Howard County Health Department

OUR VISION: A model community in which health equity and optimal wellness are accessible for all who live, work, and visit Howard County. OUR MISSION: To Promote, Preserve and Protect the health and well-being of all in Howard County. OUR CORE VALUES: LEADERSHIP We advocate for and implement effective public health practices. We are a trusted source of health services and information. HEALTH EQUITY We are proactive in identifying and removing barriers so that every person has the opportunity to achieve their full health potential. INNOVATION & EXCELLENCE We encourage innovation and pursue excellence in our endeavors. COLLABORATION We cultivate and preserve partnerships to achieve common goals based on a shared vision. CULTURE OF RESPECT & CARING We value and respect our staff, community partners, and all those we serve. ADVOCACY We inform, educate and empower to initiate change. PROFESSIONALISM We practice mutual respect, transparency, and accountability. INTEGRIT...