About

Harris County Public Health (HCPH)

Throughout the years, HCPH has responded to public health issues such as rabies, mosquito-borne illnesses, air and water pollution, disease outbreaks, water and food-borne illnesses, natural disasters, tuberculosis, polio, and other communicable diseases. 
Public health is now battling new challenges. Each year brings new diseases, new chronic disease risks, and more natural and man-made disasters.

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IN THE NEWS

Harris County Public Health Encourages Water Safety Awareness During National Water Safety Month

02 May, 24

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) reminds residents of the importance of water safety as we approach summer and families head outdoors for recreational activities. May is National Water Safety Month, and HCPH is committed to educating the community and promoting awareness to prevent drownings.

Promoting Wellness and Resilience: Mental Health Matters

02 May, 24

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is proud to join the national movement to raise awareness about mental health and well-being in observance of May as Mental Health Month.

PRESS RELEASES

Harris County Public Health Observes National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

05 Sep, 24

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and Harris County Public
Health (HCPH) is celebrating by reminding families to practice healthier eating habits and maintain
physical activity to avoid future health risks in children.

Early Prostate Cancer Detection Saves Lives: September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

04 Sep, 24

Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among U.S. men, with approximately one in eight men diagnosed during their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).