Public Health Centre

The Public Health Centre at 247 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton, ON, is a key facility operating under the umbrella of the City of Hamilton's Public Health Services. This is not an individual practice but a large, publicly funded health clinic that offers a diverse array of services aimed at promoting and protecting the health of the community. Its services are broad and cater to various health needs across different age groups and demographics. Key offerings include, but are not limited to: Vaccination and Immunization: The centre provides essential vaccines for all ages, including routine childhood immunizations, flu shots, and COVID-19 vaccines, often through community vaccine clinics. Dental Services: Specifically, the Children's Preventive Dental Clinic - East, located at this address, offers free dental care for children and youth up to 18 years from low-income households. Services include dental screenings, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. Low-income seniors also have access to free routine dental services and dentures through the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. Sexual Health: The clinic offers low-cost birth control, free emergency contraceptive pills, urine pregnancy testing, and testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), along with access to harm reduction supplies and free condoms. Maternal and Child Health: Public Health Nurses are available to provide information and assistance for expectant parents and families with children up to 6 years of age on topics such as breastfeeding, nutrition, parenting, and growth and development. Programs like Healthy Babies, Healthy Children are also offered. Disease Prevention and Control: The centre is involved in the prevention and control of various diseases, offering information and services related to cold, flu, COVID-19, and other communicable diseases. Mental Health Services: Support and resources related to mental health are provided, including child and adolescent services and street outreach programs. Harm Reduction: Services include access to harm reduction supplies and naloxone prevention kits. Health Information and Resources: The Public Health Centre acts as a hub for general health inquiries, health card applications and renewals, and information on various health topics. The Public Health Centre is committed to providing accessible and affordable healthcare, often offering services with no fees or on a sliding scale for those with financial constraints. It emphasizes community well-being and preventative care, playing a crucial role in the public health infrastructure of Hamilton.