New COVID-19 Screening Tool for Children in School and Child Care: What you Need to Know
On October 1st, 2020, the Ministry of Health updated their COVID-19 testing guidelines for school-aged children and youth. Below you…
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A safe return to school in the time of COVID-19
COVID-19 Communication, COVID-19 Information
Over the last few weeks, educational institutions have been working hard to plan a safe return to school. The school…
More informationPreparing your child for their immunization
Health Promotion Blog, Other
Before the immunization Vaccine injections can be a source of distress for children and parents. With some preparation and kid-friendly…
More information#UseHeart to beat cardiovascular disease
Chronic Disease Prevention, Health Promotion Blog
Starting September 29th, celebrate World Heart Day by using heart to beat cardiovascular disease. “Using heart” is about understanding what…
More informationMFHT’s back-to-school health tips
Chronic Disease Prevention, Health Promotion Blog, Other
Children and youth need the right balance throughout their day to help them learn, grow and develop. This includes getting…
More informationBack to School – Planning Lunches and Snacks to Kickstart Learning
Health Promotion Blog, Nutrition
Kids are at school shaping their future for most of the week. What they eat affects everything from their health…
More informationFeel powerless over food no more! Family Health Team launches new virtual group program
Health Promotion Blog, Nutrition
Keeping up with healthy behaviors can be challenging in times of stress, and though Covid-19 restrictions loosened this summer, most…
More informationInternational Overdose Awareness Day
Health Promotion Blog, Other
Held on August 31st each year, International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event that aims to raise awareness of…
More informationRecommendations for the use of face coverings by individuals with underlying lung disease
COVID-19 Communication, COVID-19 Information
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit recently adopted a policy that requires all persons to wear a mask or face…
More informationStaying Active From Home
Health Promotion Blog, Physical Activity
Beginning or maintaining a regular physical activity routine is not always easy, and when a world pandemic gets thrown into…
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