The Rhode Island Department of Health is a state government agency located in Providence, Rhode Island.

The interim Director of the Department of Health is James McDonald, who succeeded Nicole Alexander-Scott in January 2022.

[1][2] The Department's mission is "to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island.

"[1] The Rhode Island Department of Health coordinates statewide public health activities across the state.

All programs and services are coordinated by Divisions and Centers.