Pursuant to Chapter 241, Statutes of 2006 (SB 162), effective July 1, 2007, specific programs and public health responsibilities vested with the former California Department of Health Services were transferred to the newly established California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
The mission of the CDPH is dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of all Californians. The CDPH achieves its mission through the following core activities:
- Promoting healthy lifestyles for individuals and families in their communities and workplaces.
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