Hornepayne

The Hornepayne branch of the Porcupine Health Unit is open Mondays from 8:30 a.m. to noon and Tuesdays-Fridays 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Call our office or our toll free number, 1-800-461-1818, for information about our programs and services.

For after hours emergency inspection service, please call our toll free number, 1-800-461-1818, where someone can be reached 24 hours a day.

Head Lice

If you or your child has been exposed to or has head lice, this page contains information to prevent, check and treat head lice.

Health Fair for Older Adults

Timmins, Ontario - The Porcupine Health Unit, along with several partners, is hosting a local health fair featuring a variety of booths and speakers.

Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program

Healthy Babies Healthy Children is a free program for families who are expecting a new baby or have children up to transition to school age who would like to receive reliable information and support to help them give their children the best start in life.

Healthy Environments

There are many incidents that can have a negative effect a person's health such as radon and blue-green algae. The Porcupine Health Unit works with many community partners to prevent or reduce any negative effects to area residents.

How to Nurture Physical Activity in Your Child

If your child has a preferred activity, encourage them to participate in it once or twice per week, while getting them to partake in a variety of other physical activities 3 or 4 times per week.