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Public Health

We work in partnership with our community to improve and protect the public's health and achieve health equity through prevention, regulation and education.

24/7 Contact: To report a public health emergency, call 503-846-3594.

Public health works to protect individuals and communities against the spread of disease, injuries and environmental hazards while promoting and encouraging healthier lifestyles.

Mission: Washington County Public Health works in partnership with our community to improve and protect the public's health and achieve health equity through prevention, regulation and education.

Vision: Healthy People, Thriving Communities

Our primary programs:

Washington County Public Health Advisory Council (PHAC) is appointed by the Washington County Board of Commissioners to advise the Board of Commissioners in its role as the Board of Health for Washington County. The Washington County Public Health Advisory Council makes recommendations to the board and the Public Health division manager on matters relating to public health.

News

Washington County Public Health earns reaccreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board

Washington County Public Health has successfully completed a rigorous review process to maintain national accreditation status through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) for another five years.

Parents encouraged to get kids’ vaccines up to date before school starts

With children heading back to school soon, Washington County Public Health is encouraging parents and caregivers to get their children up to date on required immunizations.