Minneapolis Health Department

We protect the environment, prevent disease and injury, and promote healthy behaviors.
Health Commissioner Damōn O. Chaplin
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Go green for May is Mental Health Awareness Month

We invite everyone to wear green on May 1. This is to support our community and those struggling with their mental health. Green represents new life, growth, and hope, a symbol of mental well-being and recovery.
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Join us for our Leaf n' Learn Tree Care Festival

Our family-friendly tree care festival is an opportunity to learn how to take care of your trees and purchase one for just $30 on May 31.
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What we do

We protect the environment, prevent disease and injury and promote healthy behaviors.

Current public health concerns

Get information about illnesses that may affect you and your family.

Health Department Requests for Proposals

See upcoming and current Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from the City.

Health Department stories

Healthy communities begin with individual stories. See how our work makes a difference.

Divisions

Environmental Health

We offer educational materials and trainings for businesses we inspect.

Policy and Healthy Communities

We manage community programs and support policies to promote health for all.

Public Health Initiatives and Operations

We build a foundation of public health that supports the department’s strategic goals.

Sustainability, Healthy Homes and Environment

We protect public health and the environment from the adverse effects of pollution.

Workforce Management

We develop a skilled and informed public health workforce.

Health news

May 23

Grill Smart: City gives tips for staying safe this cookout season 

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May 21

City Trees events showcase Leaf 'N Learn Tree Care Festival

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May 14

Minneapolis installs first northside NARCAN vending machine

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Minneapolis Health Department

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Phone

612-673-2301

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 520
Minneapolis, MN 55415