Proudly Serving Douglas County to Improve Health and Resilience

Douglas Public Health Network is a nonprofit organization that works with a network of community, government, and local groups to improve health and quality of life in Douglas County, Oregon.

Our Programs

Communicable Disease

Douglas Public Health Network performs epidemiologic studies, data collection and analysis, and reviews lab reports to prevent the spread of infectious disease in our community.

Emergency Preparedness

Douglas Public Health Network is dedicated to preparing for, responding to and supporting recovery efforts after disasters.

Health Promotion Programs

Health promotion includes efforts and education about how to prevent disease and promote wellness.

Overdose Prevention

Overdose prevention is focused on reducing drug overdoses and deaths in Douglas County.

Tobacco Prevention & Education

Nicotine education and prevention programs to reduce nicotine use and improve health.

Modernization

Efforts to improve the public health system with new, innovative projects.

Immunizations

Immunizations and vaccines for preventable diseases reduce sickness and death from many diseases.

Our Mission A Commitment to Improving Health of the Community

The mission of Douglas Public Health Network is to engage the public, community organizations and all levels of government to improve the health and emergency preparedness of the people of Douglas County.

Public Health Services

DPHN is committed to public health in Douglas County. Services span from monitoring and controlling communicable disease to promoting healthy lifestyles and behaviors among our local communities.

Emergency Preparedness

DPHN believes preparedness is a priority and is dedicated to preparing for, responding to and building resilience to emergencies.

Community Partnerships

Collaboration with local community organizations and groups is a vital part of DPHN’s work. A deep network of resources and expertise helps to stretch resources further and improve health.

Empowering a Healthier Douglas County Our Journey to Public Health Excellence

The Douglas Public Health Network (DPHN) is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the well-being of the people in Douglas County, Oregon. As a 501(c)(3) corporation, DPHN works to deliver vital public health services and support to our community.

In 2015, Douglas County reimagined its approach to public health services. After a comprehensive evaluation, the county decided to maintain its public health authority while continuing to offer essential services like vital records, restaurant and pool inspections, and drinking water safety. To address additional public health needs, the Douglas Public Health Network (DPHN) was established to manage administrative and non-clinical services.

DPHN focuses on critical areas such as emergency preparedness and response, immunization support, reproductive health support services, communicable disease surveillance, tobacco prevention and education, overdose prevention, and public health modernization. Our work is guided by a board of directors that includes a county commissioner, along with representatives from health organizations including the local hospital, coordinated care organizations (CCOs), Umpqua Community Action Network (UCAN), Aviva Health, and ADAPT Integrated Health Care.

We collaborate with several nonprofit partners to expand our impact, such as UCAN, which provides WIC and nurse visiting services, and Aviva Health, which offers women's health, family planning, and school-based health services. Aviva Health also partners with DPHN to deliver immunization and sexually transmitted infection (STI) treatment services.