Health Department stories

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Behind the scenes

April 2, 2025

Meet Lead and Healthy Homes Team Member John Hedberg

At the Minneapolis Health Department, dedicated professionals work every day to improve community health and safety.

John Hedberg’s journey into public health as a Lead and Healthy Homes Inspector has been shaped by hands-on experience, a passion for community well-being, and a commitment to environmental health.

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Federal funding impacts Health Department

March 26, 2025

Trump administration pulls immunization funding, impacting Minneapolis Health Department

The federal government has pulled back all of its COVID-19 funds. This means that City of Minneapolis' work around vaccination clinics and immunization education is stopped.

The impact on the community is substantial, as we’re canceling the five free clinics in April and do not know the future of our vaccination services right now.

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Past stories

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Health Department reaccredited

Health Department reaccredited through Public Health Accreditation Board.
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Body Art Inspection Team

Our Body Art Inspection Team ensure that body art procedures meet the City's safety rule.
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Meghan Burian

Meghan Burian plays a key role in helping our community stay safe.
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Outsmart germs

We help kids learn how to outsmart germs by washing their hands the right way.

Contact us

Minneapolis Health Department

Email Health Department

Phone

612-673-2301

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 520
Minneapolis, MN 55415