To protect health, prevent disease and injury, and promote health and well-being for everyone in Harris County.

A Harris County in which all people can achieve their full potential for health and well-being.

Harris County Public Health embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve the community's health and well-being.

• Transparency - We share information openly and honestly with staff, partners, and the community. 
• Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve. 
• Collaboration - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.