Public Health Department

Board of Health

The mission of the Mansfield Board of Health is to protect, preserve and improve the public health, environment and wellbeing of our citizens through the enforcement of federal, state and local statutes and regulations, education and promotion of sanitary living and working conditions, and protection of the environment from disease and pollution.

Coronavirus Information

Public Health page on Coronavirus

Emergency Preparedness

Disasters can happen anywhere and at any time. Make sure you and your family are ready.

Household Hazardous Waste

Products that contain corrosive, toxic, or flammable ingredients are considered household hazardous waste (HHW). These materials include common household items such as oil-based paints, cleaners, oils, rechargeable and button batteries, and pesticides. Improper disposal can pollute air, water, or soil and pose a threat to human health.

Keeping Animals

State regulations on keeping animals.

Mercury Button Batteries Disposing

Keep mercury out of the environment by recycling your used mercury button batteries.

Mosquito Control

Obtain information on the Bristol County Mosquito Control Project.

Mosquito & Tick-Borne Illnesses

Mosquito-borne diseases are those spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Learn more about these illnesses.

PFAS Information

Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

Private Wells

Private well regulations and permitting process.

Product Recalls

USDA Food Product Recalls - Updated regularly

Public Health FAQs

Have your questions about health answered.

Public Health Nursing Services

Public Health Screenings have been suspended from the regular schedule due to COVID Restrictions.

Sharps Collection Program

Title 5 Septic Systems

Septic systems can be called by several different names, including on-site wastewater treatment systems, individual sewage disposal systems and private sewage systems.