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.

INTEGRITY
We value the public’s trust and pledge to provide the highest standard of service.