Alameda County Health is the local government agency that promotes and protects the health and well-being of all who live, work, learn, and play in Alameda County. We coordinate services and cultivate partnerships with community organizations and providers to help ensure access, organize, and deliver health care and services to people with Medi-Cal and without insurance, support resilient communities, and improve health for all. We focus on health equity by developing programs and systemic solutions that reduce disparities for the people and communities we serve.
About Environmental Health
The Environmental Health Department works to keep our air, water, and food safe. It regulates, protects, and promotes the health of everyone in Alameda County by enforcing environmental health codes to reduce exposure to toxins and diseases.
About Behavioral Health
The Behavioral Health Department provides mental health and substance use services for people with Medi-Cal and without insurance and supports people along their path to wellness, recovery, and resilience.
About Public Health
The Public Health Department focuses on community- and population-level health, preventing and addressing root causes of health inequity across a range of communicable and chronic diseases.
About Cross-Agency Services
Alameda County Health also provides services through our Office of Homeless Care and Coordination, Emergency Medical Services Agency, HealthPAC, and Healthy Schools and Communities.