📢 Ontario has announced its fall vaccine rollout of COVID-19, flu & RSV vaccines! New this year: ALL adults 75+ can get an #RSV vaccine. Getting vaccinated is the best protection against these viruses for those who are eligible. Learn more: https://t.co/BssQ9ThimL

Ontario's ‘Immunization of School Pupils Act’ requires all students be vaccinated against 9 diseases or have a valid exemption to attend school. Parents/guardians need to report vaccines to TPH. Doctors & nurses do not report them for you. More info: https://t.co/uvpP4FDtv4

Did you know? Rabies can be transmitted by domestic animals such as pets, livestock, or wild animals. Get your pets vaccinated and prevent the risk of rabies. Learn more: https://t.co/4YC1eV1uoV Image Description: Kitten getting vaccinated

📢 Calling all adults 75+ with no primary care provider! TPH is hosting an RSV Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, October 18. COVID-19 & flu vaccines will also be available & you can get them at the same time! Book an appointment: https://t.co/gILo8hjWns

#COVID19 & #flu vaccines are available for high-risk residents including adults 65+, hospital staff & patients, & congregate setting (e.g. retirement homes) staff/residents. You can get them & #RSV immunization at the same time if you are eligible. More: https://t.co/BssQ9ThimL

📢 COVID-19, flu & RSV vaccines are available for high-risk residents! New this year: ALL adults 75+ can get an #RSV vaccine. Getting vaccinated is the best protection against these viruses for those who are eligible. Learn more: https://t.co/BssQ9ThimL

Routine childhood vaccines or a valid exemption are required to attend school. Report student vaccines to TPH. You can use any of these options to report vaccinations from outside of Ontario/Canada or records in languages other than English. Learn more: https://t.co/uvpP4FDtv4

DMs are open ... at https://t.co/1NPNHtt49T. Submitting your tick photos here is the best way to identify the species of tick. Learn more: https://t.co/Dpnfr122QK #BigTickEnergyTO

It’s Mental Illness Awareness Week (Oct 5–11) 💚 — a time to learn, listen, and support those living with mental illness leading up to #WorldMentalHealthDay on Oct 10, reminding us how important it is to talk openly & break the stigma. Learn more: https://t.co/YxA6txYy4I #MIAW

Protect your pets from #BirdFlu: Keep your dog on leash & supervise them closely in off-leash areas. Do not let your pet touch wild birds. Some birds infected with #BirdFlu may not show symptoms. Learn more: https://t.co/13GhE0U7FM #H5N1 #AvianInfluenza

Online gambling is actively promoted, and our youth are watching. The Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP) is a free service that helps educate youth on gambling risks and making informed choices. Learn more: https://t.co/6lJRl3kXgw

Are you pregnant and thinking about breastfeeding your baby? TPH offers a FREE Virtual Prenatal Breastfeeding Program. For more information and to register: https://t.co/g7F5HJmMw4

Tuberculosis is preventable, treatable and curable! Toronto Public Health works with health care providers and the community to reduce the incidence and impact of TB in Toronto. Learn More: https://t.co/pVobB17HQe #endTB

Talk to your health care provider about getting a free RSV immunization: ✅ ALL adults 75+ ✅ Some high-risk adults 60-74 ✅ Infants <8 months & high-risk children under 2 ✅ Pregnant individuals between 32-36 weeks Learn more: https://t.co/4LJtGaFD4L

Do you know how to protect your home and lawn from wildlife? Swipe for some areas to look out for and tips to follow. See the full list: https://t.co/OjQwFB0EYS

(7/7) Overdoses & deaths due to the toxic drug supply can be prevented with increased federal & provincial investments in evidence-based prevention, harm reduction & treatment supports:

(6/7) Anyone can experience homelessness. People experiencing homelessness are at increased risk of dying prematurely. These issues in Toronto have been intensified by the drug toxicity epidemic.

(5/7) TPH is collaborating with City partners to better understand why the median age at death, especially amongst women, is decreasing.

(4/7) Data insights, continued: ➡️76% of reported deaths were males ➡️The median age at death was 50 years for males and 38 years for females (The female median age of death was younger than in the previous two years)

(3/7) Homelessness continues to negatively impact health outcomes, resulting in: ➡️215 reported deaths in 2024 (Compared to 301 in 2023, 328 in 2022) ➡️Drug toxicity remains the leading cause of death contributing to 55% of reported deaths in 2024 (Consistent with recent years)

(2/7) TPH supports the health and well-being of people who are experiencing homelessness and works with partners across the #CityofTO on solutions to address health needs of those experiencing homelessness.