Blue-green algae bloom in Diamond Lake

Drinking water contaminated with the toxins can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal... “Do not drink the water and avoid activities that involve direct contact with it such as swimming, water skiing, and showering... Avoid activities involving direct contact with the water such as swimming and water skiing

Cleaning & Disinfecting

R... Choose a disinfectant that is compatible with your surfaces and with contact times that fit your needs Check the expiry date... use test strips) Toys that will be mouthed should be rinsed thoroughly with water following disinfection Do not use antiseptic wipes and other products intended for skin (i

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...   Vaccine Eligibility Criteria   Vaccine Side Effects & Risks  ... Mpox is usually mild...    Your health is important to us

Board of Health for Algoma Public Health decides not to proceed with a voluntary merger with Public Health Sudbury & Districts

” Currently, APH serves 21 municipalities over an area of over 44,000 km2...    In Ontario’s local public health system, both the provincial government and municipalities have a role in the funding and governanc...  To learn more about local public health programs and services in Algoma, please visit www

Public Health Officials across Northern Ontario increase COVID-19 protection for all users of indoor sporting facilities

Currently, the Province of Ontario requires proof o... Everyone aged 12 and over is strongly encouraged to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible. Municipalities, businesses, and organizations across the region are strongly recommended to develop and implement COVID-19 vaccination policies

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Oral Health

  The World Health Organization defines oral health as being free of chronic mouth and facial pain, oral and throat cancer, oral sores, birth defects such as cleft lip and palate, periodontal (gum) disease, tooth decay and tooth l.   Taking proper care of your teeth and gums is a life long commitment

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Keep yourself safe from mosquitoes and ticks

Lyme disease Lyme disease is an important health issue in many parts of Canada and is spread by the bite of blacklegged ticks infected with the bacteria known as Borrelia burgdorferi... It is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito... • Use mosquito repellent approved by Health Can

Changes to Case and Contact Management Processes in Algoma

Omicron is highly transmissible and has quickly become the dominant strain of COVID-19 in Ontario... The goal of this approach is to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 by managing individuals with the highest-risk of transmission and preventing outbreaks and transmission to vulnerable persons in high