Philadelphia Department of Public Health

10/22/2026

Happening TODAY at 3pm at Walnut Street West Library! Free and open to the public.

10/22/2026

Call the PDPH Call Center at 215-685-5488 for information about where to get FREE health resources near you!

Resources include:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Free health Screenings
- Free vaccines
- Free food and more

10/21/2026

Every infection prevented is one less infection that may require antibiotics. Through vaccination, evidence-based infection prevention, education & antimicrobial stewardship, infection preventionists help protect patients, healthcare workers & communities.

This , let’s celebrate the power of prevention to reduce infections, slow antimicrobial resistance & preserve lifesaving antibiotics for future generations.
Learn more and explore this year’s theme: https://infectionpreventionandyou.org/

10/20/2026

From Florence Nightingale to today’s infection preventionists, hygiene has always been key to safe care! Today, infection preventionists carry this legacy forward through education, surveillance, and evidence-based practices that protect us all.

Learn more: https://infectionpreventionandyou.org/

10/19/2026

A new series of classes starts at the end of this month! Register here: bit.ly/HealthyStartClass

10/19/2026

It’s International Infection Prevention Week! A time to recognize the dedicated infection prevention professionals working every day to protect patients, healthcare workers, and communities from healthcare-associated infections.

This year’s theme, “Past. Present. Protected.”, celebrates the evolution of infection prevention. Learn more and explore this year’s theme: https://infectionpreventionandyou.org/

10/16/2026

Calling all We Walkers! Show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing your favorite pink shirts and accessories throughout October! Check out the Hunting Park crew rocking their pink!

Find a location near you: https://myphillypark.org/wewalk-fall26/.

10/16/2026

Learn how to keep your new baby safe by attending a FREE Safe Sleep Class!

Check out the schedule and register here: https://ow.ly/X4vl50ZY8FO.

10/15/2026

Today, October 14, was Health Cares About Domestic Violence Day.

Now that the Office of Domestic Violence Strategies (ODVS) is part of the Health Department, ODVS hosted a Public Health Cares About Domestic Violence open house for PDPH staff. The event brought together colleagues from across the department to learn more about ODVS’ work and explore how domestic violence intersects with their programs.

10/14/2026

Find out why so many are committed to We Walk PHL, the free walking group in the park. It started in 3 parks with a few people and has now expanded to more than 25 parks with over 4,000 regular walkers!

Don’t miss out!

The spring 2024 season of We Walk PHL is here, and we are thrilled to offer 20 places to take a walk in the park.