We work to protect the public from a variety of environmental exposures. These exposures can occur when we come into contact with pollutants in the air, water, or soil – whether they result from human activities or the natural environment, like radon in soil.
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Boston, MA 02108
Who we serve
We respond to the environmental health concerns of Massachusetts residents by studying the impact of these pollutants on communities and informing the public about how to prevent or minimize their exposure to harmful pollutants. Our regulatory programs enforce laws and regulations related to food protection, radiation protection, childhood lead exposure, and minimum health and sanitation standards for housing, recreational camps, swimming pools, correctional facilities, and farm labor camps.
Our Organizations
- Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
- Division of Environmental Health Regulations and Standards
- Division of Healthy Homes and Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
- Division of Environmental Epidemiology
- Division of Environmental Toxicology, Hazard Assessment and Prevention
- Division of Food Protection
- Division of Radiation Control
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Featured Topics
Environmental Exposure Topics
Learn about and explore resources for various environmental issues.
Lead and Radon Safety
Lead in your home is a health risk for young children and pregnant mothers. Learn about the dangers of lead and how to remove it safely.
Indoor Air Quality
Assessments of indoor air quality in public buildings throughout Massachusetts. We also provide information for the public and monitor radon.