Working Together

...to promote a healthy Cape Cod community through disease prevention and control, health and safety education, environmental protection and emergency preparedness.

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The Department of Health and Environment was established in 1926 to provide regional efficiencies throughout the 15 towns of Barnstable County, while supporting the autonomy of local boards of health. The Department provides a diversity of services that promote public health and environmental protection, from emergency planning, to monitoring of water, land, and air, to disease prevention, inspectional services, COVID-19 pandemic response, and even the practical application of providing loans for septic system repair and replacement. The physical and mental well-being of Barnstable County’s residents, alongside protection of our sensitive ecosystems, are our top priorities.


News

Quarterly Community Health E-Newsletter | Issue 3 | May 2025

Welcome to the third issue of our new and improved quarterly Community Health Newsletter! Our goal is to discuss important public health and environmental health issues impacting our region, while […]

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Deputy Director Erika Woods Recognized for 20 Years of Service to Rabies Task Force

At last week’s meeting of the Cape Cod and Southeast Massachusetts Rabies Task Force (CCSMRTF), Erika Woods, Deputy Director of the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment, was presented with […]

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The Alternative: A Newsletter from the Massachusetts Alternative Septic System Technology Center

Check out MASSTC’s most recent edition of their newsletter “The Alternative”!

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Upcoming MMR Vaccine Clinics in May and June

The Barnstable County Public Health Nursing Division, in collaboration with the Shared Services Division and the towns of Orleans, Eastham, Dennis, and Mashpee, is coordinating Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) […]

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Regional Annual Mobile Food Inspections: A Shared Services Success

The Public Health Shared Services Division at the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment continues to strengthen regional capacity through coordinated initiatives. This season, the County has conducted 14 […]

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Barnstable County Offers Discounted Tick Testing

With tick-borne diseases on the rise, protecting yourself and your family from ticks is important. By being aware and taking steps to prevent tick bites, you can enjoy the outdoors. […]

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Upcoming Meetings & Events

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