Providing Access to Services & Information
The Shelby County Health Department places high value on the quality of life of individuals, and we aspire to have a positive impact on the overall health of the community. Because of our belief that a major contributor to quality of life is prevention, we believe  that healthy living is a part of the path to achieving a high quality of life. Key components of pursuing our healthy living goal are access to accurate, timely, and culturally-appropriate information; having choices; and living in a safe environment. The Shelby County Health Department seeks to accomplish our mission to inform, protect, and promote the health of all residents through the following services and programs:

Air Quality  Active Living  Campaign for Healthier Babies  Health Promotion  Healthy Eating  Healthy Start Initiative

Let's CHANGE Initiative  Memphis Area Rideshare Program  Newborn Screening  Smoke-Free Living  Tobacco Risk Reduction Program