City of Manchester NH Health Department

01/23/2026

The City of Manchester Health Department will be CLOSED on Monday, January 26th, 2026. Stay safe and warm!

01/23/2026

January 23rd is Maternal Health Awareness Day.

This day brings attention to challenges women face during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. Today is a reminder to remain committed to fight against maternal mortality and the importance of perinatal mental health support-- including postpartum depression and anxiety. Every mom deserves access to equitable health care and community support.

The Health Department is dedicated to addressing health disparities and the social determinants of health that affect maternal health outcomes. By expanding access to care and essential needs, we help women have healthier pregnancies and safer childbirth. The Healthy Start program, in partnership with Amoskeag Health, serves high-risk Manchester moms with clinical care, education and trusted resources for moms, babies and their families. In 2025 alone, the Healthy Start nurses saw over 100 moms, totaling 400+ home visits. Improving maternal health outcomes requires early recognition, prevention, continued work to reduce health disparities, and advocacy for a holistic approach to the health and social needs of pregnant and postpartum women.

01/13/2026

Flu season is here and in full swing. The City of Manchester Health Department advises residents that respiratory viruses—including influenza (flu), RSV, and COVID-19—as well as norovirus (commonly known as the “stomach bug”), are currently circulating statewide.

Residents are encouraged to take preventive measures to reduce the spread of illness and to seek medical care when appropriate. Individuals should remain home from work, school, or daycare until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.

It is not too late to receive a flu vaccination. Most insured adults may obtain a flu shot at no cost through their local pharmacy. Uninsured adults and children through age 18 may receive a flu vaccine at no charge at the Manchester Health Department.

For additional information, please contact MHD at 603-624-6466 or visit https://www.manchesternh.gov/Departments/Health/Clinics/Immunization.

01/09/2026

Members of the Manchester Health Department and NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, staff participated in a personal safety training today with Officer Linstad from the Manchester Police Department. Always learning, always prepared!

01/06/2026

Deputy Health Director, Phil Alexakos, speaks with WMUR’s Alanna Flood about ways to prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu this season. Stay healthy! 🩺❄️

01/02/2026

Assistance Available for Individuals and Families Impacted by the Union Street Fire

The Manchester Health Department is providing support to individuals affected by the recent fire at 567 Union Street.

The Health Department’s PHAST Community Health Workers, who are multicultural and multilingual, are available to connect impacted residents with personal items (including food, toiletries, hats/gloves, car seats, diapers/infant needs, etc.), financial resources, and additional support services. The Health Department’s Healthy Aging Specialist is also available to provide individualized assistance to displaced older adults. You can meet the PHAST team and Healthy Aging Specialist in our offices at 1528 Elm Street, where the Welfare Department is also located, or they can come to you. We are open Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm. If you or someone you know has been affected by the fire, please contact the Manchester Health Department’s PHAST Team at 603-665-6841.

Individuals impacted by the Union Street fire may also receive assistance from the American Red Cross at the following location:
First Baptist Church of Manchester, NH
536 Union Street
Today, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
(Enter via the Concord Street side entrance)

The Manchester Health Department is committed to supporting all residents in need.

12/24/2025

Wishing everyone a joyful, healthy holiday season! May this time be filled with warmth, connection, and moments that matter most.

12/22/2025

We will resume our regular clinic schedule on Monday, December 29th.
Please note: the clinic will be closed on Thursday, January 1st.

For more information about clinic schedules, visit:
https://www.manchesternh.gov/Departments/Health/Clinics

If you have questions, please call (603) 624-6466. Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season! ✨

12/19/2025

12/11/2025

With winter upon us and freezing temperatures here in Manchester, it is important to be ready at home and in your vehicle. Here are two quick checklists to be prepared. Stay warm, stay safe, and share this to help others get winter-ready! ❄️💙

12/04/2025

12/02/2025

Due to the inclement weather, Manchester City Hall and other Departments will close at 11:30am today. 12/2/2025