Environmental Epidemiology Program

We work closely with other programs throughout the Department of Public Health to bring together the data and expertise needed to:

• Identify health disparities among residents
• Help community partners and others make data-informed decisions on community health needs and identifying opportunities for preventive action to protect the public’s health

Our data is available to the public, health professionals, and researchers through the internet and by request, while always ensuring the protection of privacy and confidentiality of health information. We actively partner with:

• Local health departments
• Community health organizations
• Academic institutions
• The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
• Federal agencies such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)