Philadelphia Department of Public Health

08/12/2026

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is hiring for a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (Adult Care/Family Health).

Learn more and apply by August 23, 2026! https://ow.ly/CwVu50Zx9b3

08/12/2026

Check out the calendar for this month's community outreach activities!

08/11/2026

Join Philly Loves Families this Thursday, August 13, for the Healthy Start Education Class. This week's topic is Health & Nutrition During Pregnancy.

Classes are held on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. on Zoom. Register here: https://ow.ly/Onnc50Zx9sR.

08/10/2026

Pool lifts are available at the following pools! For more hours and more information: https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder/ #/locations/swimming-pools

08/07/2026

During National Immunization Awareness Month, it is important to highlight safe injection practices that protect patients from infections and keep healthcare settings safe. Always use a new needle and new syringe for every injection and every patient.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/VCWY50ZwJbm.

08/07/2026

Everyone in Philadelphia deserves access to fresh, local produce. Two Health Department programs – Philly Loves Fresh and Local Produce Mini Grants – are working toward that goal.

Learn more here:

Philadelphia Health Department programs provide access to fresh, local produce.

08/06/2026

Some parts of PA may be pretty hot today and tomorrow. 🌡️ Heat illness can happen fast — stay safe with these tips:
💦 Drink plenty of water
🚫 Avoid alcohol
🏠 Stay in air‑conditioned spaces (call 211 to find a cooling center)
🕙 Limit time outdoors
👕 Wear light, loose‑fitting clothing
👵 Check on older family members and neighbors
🚘 Never leave children or pets in a vehicle

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

DYK? Farmers’ markets have been a part of Philly's food system since at least 1858 when Market Street was home to open-air produce markets. Today, there are more than 30 farmers’ markets and farm stands across the city!

Find one near you: phila.gov/farmers-markets/.

08/05/2026

Starting tomorrow! Healthy Start Group Education Classes are held on Thursdays at 1 pm on Zoom. Register here: https://redcap.phila.gov/surveys/?s=WYW4773MW9

Class schedule:
August 6 – Lactation & infant feeding
August 13 – Health and nutrition for pregnancy
August 20 – Childbirth education
September 3 – Parenting & child development
September 10 – Safe sleep
September 17 – Fatherhood
September 24 – Perinatal mental health
October 1 – Community resources for families