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.
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.
We collaborate with Safe Kids Worldwide to reduce unintentional injuries among children—the leading cause of death for CA residents from birth through age 40.
The Healthy Brain Initiative seeks to create a better coordinated, aligned, and equity-focused system of care for those at risk for or living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and their caregivers.
Get trusted vaccine guidance for every age, learn California school and childcare requirements, and find local ways to get vaccinated. Resources are also available for schools, providers, and community partners.
OAHR provides free intensive home-visiting nurse case management for older adults 60+ who are having trouble managing health conditions due to psychosocial challenges.
SIPP is a vital program for Alameda County’s growing senior population, designed to reduce preventable injuries and provide education and resources for seniors and care providers.