Public Health

Our Vision

Our vision is an inclusive community that is healthy, safe, connected and equitable for all!

Our Mission

The mission of the Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services is to preserve, protect & promote the physical, mental, and environmental health of the Brookline Community.  We collaborate with partners to reduce health inequities and respond to emerging public health challenges.

  1. ADVISORIES & PRESS RELEASES
  2. BRIDGE ACCESS PROGRAM
  3. CURRENT EVENTS
  4. SAFE HOLIDAY PLANNING

ADVISORIES & PRESS RELEASES

Dec. 5: Brookline Offering Last Flu Shot Clinic of the Season

BROOKLINE – The Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services is offering residents a final shot for a healthy holiday season. The department will host its last flu clinic of the season during National Influenza Vaccination Week. Vaccination against the flu is still the most effective way to reduce the risk of severe illness or hospitalization.

The final flu clinic will be held on Tuesday, Dec, 5 from 2-4 p.m. at the Public Health Building, 11 Pierce St.

Doses are available while supplies last. High-dose vaccine is available for adults ages 65 and over and FluMist is available for children ages 2 – 18 while supplies last. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. To schedule an appointment and save time, register here. Full press release.

Photo: Brookline HHS Gives 30 Turkeys and 20 Chickens to Families in Need

BROOKLINE – The Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services launched its first Brookline Bounty Birds initiative in time for the thanksgiving holiday.

The Brookline Bounty Birds included 30 turkeys and 20 chickens purchased with remaining annual funds from Brookline Bounty coupons. The department partnered with Farmers’ Market vendor Copicut Farm to distribute turkeys and chicken roasters to families this Thanksgiving. On Tuesday, Nov. 21, department staff made deliveries to three locations: the Brookline Housing Authority, the Brookline Senior Center, and the Public Schools of Brookline. Full press release.

The Friends of Brookline Public Health Announce Award Recipients, Remind Community About Artificial Intelligence Panel

The Friends of Brookline Public Health are pleased to announce the recipients of two awards – the Alan Balsam Public Health Leadership Award and the Herb Carlin Community Health Award – which will be presented during an upcoming meeting on Nov. 29.

Lawrence “Larry” Madoff, MD, Medical Director, Bureau of Infectious Disease and Laboratory Sciences, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and the staff of the Brookline Department of Public Health will both receive the Alan Balsam Public Health Leadership Award for their outstanding service during the recent COVID-19 pandemic. The award is given to an individual who has shown extraordinary leadership in the field of Public Health, both locally and nationally. Full press release.

The Friends of Brookline Public Health Invite  Community to 'Harnessing AI for Public Health' Panel Presentation

BROOKLINE – The Friends of Brookline Public Health would like to invite the community to a live panel presentation titled “Harnessing AI for Public Health: Opportunities and Challenges for Brookline.” Full press release.

Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services Begins Assessment and Gap Analysis

The Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services announces that it has begun a process to assess human, health and social services and determine any gaps in access to, or receipt of, essential needs for the residents of the Town of Brookline.

A five-phase plan will study, illuminate and address real or perceived inequities in human services using a foundation of historical studies, current resources and projection of needed services to allow all groups to access human services in the Town. Full press release.