Northampton Health Department
The Health Department promotes and protects the health and well being of the individual, family and community in the City of Northampton. The Health department is responsible for:
Healthy Communities Survey
Cooley Dickinson Hospital is conducting a survey of Northampton residents about healthy communities. It should take no more than 5-7 minutes to complete the survey. This survey will include questions about your food shopping habits, diet, physical activity, and health. The results from this survey will be used to inform Cooley Dickinson Hospital and other public health agencies of possible ways to improve the overall health of the community.
Click here to open survey in new window.
Department News
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Changes to Tobacco Regulations
On July 22nd, the Northampton Board of Health held a public hearing to hear comments from the community about proposed amendments to the current tobacco regulations. The changes focus on Nicotine Delivery Products, such as e-cigarettes, and the Board of Health is proposing to regulate these products in the same manner as tobacco.
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Summer Health Tips
Summer has arrived. Get quick tips on safe swimming, sunning, and more.
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Food Allergy Awareness
For all food establishments: learn about the new Food Allergy
Awareness Act going into effect on October 1, 2010 in the State of Massachusetts.
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Food Inspection Reports
See how many food inspections the Health Department is performing.
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Info for Recreational Camp Directors
Get the state Recreational Camp regulations, and resources to help prevent illness and disease at summer recreational camps for children.
Did you know city Health records are public information? If you are interested in accessing information from Health Department records (everything from septic systems to restaurant inspections) please fill out this form and return it to the health department.
