Please note that the Moosonee office of the Porcupine Health Unit will be closed today, Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 8:30 a.m until 4:30 p.m. If you require any assistance, please contact the main office at 1-800-461-1818.
Please note that all Porcupine Health Unit offices will be closed all day on Friday March 29, 2024 and April 1st, 2024 for Good Friday and Easter Monday.
Please note that the Hornepayne offices of the Porcupine Health Unit will be closed on April 2, April 3, April 4, April 5 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.
There is currently a shortage of the yellow fever vaccine in Canada. Travellers should contact the Porcupine Health Unit well in advance to inquire about whether or not Yellow Fever vaccine is required. The Porcupine Health Unit will then be able to advise you on your options including possibly travelling out of town to receive the yellow fever vaccine.
This fall you can get both your flu and COVID-19 vaccines at one of the many Porcupine Health Unit clinics in the area. The vaccines are safe and effective and the best protection available against flu and COVID-19.
To best protect against severe sickness or hospital stays, everyone should ensure their vaccinations are up to date.