Environment and Your Health

Protecting health, promoting healthy environments

• Durham Region Health Department is committed to supporting a healthy, safe environment for everyone in our community.
• From air quality and swimmable beaches to the health risks of extreme heat and cold weather, we monitor and respond to environmental conditions that impact your well-being.
• Through inspections, monitoring, training, public education, and outreach, we work to safeguard public health and strengthen community resilience.

Responding to a changing climate

As climate change continues to affect our region, we are taking action to protect your health through assessments, outreach, and evidence-based solutions. Our goal is to keep you informed and protected.