About Us

The Florida Department of Health in Washington County provides public health and medical services to the residents and visitors of Washington County. The Washington County Health Unit held its first clinic on November 12, 1942. Our current building was constructed in the 1970’s and has been expanded several times since then. The most recent addition was a new front lobby which was opened to the public May 19, 2014. Currently, the health department has more than 40 employees and works close with the surrounding counties.

Together across our counties and communities, the Florida Department of Health is working to shape Florida to be the healthiest state in the nation. We thank you for your continued support and look forward to working together to keep Washington County, Florida, a healthy place to live, work and play.

For more information about the Florida Department of Health: https://www.floridahealth.gov/about-the-department-of-health/about-us/index.html.

Our Mission
 
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts.
 
Our Vision
 
To be the Healthiest County in the Healthiest State in the Nation
 
Our Values (I CARE)
 
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
 
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
 
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
 
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
 
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.