Allegheny County Health Department

Allegheny County Health Department Government Organization

The mission of the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) is to protect, promote, and preserve the health and well-being of all Allegheny County residents, particularly the most vulnerable.

Research suggests that breastfeeding lowers your baby's risk of certain infections and diseases, including: ear infectio...
08/30/2025

Research suggests that breastfeeding lowers your baby's risk of certain infections and diseases, including: ear infections, asthma, lower respiratory infections, diarrhea and vomiting, childhood obesity, eczema, type 2 diabetes, childhood leukemia, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Breastfed babies may also be sick less often, which may keep your health costs low.

For moms, breastfeeding can help you recover more quickly from childbirth. It can also reduce your risk for high blood pressure, certain breast and ovarian cancer and type 2 diabetes. Breastfeeding may also help you lose weight after childbirth.

Congratulations to our 2025 Breastfeeding Friendly Place Award winners! This year more nominations than ever were sent i...
08/29/2025

Congratulations to our 2025 Breastfeeding Friendly Place Award winners! This year more nominations than ever were sent in. We are thrilled to see such support for our babies and breastfeeding parents.

This years winners are:
Workplace: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Public space: Pittsburgh International Airport
Business: OneValley at the Roundhouse

Today! The fourth annual International Overdose Awareness Resource fair will be held at Allegheny Commons. Hear from cit...
08/29/2025

Today! The fourth annual International Overdose Awareness Resource fair will be held at Allegheny Commons. Hear from city and county leaders, talk to over 25 community organizations, Narcan and test strips will be available, get Substance Use treatment information, and case management/Peer support information.

The Immunization Clinic has moved floors in the Hartley Rose building. Formerly located on the fourth floor of the build...
08/28/2025

The Immunization Clinic has moved floors in the Hartley Rose building. Formerly located on the fourth floor of the building the Immunization Clinic is now located on the first floor of the building, the entrance is located on First Street. To schedule an appointment call 412-578-8062.

08/27/2025

1 in 5 women experience prenatal or postpartum anxiety or depression. If that’s you, you’re not broken. And you’re not alone. Call or text 833-852-6262 for care.

Sign up for services from the Office of Family Child Health signupform.info/form/maternalchildfamilyhealth

Childhood vaccinations are always important, but especially so if your family will be traveling out of the country where...
08/26/2025

Childhood vaccinations are always important, but especially so if your family will be traveling out of the country where vaccine preventable diseases are more common. Learn more about travel vaccine from the Immunization Clinic by calling 412-578-8062

08/25/2025

Last week Live Well Allegheny spent a beautiful afternoon in the McKeesport Community Garden to promote access to urban gardens and farmers markets. Anyone with SNAP or WIC benefits can use them at 15 participating famers markets around the county. Food Bucks give shoppers an extra $2.00 to spend on fruits and veggies for every $5.00 they spend. Learn more at justharvest.org/fresh-access/

This Friday the fourth annual International Overdose Awareness Resource fair will be held at Allegheny Commons. Hear fro...
08/24/2025

This Friday the fourth annual International Overdose Awareness Resource fair will be held at Allegheny Commons. Hear from city and county leaders, talk to over 25 community organizations, Narcan and test strips will be available, get Substance Use treatment information, and case management/Peer support information.

08/23/2025

Pro-tip: Carry around a water bottle you love! You'll be better hydrated it can help avoid drinks that may not be as beneficial to your health.

Today! Join us, McKeesport Community Garden, Just Harvest and WIC to host our August Live Well Collaborative! Come and l...
08/22/2025

Today! Join us, McKeesport Community Garden, Just Harvest and WIC to host our August Live Well Collaborative! Come and learn about local Fresh Access Farmer's Markets that allow SNAP recipients to use their benefits with Just Harvest and dive into urban gardening at the McKeesport Community Garden! RSVPs are highly encouraged for this event! Attendees will receive a complimentary farmers' market tote bag, water bottle and more!

08/21/2025

Fentanyl isn’t just a problem for people who use opioids. Many people who use drugs still don’t know that significant amounts of fentanyl have been found in other illegal drugs and counterfeit prescription drugs. Fentanyl overdose are becoming more common even among people who had no intention of using opioids.

For more information on where to find test strips, recovery resources and more visit: harmreductionallegheny.org

Are you 50 years or older? You’re not done with vaccines just yet! Stay protected against shingles, flu, COVID-19 and RS...
08/20/2025

Are you 50 years or older? You’re not done with vaccines just yet! Stay protected against shingles, flu, COVID-19 and RSV. Call 412-578-8062 to schedule your vaccine appointment today. Let’s keep our community safe and healthy – one shot at a time!

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542 Fourth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
15219

Opening Hours

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

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