Portland Public Health Division

Portland Public Health Division Local Public Health Department for Maine's largest city. Welcome to the page for the Portland Public Health Division!

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What are you doing June 11th from 4:30-6PM?After reaching our CLASS capacity, TWO SPOTS have REopened in our Infant and ...
06/01/2026

What are you doing June 11th from 4:30-6PM?

After reaching our CLASS capacity, TWO SPOTS have REopened in our Infant and Child CPR and First Aid Choking Class.

Grab your partner, a fellow parent, or someone with a young child in their life and sign up for this important skill-building opportunity!

SIGN UP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsp0TD25RCc7QyTf63B_yLUQVbtFQp-OiS4xBJty1ifY_iVw/viewform

Can't make this class? Complete the form and join our waitlist for our next round of classes - dates to be determined.

Join us TOMORROW, Sunday, May 31 for ! We'll have free Narcan, safer s*x supplies, and other goodies to help you have a ...
05/30/2026

Join us TOMORROW, Sunday, May 31 for !

We'll have free Narcan, safer s*x supplies, and other goodies to help you have a healthy and safe Pride!

We'll also be conducting Rapid STI tests for HIV, Hepatitis C, and syphilis. Get your results in 20 minutes!

Stay tuned for all of our Pride 2026 events!

See your at our Stuffy Clinic!Today we'll be inviting our play group to bring in their favorite stuffies (and or borrow ...
05/28/2026

See your at our Stuffy Clinic!

Today we'll be inviting our play group to bring in their favorite stuffies (and or borrow one of ours!) and give their playmates their check-ups. After all: check-ups are important to make sure we're are healthy and growing!

While the children play, caregivers are welcome to socialize or ask the questions they need to our Maternal & Child Health Nurses.

Drop in any time 10-11:30AM at Reiche Community Center. Enter through "EXIT 11" and look for our signs!

FULL SUMMER DATES:
-May 28
-June 11
-June 25
-July 9
-July 23
-And more to come!

When was the last time your stuffy had their check-up?This Thursday, May 28 caregivers and their littles are invited to ...
05/26/2026

When was the last time your stuffy had their check-up?

This Thursday, May 28 caregivers and their littles are invited to play, meet other families, and bring their stuffies for our Stuffy Clinic! Children can give their stuffies wellness checks while our Maternal & Child Health nurses are available for your questions!

Our specialized nurses are also available to chat about:
🍼 Feeding support
📈 Developmental milestones
👶 Postpartum wellness

Join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 10:00–11:30 AM at the Reiche Community Center. Make sure to come in the door labeled "EXIT 11"!

Full dates and details in the bio! ✨

The most important skill you hope you never have to use? Infant/Child CPR.Give yourself the peace of mind from learning ...
05/25/2026

The most important skill you hope you never have to use? Infant/Child CPR.

Give yourself the peace of mind from learning the life-saving skills of Infant/Child CPR and choking first aid. Our Public Health Nurses are here for you and your family!

What: Free Infant/Child CPR & Choking First Aid Class

When: Thursday, June 11 | 4:30-6PM

Where: 100 Oak Street, Portland

Cost: Free! (Donations of size 2-4 diapers and/or baby wipes appreciated)

Babes in arms are welcome! Interpreters available upon request.

⚠️ Spots are limited! Register here by June 1: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsp0TD25RCc7QyTf63B_yLUQVbtFQp-OiS4xBJty1ifY_iVw/viewform?usp=header

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 207-874-8475

Plan your week with Portland Public Health!Check out these opportunities to connect with your community and free resourc...
05/24/2026

Plan your week with Portland Public Health!

Check out these opportunities to connect with your community and free resources!

-Thursday, 10AM-11:30AM: Caregivers and their littles are invited to our Parent Cafe at Reiche Community Center! Children are invited to bring their stuffies for our Stuffy Clinic!

-Friday, 9AM-12PM: "All Vaccines" Walk-In Clinic at 39 Forest Avenue. Stop by without an appointment to get the vaccines you and your family need!

-Saturday, 10AM-3PM: Find us at WestFest! Held at the Reiche Community Center, this neighborhood festival is for all ages. Learn about our resources and say hello!

-Sunday, 11AM-3PM: We’ll be providing Rapid STI Screenings, Narcan, and safer s*x supplies at Windham and Raymond Pride !

Our programs at 39 Forest Avenue will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.All clinical services will continue as usual on ...
05/22/2026

Our programs at 39 Forest Avenue will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

All clinical services will continue as usual on Tuesday, April 26, 2026.

See you then!

05/22/2026

Beat the heat, Portland! Splash pad season is officially here.

Starting Memorial Day weekend, city splash pads are turning on for the summer. Catch them daily from roughly 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM through Labor Day, weather permitting.

For operational updates and weather closures, visit our Splash Pads website: portlandmaine.gov/SplashPads

Vaccines can prevent or minimize the worst effects of illnesses and reduce the spread to those at the highest risk.Take ...
05/22/2026

Vaccines can prevent or minimize the worst effects of illnesses and reduce the spread to those at the highest risk.

Take time TODAY to visit our clinic and get the vaccines you or your children need. 💉 No appointments needed!

Show your loved ones and community you care by getting protected.

💉9AM-12PM: All vaccines available. Free for children and uninsured adults!

💉9AM-4PM: Flu & COVID vaccines only. Free for everyone!

📍 39 Forest Avenue
🔗 View complete list of available vaccines at portlandmaine.gov/Vaccines

Honoring the Legacy of Nate NickersonPortland Public Health is deeply saddened by the passing of our former Director, Na...
05/21/2026

Honoring the Legacy of Nate Nickerson

Portland Public Health is deeply saddened by the passing of our former Director, Nate Nickerson.

Nate was a force for good, a fierce advocate, and a visionary leader. Some of our most well-known and impactful initiatives, including the Needle Exchange and our Portland Public Health clinic, were built, expanded, and championed by Nate. Because of the firm foundation he created, these programs continue to make critical, life-saving impacts today.

"Nate was, and is, incredibly inspiring. I am in awe of his contributions to public health," shared Bridget Rauscher, current Public Health Director.

His leadership shaped our division, and his spirit lives on in the programs we run today. Thank you, Nate, for showing us what public health leadership truly means. Our hearts are with his loved ones.

🔗 https://www.pressherald.com/2026/05/20/nate-nickerson-force-behind-southern-maine-public-health-programs-dies-at-69/

Address

39 Forest Avenue
Portland, ME
04101

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12078748633

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