Public Health and Environment

The department of Public Health and Environment (PHE) provides services to protect, promote and improve the community’s health and the environment. 

Reporting

• To report a suspected foodborne illness call 1-877-FOOD-ILL (1-877-366-3455) from within Minnesota, submit your report to MDH using the Foodborne and Waterborne Illness Report, or email health.foodill@state.mn.us.
• If you are a healthcare provider reporting an infectious disease, visit the Infectious Disease Reporting section of the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) website or call 651-201-5414.
• To report a concern or complaint about a possible environmental hazard or public health nuisance, call the department or report online at Report a Concern and submit the information. Your report will go directly to the department for follow up.