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Foundational Public Health Services
Short URL: kingcounty.gov/FPHS
Foundational Public Health Services (FPHS) are a core-set of government-delivered services that provide a strong, stable and adaptable backbone for Public Health efforts in Washington state. FPHS are delivered by local health jurisdictions, the State Department of Health, the State Board of Health and tribal governments and health centers.
Public Health – Seattle & King County is one of the largest metropolitan health departments in the United States and serves approximately 2.3 million people. King County residents live in urban, rural, shoreline, foothill and mountain communities with distinct environments and unique public health needs. King County is an international port of entry, welcoming nearly 40 million visitors annually.
Here in King County, your tax dollars are hard at work supporting these services through innovative approaches that keep our community healthy and economically vital.
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Lifecourse
Lifecourse foundational public health services support health across the lifespan. Lifecourse includes parent and child health, chronic disease prevention, injury prevention, and violence prevention, and access and linkage to care.