The health department network in Massachusetts consists of the state health agency and a system of county and city health departments that together deliver public health programs, disease surveillance, and preventive services to residents statewide.
Health Departments locations are available in 329 cities across Massachusetts. They are spread across 14 counties.
Cities with the highest concentration include Boston, Canton, Westborough, which operate full-service health departments providing comprehensive clinical and environmental health services to large urban populations.
Residents of Massachusetts can access their local health department for vaccinations, vital records, food inspection reports, and communicable disease information. Many services are available by appointment, and some are walk-in friendly.
Residents of Massachusetts can order certified birth and death certificates, check restaurant inspection scores, and access free or low-cost vaccination services through their local health department. Most departments offer online appointment scheduling for clinical services.
Browse Health Departments by county across Massachusetts to find the nearest location.