Health

Mission

The mission of the Health Department is to ensure the public health and safety of the residents of Westfield by accomplishing the following:

  • Environmental Protection
  • Public Health Nursing
  • Health Inspections and related code enforcement
  • Administration of a variety of health and safety related programs and service

Organization

The department is overseen by a three member Board of Health. The members are as follows:
  • Juanita Carnes, N.P., Chairperson
  • Margaret Doody
  • Dr. Stan D. Strzempko, M.D.

Health Department News

Limiting the amount of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) we put down the drain can be beneficial for everyone. Please read more on how preventing FOG from entering our city sewers, and septic systems can save residents money.


Thinking of traveling or just got back from traveling outside of the United States and worried about Zika Virus? Get answers from the MA Department of Public Health's website.


Radon is the #1 non-smoking cause of lung cancer. Have you had your home tested? Come to the Westfield Health Department to receive a FREE home radon test kit.

Drug Disposal- Westfield residents can help prevent prescription drug abuse by properly disposing of unused and expired medications! Read on...