Public Health Department

Protecting, Improving, and Optimizing
the health and well-being of the people in Tulare County

The Tulare County Department of Public Health protects health, prevents disease, and promotes the health and well-being for all persons in Tulare County. Public Health focuses on the population as a whole, rather than individuals. We strive to work collaboratively with other agencies and providers on public health issues facing our county (see our brochure for a listing of services).

NEWS

Red Ribbons Spotlight Fight Against Drugs

Insurance Carriers Drop Medicare Coverage in Tulare County

Raw cookie dough carries health risk, study finds

Cronobacter infects 4 infants - follow safety guidelines for feeding your baby when using formula... Una guia util para darle formula a su bebe

SPOTLIGHT

 Mobile Vaccination Clinics

Protect children - keep medicines Up and Away and Out of Sight...en Espanol   ...tip sheet      

State Health Director recommends top Health Resolutions for the new year

 Healthy People 2020 sets new health targets for Nation

CALENDARS

 Community Events

 Vaccination Clinics

 

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Learn about Public Health

If every one of us commits to promoting good health in our communities, we can create a ripple effect from coast to coast. Through just one neighborhood that makes its public parks accessible,  or one group of people who join together to bring fresh foods to school, no matter how small a change may be,we need your help to become A Healthier America: One Community at a Time.

More information:
Public Health's Greatest Achievements
Becoming the Healthiest Nation in One Generation (outside video)
What is Public Health (outside source and video about Public Health)