Fredericton Public Health Clinic – Fredericton, NB

Community Health and Preventive Services

Healthy Families and Early Childhood

• Delivery of the Healthy Families, Healthy Babies program for new parents.
• Comprehensive prenatal and postnatal support and education.
• Developmental screening and monitoring for infants and toddlers.
• Breastfeeding support and nutritional counseling for families.
• Home visitation services for eligible families requiring extra support.
• Coordination with community partners for early childhood intervention.

Clinic Overview and Mandate

The Fredericton Public Health Clinic, located on St. Mary’s Street in the Two Nations Crossing area, serves as the primary hub for preventive health services in the capital region. Operated by the Horizon Health Network under the direction of the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, this facility focuses on population health rather than acute care. The clinic’s mandate is to protect and promote the health of the community through education, disease prevention, and health surveillance. Unlike a walk-in clinic or emergency room, services here are specialized and often appointment-based, targeting specific public health priorities such as immunization coverage and communicable disease control. The facility provides a welcoming, confidential environment for residents of all ages, from newborns to seniors, ensuring equitable access to essential health resources. 🏥💉👶

Immunization and Disease Control

A cornerstone of the clinic’s operations is the management of the provincial immunization program. Public health nurses at this location administer routine childhood vaccinations, ensuring that the population remains protected against vaccine-preventable diseases like measles, mumps, and whooping cough. They also manage school-based immunization campaigns for grades 7 and 9. Beyond routine shots, the clinic plays a critical role in communicable disease management, investigating outbreaks and following up on reportable diseases to prevent community spread. This includes tuberculosis (TB) screening and management, as well as seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccination clinics.

Sexual Health and Harm Reduction

The clinic offers specialized sexual health services, providing confidential testing and treatment for sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBIs). These services are designed to be low-barrier and non-judgmental, catering to diverse populations including youth and marginalized groups. The staff provides counseling on safer sex practices, birth control options, and reproductive health. Furthermore, the clinic is involved in harm reduction strategies, working to reduce the negative health, social, and economic impacts of substance use in the community. By integrating these various streams of care, the Fredericton Public Health Clinic acts as a vital safety net, addressing the upstream determinants of health to build a resilient and healthy population.