The Department of Health protects the health of residents and visitors in the District of Columbia. The Department sets health policies and standards for the delivery of services. The Department is also a strong advocate
for disease prevention and health promotion activities; the provision of financing mechanisms to ensure access to
healthcare; and environmental health protection and enforcement. Find out more about DOH's major functions. The following organizational units are established within the Department of Health:
Office of the Director
State Health Affairs
State Center for Health Statistics Administration
State Health Planning and Development Agency
Emergency Health and Medical Services Administration
