Thunder Bay District Health Unit

03/27/2026

______ makes up __ % of cucumbers?
Drop your guess in the comments below for a chance to be entered into our grand prize draw at the end of the month!
The prize pack includes a grocery gift card, a crock pot, and a variety of useful kitchen tools.
You have until March 31st to submit your answer. The grand prize winner will be selected on April 1st, so keep an eye on your direct messages to see if you’ve won!

03/26/2026

We're proud to be one of the 40+ clinics across Northwestern Ontario participating in Cervical Screen-a-thon this April!

If you meet the criteria for cervical screening on slide 2 and don't have a health care provider, now is a great time to book! Call us at 807-625-5976 to book your appointment and visit https://tbrhsc.net/screenathon for more information including a full list of participating sites.

03/25/2026

It is our final week of Nutrition Month!
This spotlight is not on a Registered Dietitian, but instead a Dietitian student.
Recipe: Southwest Pasta Salad
Ingredients:
1 cup corn
1 cup frozen edamame beans, thawed
1 tomato, diced
1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 bell pepper, diced
2 cups macaroni, cooked
Avocado, diced (optional)
Spinach, chopped (optional)
Dressing:
½ cup Yogurt
¼ cup Ranch
½ tsp Cumin
¼ cup Mayo
2 tsp Lime Juice
½ tsp Cayenne powder
Directions:
Whisk the dressing ingredients together. Add everything to a bowl, toss to combine!

03/23/2026

Exercise can be fun and playful, and it doesn’t have to follow a strict routine to benefit you.
Find ways to move your body that you find fun and enjoyable, whether that be dancing around your house, playing games, or even cleaning.
Staying active can help keep your energy up throughout the day and triggers the release of chemicals that support a happier, healthier mind and body. What is a fun way you move your body?

03/21/2026

Expecting this summer?
Join our In-Person Prenatal Classes -- registration now open for May, June, July & August sessions!
Spots are limited so register today!
Click the link in bio or call 807-625-5900 to secure your spot!
https://www.tbdhu.com/health-topics/pregnancy/person-prenatal-class

03/20/2026

Which food family do peanuts belong to?
Comment your answer below for a chance to win our weekly prize of a $25 grocery gift card AND an entry to win our grand prize draw at the end of the month. The grand prize includes a grocery gift card, a crock pot, and a selection of handy kitchen utensils!
You have one week to submit your comment.
The weekly winner will be selected on March 27th, so keep an eye on your direct messages to see if you’ve won!

03/19/2026

Su***de is preventable. Anyone can make a difference. This is the key message behind safeTALK su***de alertness training. The half-day workshop will enable participants to feel more confident to identify when someone may be considering su***de, communicate with them and get additional help or resources. Anyone can respond to a person thinking about su***de when they’re equipped with knowledge and skills.

TBDHU is offering safeTALK training for workplace representatives on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 8:30 am – 12:00 pm. This workshop will take place at the Thunder Bay District Health Unit, located at 999 Balmoral Street in Thunder Bay. Space is limited to three representatives per workplace. A workbook and light refreshments will be provided.

Visit SuperiorMentalWellnessAtWork.com to register. https://www.tbdhu.com/health-topics/workplace-health/superior-mental-wellness-work

03/19/2026

Our third myth about substance use is that harm reduction provides a “free pass” for substance use! What harm reduction ACTUALLY provides is information, equipment, and overdose-reversing medication.
These all help to reduce a person’s risk.
To learn more about harm reduction, visit https://www.tbdhu.com/SuperiorPoints

03/18/2026

Registered Dietitians are trusted experts in food and nutrition and can support you with your food choices at every stage of your life.
# NutritionMonth2026
Recipe: Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients:
6 Bell Peppers, stems and tops removed, then seeded 1
lb. ground beef
1 onion, chopped
24 oz salsa
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 cup rice
½ cup frozen corn
½ cup black beans
2 cups water
½ tsp salt
1 cup shredded cheese
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
¼ cup sour cream
Directions:
1) Preheat oven to 350 F
2) Cook ground beef in a large frying pan. Once cooked, add the rice, corn, beans, and water. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat, cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender.
3) Place peppers with the tops off into an oven-safe dish, tops up. Fill with the meat and rice mixture. Bake for 18-20 minutes until peppers are tender.
4) Sprinkle with cheese, and melt the cheese in the oven. Garnish with the cilantro and sour cream, if you’d like!

03/17/2026

Today is St. Patrick’s Day, so we’re reminding everyone of the tips we shared last Thursday to help you celebrate more safely if you choose to drink today.

If you're attending St. Patrick’s events this weekend and planning to celebrate with a pint of stout (or any other alcoholic beverage), don't count on luck. Reduce your risk with these tips:
- Drink water between alcoholic drinks
- Eat before and during drinking (it's the perfect time to have some colcannon!)
- Be careful about mixing alcohol and other drugs
Learn more about alcohol and your health at https://www.tbdhu.com/alcohol

03/17/2026

Feeling lucky?
Then top your leprechaun! Stop by any Health Unit office for your own pot of gold… that is, condoms or any other safer s*x supplies you need.
https://tbdhu.com/s*x

03/16/2026

Food should feel fun and low stress for kids.
However, sometimes, pressure can sneak in. This may look like repeatedly asking a child to try a food after they’ve said no or praising one child for trying something when another chooses not to.
Even small moments like these can make food feel stressful. A helpful approach is to keep things curious and relaxed. If a child tries a new food, you might ask what they noticed about it - was it crunchy, sweet, or smelled interesting? If they decide not to try it, that’s okay too. You can remind them the food will still be there to try another time when they feel ready.