Health Department

The Health Department presented a preliminary report on the results of the Community Health Profile and Needs Assessment at the City Council meeting on May 15, 2023. The original RFP #05-23 for the study is located on the Purchasing Department webpage*

**If you are purchasing an existing food business or are looking to build one - please READ THIS PAGE FIRST**

Please make an appointment if you need to visit this Department. Alternatively, you might be able to complete your City business online. To make an appointment, please call: (603) 610-7273.

The Health Department also offers this Health Bulletin Board with information about current and seasonal health concerns including a new link to hourly updates on air quality, provided by NHDES in response to the Canadian wildfire smoke.

The City of Portsmouth Health Department continues to provide detailed information to residents through a special page dedicated to the latest information about COVID-19 and how residents, businesses, schools, travelers and communities should prepare for the possible spread of this new disease.

Mission Statement

The Portsmouth Health Department provides Environmental Health services for the protection of Portsmouth residents and visitors.

This is achieved through food establishment regulation, inspections and food safety education, and response to potential public health hazards including communicable diseases.

Hepatitis A - General Information

Service Dog Information

Keeping Her Safe

Keeping Him Safe

Project Cool Air