Office of Public Health

​It is respiratory illness season! It is common to get sick from respiratory viruses such as flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), especially in the fall and winter. Learn more about each of the viruses, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you are sick. The Maricopa County Public Health Department ​has resources available regarding the flu, COVID-19, and RSV on their webpage.​

Lead Safe Phoenix operates through a grant from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Our no-cost program aims to reduce childhood lead poisoning by creating lead-safe housing. This program also helps residents address minor health hazards in their homes. We encourage you to visit the website to get a lead assessment completed for your home today and keep your family safe!

A nutrition education and information campaign sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month®, held annually in March, focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. This year's theme is "Food Connects Us." Food is a connecting factor for many of us. Food connects us to our cultures, our families and our friends. Learn more today!

If you and your loved ones need to find food support and resources, low cost, and no cost food, Maricopa County has put together a flyer sharing valuable information on where you can find it. Check out their website for more information on government food assistance programs, food banks, food pantries, emergency food help, and other resources that provide free and low-cost food.