About the Department of Health

Mission:  To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, & community efforts.

Vision:  To be the Healthiest State in the Nation

Values: (ICARE)
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.