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Texas County Core Report - March 2008...More
The Texas County Health Department was started in August 1986, when the residents of the county passed a mill tax to support a health department. An administrator was hired in December 1986 and the health department officially opened January 1, 1987.
The health department is funded by a $0.10 local tax levy, grants, and state and federal contracts. A five member elected Board of Trustees governs the health department.
MISSION: The mission of the Texas County Health Department is to promote, protect, and assure the health of the community by assessing the needs of our county, developing policies and plans and cooperating with others that impact Public Health in a positive manner.
VISION: Texas County will become a community of health people.
VALUES: The staff and Board of the Texas County Health Department are dedicated to the best interests of all residents of Texas County. All citizens are participants in ownership with each being equal and deserving of quality professional care.
They believe it is their responsibility to work as a dedicated team in providing Public Health services in a capable and caring manner.
They strive to be accountable as they address the unique needs, values, experiences and desires of the community.
Last Updated 08/05/08
In the News |
Child Safety Seat Program Offered At Health Department...More
Texas County Health Department Observing Missouri Breastfeeding Month...More
Hot Weather Concerns...More
Children should never be left in a car unattended. The temperature inside a car can heat up to dangerous levels within minutes...More
Investigation continues on the outbreak of infections caused by Salmonella Saintpaul following consumption of tomatoes...More
Food Safety and Processes...More
Increase in Reports of Tick Borne Illnesses...More
Rabies Awareness...More
Just One Is The Theme For Missouri Public Health Week...More
Health Department Offers Smoking Cessation Classes...More
Preventive Health Actions...More
Community-Associated MRSA in the County...More
Employers: Free Smoking and Tobacco Toolkit...More
Texas County Core Report - March 2008...More
The Texas County Health Department was started in August 1986, when the residents of the county passed a mill tax to support a health department. An administrator was hired in December 1986 and the health department officially opened January 1, 1987.
The health department is funded by a $0.10 local tax levy, grants, and state and federal contracts. A five member elected Board of Trustees governs the health department.
MISSION: The mission of the Texas County Health Department is to promote, protect, and assure the health of the community by assessing the needs of our county, developing policies and plans and cooperating with others that impact Public Health in a positive manner.
VISION: Texas County will become a community of health people.
VALUES: The staff and Board of the Texas County Health Department are dedicated to the best interests of all residents of Texas County. All citizens are participants in ownership with each being equal and deserving of quality professional care.
They believe it is their responsibility to work as a dedicated team in providing Public Health services in a capable and caring manner.
They strive to be accountable as they address the unique needs, values, experiences and desires of the community.