Info :
Porcupine Health Unit and Timiskaming Health Unit have now officially become Northeastern Public Health as of January 1st, 2025. We can still be reached at our offices, existing phone numbers, websites, and emails. Programs and services, and all of our dedicated public health teams will also stay the same.
Notice :
Please note that the Matheson office of the Porcupine Health Unit will be closed on December 30, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and December 31, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you require any assistance, please contact the main office at 1-800-461-1818.
Notice :
Please note that the Matheson office of the Porcupine Health Unit will be closed on January 3, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you require any assistance, please contact the main office at 1-800-461-1818.
Notice :
Please note that the Smooth Rock Falls office of the Porcupine Health Unit will be closed on January 3, 7 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and January 6, 2024, from 8:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m. If you require any assistance, please contact the main office at 1-800-461-1818.
Notice :
Please note that the Hornepayne offices of the Porcupine Health Unit will be closed on January 3, 2024, from 12:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you require any assistance, please contact the main office at 1-800-461-1818.
Notice :
Please note that all Porcupine Health Unit offices will be closed all day on January 1st and 2nd, 2025, for New Year Day.
Notice :
Please note that the Hornepayne office of the Porcupine Health Unit will be closed on December 30 and 31, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you require any assistance, please contact the main office at 1-800-461-1818.
Highlights
Respiratory Illnesses: Influenza & COVID-19
To best protect against severe sickness or hospital stays, everyone should ensure their vaccinations are up to date.
Online Appointments
Make an appointment online to receive a vaccine or obtain sexual health services. You can also register online for the food handler certification course.
Pertussis (Whooping cough)
The Porcupine Health Unit has seen a rise in the number of confirmed cases of pertussis (whooping cough) in our region. Everyone should ensure their vaccinations are up to date. This page provides information about pertussis (whooping cough) including the signs and symptoms, how to protect yourself, how to prevent the spread, and what to do if you think yourself or your child has pertussis.