Public Health

Michael P. Hirsh, M.D., Medical Director
Soloe Dennis, M.S., M.E.P., Director

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 four municipalities (Towns of Grafton, 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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Board of Health

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Needle Safety & Disposal

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Regional Public Health Alliance

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Tobacco Sales

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Worcester Invites Public to Take Community Development Survey to Give Feedback on Use of CDBG Funds

The City of Worcester is inviting the public to take a Community Development Survey to offer feedback and help inform use of the municipality’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
Posted: Wednesday 11/20/24

Worcester to Host Festival of Lights Friday, Dec. 6, Kick Off Weekend of Holiday Festivities

The City of Worcester’s annual Festival of Lights celebration returns to the Worcester Common Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. The free, family-friendly event hosts numerous lighting features, ice skating, food vendors, community organizations, and performances from 4:30 - 9 p.m.
Posted: Tuesday 11/12/24

Municipal Buildings Closed Monday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day, Trash and Recycling to Follow Regular Pickup Schedule

During the week of Nov. 11, the municipality will follow its regular schedule for trash and recycling pickup.
Posted: Friday 11/08/24

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Coronavirus Information

We are currently monitoring the Coronavirus situation and will provide further updates as needed. We encourage you to check out the following information from the State of Massachusetts and the CDC.

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Programs & Initiatives

Central MA Regional Public Health Alliance
The regional health district provides a comprehensive array of services to partner municipalities through a single organization managed by Worcester's Division of Public Health.

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.