accept the majority of comments made to our profile

Strategic Plan

  Vision Health for all. Together.Mission We promote and protect community health and advance health equity in Algoma. Values Excellence, Respect, Accountability & Transparency, Collaboration   Strategic Direction #1: Advance the priority public health needs of Algoma’s diverse communities.…