Boston Public Health Commission
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) serves as Boston's local health department, providing a wide range of health services and programs to protect, preserve, and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable.
BPHC envisions a thriving Boston where all residents live healthy, fulfilling lives free of racism, poverty, violence, and other systems of oppression.
BPHC has been leading Boston’s collaborative response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Find the latest data on the Boston COVID-19 Dashboard and our COVID-19 response page.
BPHC is an independent public agency governed by a seven-member board of health appointed by the Mayor of Boston.
Contact
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1010 Massachusetts Avenue
6th FloorBoston, MA 02118 -
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Priority topics
COVID-19
Stay up to date on the latest data and recommendations related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Flu (Seasonal Influenza)
Learn more about flu activity and how to get vaccinated in Boston for the 2022-2023 season
MPOX
Monkeypox is a viral infection caused by the monkeypox virus that can infect animals and humans.
2023 Shelter Reports
Learn more about the services our shelters provide
What we do by topic
Events
EventsNews and Announcements
News
Careers and internships
Apply for Commission Jobs
Do you care about the health of Boston? Join BPHC! Search and apply to open positions on our career center.
teen leadership programs
Are you a teen looking for ways to have a positive impact on your community? Take a look at our teen leadership programs to make a difference in your city!
Internships
BPHC offers internship opportunities to expand your education, and give back to your community. Take a look at the open internship opportunities in our career center.
