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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 (BCC) to fulfill any federal and state-mandated responsibilities and to advise the BCC in its role as the governing body of the local public health authority. The PHAC will make recommendations to the BCC in areas of policy, program, and budget and to the Public Health Division Manager in establishing policy and program objectives, to support and improve community health.

News

Washington County celebrates local community work and public health success stories in 22nd annual Public Health Awards

Washington County Public Health (WCPH) shared appreciation for key people, partners and staff during National Public Health Week 2025, celebrating them and their contributions to promoting healthy lives and supporting communities’ well-being.

El Condado de Washington celebra el trabajo comunitario local y las historias de éxito en la edición anual 22 de los Premios de Salud Pública

Salud Pública del Condado Washington (WCPH, por sus siglas en inglés) reconoció a personas clave, socios y personal, celebrándolos a ellos y a sus contribuciones en la promoción de vidas saludables y el apoyo al bienestar de la comunidad.