Peel Public Health – Mississauga, ON

Protecting and Promoting Public Health

Peel Public Health serves as the primary health authority for the Region of Peel, with its main services and administrative hub located at 7120 Hurontario Street. This facility is central to the region’s efforts to prevent disease, prolong life, and promote health through organized community efforts. It houses a variety of clinics and public health programs designed to support residents of all ages, from newborns to seniors, ensuring equitable access to essential health resources 🩺.

Clinical Services and Clinics

The Hurontario location offers several direct client services, often by appointment. Key clinical functions include:

• Immunization Clinics: Providing publicly funded vaccines for children and adults, including school-required immunizations and flu shots.
• Sexual Health: offering confidential testing, treatment, and counselling for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), as well as birth control services.
• Dental Services: Screening and treatment programs for eligible children (Healthy Smiles Ontario) and low-income seniors.
• Breastfeeding Support: Clinics and consultation for new parents needing assistance with infant feeding.

Health Protection and Inspection

Beyond clinical care, this location is the base for the Health Protection division. Public Health Inspectors operate from here to monitor compliance with provincial standards in food safety, safe water, and infection control. They conduct inspections of restaurants, public pools, spas, and tattoo parlours. The office also manages the tracking of communicable diseases and responds to health hazards in the community, such as rabies exposures or vector-borne diseases like West Nile virus 🦟.

Facility Information

The building is fully accessible and includes free parking for visitors. It is located near the intersection of Hurontario Street and Derry Road, making it accessible by major transit routes. Visitors attending clinics are advised to bring their health card and any relevant immunization records. The environment is scent-free to protect those with sensitivities.