Michael P. Hirsh, M.D., Medical Director
Karyn E. Clark, Director
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.
The Worcester Division of Public Health (WDPH) has issued a public health advisory concerning an outbreak of Hepatitis A, particularly among those experiencing substance use and/ or homelessness.
Posted: Friday 12/07/18
The City of Worcester announced today that on the heels of the Boston Red Sox 2018 Championship, all four World Series trophies (2004, 2007, 2013, 2018) will make a special appearance on the Worcester Common this Friday as part of the City’s annual Festival of Lights Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration.
Posted: Tuesday 11/27/18
The City of Worcester has announced that the annual Festival of Lights Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration will take place on Friday, November 30 from 4:30-9 p.m. headlined by breakthrough pop artist Brynn Elliott.
Posted: Friday 11/09/18
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Goods for Guns happening this Saturday in communities across Central Mass
Posted: Thursday 12/13/18 3:56 PM
Goods for Guns happening this Saturday in communities across Central Mass
Posted: Thursday 12/13/18 3:45 PM
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Posted: Wednesday 12/05/18 11:10 AM
Spread the word! The 17th Annual Goods for Guns Buyback is happening across Central MA on Saturday, December 15th. Earn gift cards in exchange for returning a gun - see photos below for a list of participating locations!
Posted: Tuesday 11/20/18 4:37 PM
Hear from our Medical Director, Dr. Hirsh as he talks about the Goods for Guns Buy Back program in Worcester!
Posted: Monday 11/19/18 11:09 AM
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As colder weather approaches and we head into the Fall and Winter seasons, it's important to prepare for flu season. Getting the flu shot in addition to other basic preventive measures can greatly reduce the risk of you and your family members coming down with the flu.
The Holiday Blues are temporary feelings of anxiety or depression during the holidays. Remember that this is short-term; learn important tips for avoiding the Holiday Blues.
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