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Asthma

Asthma is the most common chronic health condition among children in Ontario. Schools can help create an asthma-friendly school environment where children are supported to manage this condition.

OPHEA Asthma Education Initiative includes free resources about asthma management in schools.  Supports include:

The Clean Air Checklist is a tool for classroom teachers to use to improve the air quality in their classroom.

The Ontario Lung Association provides information about asthma and asthma management, free resources, and links to community programs.

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COVID-19 vaccines in HPE

Eligible individuals can receive their vaccination at many participating local pharmacies by contacting the pharmacy directly. Please visit covid-19.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations for location and registration information.

Vaccine ordering for health care providers

Vaccine orders for routine immunizations and STI medications continue to be available through HPEPH by using our vaccine order forms; however, please note that our vaccine delivery/pickup procedure has changed. For the most up to date pick up schedule please visit hpePublicHealth.ca/vaccine-orders-info-healthcare-providers/.