Tuberculosis Control Program

The Department of Public Health in Philadelphia is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of all residents by providing high-quality medical care, preventing the spread of illness, and encouraging healthy behaviors to prevent chronic diseases. They also respond to health emergencies, ensure the quality and accessibility of health services, set health policy, and collect and analyze public health data to support their mission of safeguarding the well-being of the community.Generated from the website

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health offers a range of health care services. Its air management services division inspects, evaluates and responds to concerns, including odors, smoking stacks and other air quality problems. The department s ambulatory health services division monitors pharmacy and laboratory services in the health centers and is responsible for contractual services with area hospitals for physician services. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health s division of chronic disease prevention educates people about preventing and managing chronic diseases, such as tobacco use and exposure. Its division of disease control oversees the prevention, timely reporting and control of diseases and conditions that are contagious and affect public's health.

The Philadelphia Health Care Center offers a variety of medical care services for individuals, families and communities. The center accepts Medicare and Medical insurance plans. It also offers comprehensive health care services for families. The Philadelphia Health Care Center #3 provides medical check-ups, family planning and pregnancy testing services. It additionally offers counseling, prenatal care, blood testing X-ray and medication management services. The center also offers immunization services to protect children from infectious diseases. It provides flu shots for senior citizens. The Philadelphia Health Care Center #3 provides emergency dental care and referral services. It employs health service social workers who help patients to access educational and counseling programs, process entitlement information and make referrals to follow-up on treatment procedures. The center is located in Philadelphia.