Public Health - Northern

Public health aims to protect and improve the physical, mental, and social well-being of communities. Health education, as well as efforts preventing injury and disease, empower people so they can make informed health decisions.

	Breastfeeding
	Child Safety
	Emergency Planning and Preparedness
	Environmental Health
	Family Planning
	Fitness Centres and Programs
	Flu Shots (Influenza Vaccines)
	Food Safety
	Hepatitis
	HIV / AIDS
	Immunization Clinics
	Information Services for Children and Youth
	Mental Health Promotion
	Parenting Education
	Postpartum Depression
	Prenatal Classes and Programs
	Public Health Promotion
	Public Health Units
	Safety and Injury Prevention
	Screening Programs
	Sexual Health Clinics
	Smoking

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

For the most current information visit the Ministry of Health's Coronavirus (COVID-19) website.

Contact your primary care provider or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 if you’re experiencing symptoms of the 2019 novel coronavirus.

Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency.

Ministry of Health's online self-assessment tool is available.

COVID-19 Testing Locations

Anyone who needs a test can get one and does not need an OHIP card. Tests are available by appointment only at assessment centres and at pharmacies.

Find a testing location near you.

Ontario is taking the next steps in its plan to better integrate the province’s health care system to help end hallway health care

You will continue to have access to the care you need and the health care providers you have built relationships with. Home care continues as before and there are no changes to long-term care home placement.

Patient services and contacts will remain unchanged until further notice.

For more information about how Ontario is improving the health care system, visit ontario.ca/connectedcare or contact Service Ontario Health INFOline at 1-866-532-3161 (TTY 1-800-387-5559).