Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is a government agency that provides public health services to the residents of Harris County, Texas. Established in 1961, HCPH operates under the guidance of the Harris County Commissioners Court, which appoints a board of directors to oversee its operations. The agency’s mission is to promote and protect the health and well-being of Harris County residents through the prevention and control of disease, injury, and environmental hazards, as well as through the promotion of healthy behaviors and lifestyles. HCPH is responsible for a wide range of public health functions, including disease surveillance and control, environmental health and safety, immunizations, community health promotion, emergency preparedness and response, and vital records and statistics. The agency works in partnership with other local, state, and federal agencies, as well as with community and private organizations, to address public health issues that affect the county’s nearly 4.7 million residents. HCPH’s core values include public service, professionalism, integrity, continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. The agency is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based public health services that are responsive to the needs of the community it serves.