Public Health

Michael P. Hirsh, M.D., Medical Director
Karyn E. Clark, Director

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About Us

The City of Worcester Division of Public Health is the first nationally accredited health department in Massachusetts as well as the only multi-jurisdictional accredited health department in the country.

The Public Health Division is the lead agency of the Central MA Regional Public Health Alliance (CMRPHA). The CMRPHA is a coalition of seven municipalities (Towns of Grafton, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, Shrewsbury, and West Boylston and the City of Worcester) working cooperatively to create and sustain a viable, cost-effective, and labor-efficient regional public health alliance. Services offered include community health, environmental health, emergency preparedness, nursing and epidemiology.

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News & Announcements

Preventative Treatment for Algal Blooms at Indian Lake, June 11

The Department of Public Works & Parks has contracted for the application of aluminum sulfate to Indian Lake on Tuesday, June 11. All persons are advised to stay out of the water on that day.
Posted: Thursday 06/06/19

City to Celebrate Memorial Day

The Worcester Veterans’ Council and the City of Worcester Veterans’ Services Division will host events in observance of the Memorial Day holiday on May 26 and May 27.
Posted: Tuesday 05/21/19

Worcester Launches Handle With Care Program

The City of Worcester has partnered with the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office, the Worcester Police Department, the Worcester Public Schools and the state’s Department of Children and Families to launch the nationally recognized Handle With Care program.
Posted: Thursday 05/16/19

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Which park will we see you in this week?!
Posted: Monday 06/10/19 11:20 AM

Calling all families! Stop by for an hour or stay the whole day - tons of activities for kids and families to enjoy!
Posted: Friday 05/17/19 5:00 PM

We encourage you to attend this free full day training event to learn more about the culture of Islam and best practices for practitioners treating Muslim clients. We hope to see you there!
Posted: Thursday 05/16/19 4:51 PM

We'll see you in the park this summer!
Posted: Monday 05/13/19 5:53 PM

Follow these window safety tips to keep you and your family safe year round!
Posted: Tuesday 05/07/19 9:30 AM

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Programs & Initiatives

City Partners with CMMCP on Mosquito Control
The City of Worcester has partnered with the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project (CMMCP) to offer mosquito control services and programs throughout the City this summer. The goal is to reduce mosquito exposure to the public and the potential for disease transmission by mosquitoes.

Community Health Improvement Plan
The goal of the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) is to provide direction to the health department, health coalitions, hospitals, and other public health partners to best improve health in the Greater Worcester community.

March of Dimes HBHB
There's a lot you can do both before and during pregnancy to help you have a healthy baby. Developed by March of Dimes experts, Healthy Babies Healthy Business (HBHB) gives you the information you need - when you need it. This educational wellness program helps promote a family-friendly work environment.

Worcester Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation (WAASE)
The mission of WAASE is to develop prevention and intervention strategies designed to address sex trafficking in greater Worcester. They identify and respond to victims, survivors, traffickers, buyers, and facilitators in order to improve the health and wellness of our community.

Contact Information

Public Health
25 Meade Street
Worcester, MA 01610

Accessible via WRTA Bus Line. View Schedules

Phone: 508-799-8531
Fax: 508-799-8572
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Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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