The Yates County Public Health Department was established in 1926 by the Yates County Legislature. The Department now includes three major program areas: Public Health/Prevention Programs, Special Children’s Services, and Home Care Services.

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WHAT IS PUBLIC HEALTH?

VISION: Healthy People in Healthy Communities

MISSION: Promote Physical and Mental Health and Prevent Disease, Injury and Disability.

PUBLIC HEALTH:

• Prevents epidemics and the spread of disease
• Protects against environmental hazards
• Prevents injuries
• Promotes and encourages healthy behaviors and mental health
• Responds to disasters and assists communities in recovery
• Assures the quality and accessibility of health services

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