Welcome to the Pima County Health Department
The Pima County Health Department and its members are committed to embracing and promoting diversity throughout our programs. Our rich diversity of racial and ethnic heritage, gender, sexual orientation and other life experiences enhances our work environment, collaboration with our community partners, care for our clients, and our public health presence throughout Pima County. Learn more...




H1N1 Influenza Information
Learn how you can prevent and minimize the effects of the H1N1 Influenza Virus at home and the workplace. Visit our H1N1 resources page to learn more.

Get tips and information on:

Every day steps to stay healthy
Steps to take if you or someone in your family gets the flu
Guidance for businesses, schools, colleges, pregnant women, and more
Other helpful information

Recall of Beef Products Due To Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination
WASHINGTON, June 28, 2009 (USDA Press Release) - JBS Swift Beef Company, a Greeley, Colo., establishment is voluntarily expanding its June 24 recall to include approximately 380,000 pounds of assorted beef primal products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. Read more...

Start of Summer Rains Means Mosquito-Breeding Opportunities
Tucson, Arizona - May 22, 2009 2:27 p.m. - The monsoon has not yet returned, but recent rains are bringing much-needed moisture to our area. The rain also means that mosquitoes now have ample opportunities to establish breeding places if residents allow it. This increases the chances for West Nile Virus to spread. Read full press release | West Nile Virus page

C.A.R.E Fair 2009 - July 17, 2009
Friday, July 17 (9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.), and Saturday, July 18 (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.). C.A.R.E. Fair is Tucson’s original “one-stop-shop” for health and human services. Dozens of government, private and non-profit agencies gather together at one location, for the sole purpose of getting limited income families with children ready for school. Read full press release

New Fees Adopted by the Pima County Board of Supervisors - Pima County Health Department
On April 16, 2009 the new fee increases for Pima County Health Department services went into effect. The increases, reviewed and endorsed by the Pima County Board of Health, were necessary to offset the loss of general fund support to the various Department programs.

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Pima County Back-To-School Immunization Clinics - Summer 2009 Schedule
The new summer schedule for immunizations is now available for download. Included are the hours, new vaccination fees and the new location. Questions call: (520) 243-7736.

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FDA Warns Not to Eat Nestle Toll House Prepackaged, Refrigerated Cookie Dough
On June 19, 2009, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned consumers not to eat any varieties of prepackaged Nestle Toll House refrigerated cookie dough due to the risk of contamination with E. coli. Visit FDA.gov for more information.

Attention Food Vendors & Event Coordinators
A NEW packet for Temporary Food Services is available for food vendors and event coordinators.

The new packet includes: Updated application ◊ Easy to follow guidelines ◊ Simple checklist to meet Food Code requirements

A temporary food establishment permit is REQUIRED from the Health Department to prepare and serve food at events or celebrations open to the public. Previous applications will not be accepted for events.

If you have any questions please contact: Consumer Health & Food Safety 520.243.7908
Consumer Health & Food Safety Page | Download Packet

Save BIG with the Pima County Prescription Discount Card
Save an average of 20% off the pharmacy’s regular price on all commonly prescribed prescriptions. Any county resident can use this program, even if you have insurance for prescription drugs.

No income requirements, no age requirements, unlimited use for the family, even use it for your pets prescriptions. Learn more... | Más Información...