The mission of the Metro Public Health Department is to protect, improve and sustain the health and well-being of all people in Metropolitan Nashville.
💼 Building stronger careers to achieve a better quality of life starts with opportunity. CHIP supports job-skill training and workforce development to help community members grow, succeed, and achieve long-term financial stability.
06/05/2026
You might see a little extra orange today as the world marks Gun Violence Awareness Day. Orange has been designated the color of Gun Violence Awareness as it is the color hunters wear in the woods to protect themselves and others. Here at the Metro Public Health Department, we are encouraging the community to participate in preventing and addressing gun violence.
Gun locks are available at our clinical locations free of charge. Just ask one of our staff members and we'll make sure you can get one.
Our Behavioral Health and Wellness team works to make connections with the community to help ensure supports and resources are available to help reduce violent acts.
And our team is supporting the work of the Community Safety Task Force as they work toward a comprehensive Community Safety Plan. You can add your thoughts as the plan is developed by filling out this survey: https://publicinput.com/communitysafety -74417
Healthcare goes beyond the walls of a clinic. 🚌💙 Our Mobile Services Bus helps bring care directly into the community — making resources, support, and services more accessible for everyone.
06/01/2026
👀 Did you know this week includes National Egg Day (June 3rd) and National Cheese Day (June 4th)? Celebrate by using your WIC benefits to stock up on these nutrient-rich and delicious staples! 🍳🧀
📱If you’re interested in WIC or have questions about eligibility or services, give us a call or stop by to learn more and get connected with support.
The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) understands that secure housing is a major driver of health. Watch to learn more about how the CHIP aims to combat this barrier to health through the use of the Unified Housing Strategy (UHS), which reflects the lived experiences and priorities of residents. 🏘️
05/28/2026
💕 This Maternal Health Month, we honor every mother, every journey, and every story. Healthy moms build healthy families and stronger communities — which is why access to quality prenatal care, mental health support, nutrition, and postpartum resources matters every single day.
Follow the link below to be connected to maternal health resources.🤰
https://redcap.health.nashville.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=MREDDMMPP4DXT879
05/27/2026
💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This year, our Behavior Health & Wellness team proudly brought together a range of community partners—each specializing in different areas of mental health care—for a Mental Health Fair right here at Lentz.
📱If you or someone you know is in need of support or mental health resources, please reach out to any of our MPHD clinics listed below.
🌞 As temperatures rise and pool season officially makes its return, MPHD is working behind the scenes to help keep every splash, swim, and pool day safe for the community. From water quality checks to safety inspections, our team is making sure families can dive into summer with confidence. 🤽♀️
Robert Robinson serves as the Chair of the Nashville Health and Well-being Leadership Council, the group responsible for the Community Health Improvement Plan, or CHIP. With a strong focus on equity, this initiative is designed to address key issues including housing, job-skill development, community resource navigation, and food security. Stay tuned over the coming weeks as we take a deeper dive into each of these important focus areas. 🏠👩💼👨💻🍎
If you would like to know more and take a look at the CHIP itself, visit https://www.nashville.gov/departments/health/community-health-planning/community-health-improvement-plan
05/22/2026
All MPHD locations will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026. 🇺🇸
| Monday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4:30pm |