Environmental Public Health

Working for all Oregonians

Environmental public health works to identify, assess and report on threats to human health from exposure to environmental and occupational hazards, and advise Oregon communities on potential risks where they live, work, play and learn.

Climate Change

The Public Health Division works to understand potential health impacts of climate change and prepare our communities to keep Oregonians healthy.

Resilience Plan Climate and Health Profile Climate Hazards More...

Investigations and Data

Environmental investigations and tracking data help us understand the connection between the environment and our health.

Contaminated Sites Policy and Project Evaluation Environmental Tracking Data More...

Drinking Water

Oregon Drinking Water Services (DWS) administers and enforces drinking water quality standards for public water systems in the state of Oregon.

Groundwater Protection Operator Certification Plan Review More...

Radiation Protection

Information for registrants of tanning and X-ray equipment and licensing information for radioactive materials.

Compliance Emergency Response Radiation Monitoring More...

Food Safety

Foodborne illness prevention resources for the food service industry including food handler card, training manuals, forms, rules and guidelines.

Food Handler Cards Food Manager Training Food Sanitation Rules More...

Recreation

Plan ahead to stay safe in the outdoors and on vacation. Get current health alerts, advisories, and tips.

Beach Water Quality Cyanobacteria Blooms Pool and Tourist Facilities More...

Healthy Homes and Neighborhoods

Where we spend our time affects our health. You can take action to protect yourself from health hazards.

Healthy School Facilities Lead Poisoning and Exposure Radon Gas More...

Workplace Health

Safe and healthy workplace environments prevent work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths.

Occupational Health Indicators Work-related Lead Poisoning Young Workers More...

Contacts

Environmental Public Health Section Drinking Water Services Radiation Protection Services