Community Update on Public Health COVID-19 Cluster Investigation in Elliot Lake

 In addition to the direct notification and isolation of confirmed cases and close contacts, APH is notifying and advis...   As per provincial guidance and regulations, where service provision involves close contact within 2 metres, use of PPE, including a medical mask and eye protection is recommended

Certain Patients of Dr. E.E. Beduhn Informed to Get Tested for Hep B and C and HIV

Beduhn are being recommended to seek testing for hepatitis B and hepatitis C and HIV. This notice is the result of Algoma Public Health’s (APH) investigation into an infection control lapse at the doctor’s office...   Fact SheetsGeneral Q&A'sHepatitis BHepatitis C HIVAdditional ResourcesInfection P

Certain Patients of Dr. E.E. Beduhn Advised to Get Tested for Hepatitis B and C and HIV

Beduhn are being recommended to seek testing for hepatitis B and hepatitis C and HIV... Marie, is recommended to seek testing for hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV...   Information lines have been set up at the Group Health Centre (705-759-5584) and Algoma Public Health (705-759-8529 or 1-844-812-9183), a

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

FAQs

Youth Led Health Promotion Committees

There is a committee in Wawa, Sault Ste Marie, Elliot Lake and Blind River.   The purpose is to:   Empower youth against harmful tobacco industry tactics and target youth Create fun and meaningful ways for youth to take action on health issues that are important... Snacks and refreshments are provided

We are all in this together

Not everyone is connected online or to TV and radio...  Please help spread the word with kindness and patience... Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds, or use alcohol... Stay connected virtually with technology...  Stay connected with friends and family by phone, email or with social media

Injury Prevention

The good news is that we can take a few small steps to avoid these injuries and protect our children... infant bunting bag) to your car seat—these are not approved by car seat manufacturers and reduce a child’s safety C. It is illegal to use a car seat or booster seat purchased from another country (e

2018 - Report to the community

  The report includes information on life expectancy, ma... The stigma that people with substance use disorders face is one of the biggest barriers to seeking treatment and support. Addressing that stigma, and providing advocacy and education to everyone in our community is an important part of our work

New Project Offers Early Developmental Screening to Parents & Caregivers

Nurturing Al...Built in collaboration with the Sault Ste... The Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) is a well-known and trustworthy tool caregivers can use to screen their child’s development from infancy to age six, covering areas like communication, motor skills, problem-solving, and social interactions