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Public Health

 
 
Public Health Staff


As public health professionals, we help build the foundation of our community’s health by delivering a variety of programs, assessments, research, and recommendations designed to give everyone a chance to be as healthy as possible by:

  • Preventing illnesses before they start.
  • Promoting health opportunities for all.
  • Protecting the residents of St. Louis County.

Health starts in our families, neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces. As members of this community, we live, work, play, learn, and age alongside you. And we are committed to working with partners from across our county. Together, we can ensure that everyone has the chance to live a long, healthy life, regardless of who they are, how much they make, or what their background is.

Mission, Vision, and Values

Our Mission:
We work to improve the health and well-being of every resident by promoting healthy communities, preventing disease, protecting against health risks, and fostering partnerships.

We are a trusted partner supporting efforts that build community power to change the underlying systems and conditions that create barriers to health. We lead with humility, integrity, and innovation. Through collaboration with partners, we contribute to a resilient community by creating safe, supportive environments where well-being flourishes across all stages of life.

Our Vision:
Every resident has the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

Through evidence-based strategies, on-going outreach, education, and a commitment to respect and dignity, we strive to remove barriers to health so all residents can be safe and thrive. We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in delivering high-quality public health services that meet the evolving needs of our community.

Our Values:
 Integrity: 

     We uphold the highest standards of accountability by taking responsibility for our actions and acting with honesty, humility, and ethical principles. We honor the public's trust through integrity, transparency, and fiscal responsibility in all public health efforts.

Empathy: 

      We approach public health practice with empathy, understanding and respecting the unique needs of individuals, families, and communities. We are committed to offering compassionate service and care, recognizing that emotional, physical, and social well-being are interconnected.

Innovation: 

      We embrace innovation as a key driver of public health practice. Through creative and forward-thinking approaches, we tackle challenges and create solutions that are data-informed and build on community strengths, working towards a healthier future for all.

Opportunity:

      We are committed to creating a fair and just public health system in which everyone has opportunities for optimal health and safety. We treat all individuals, families, and communities with respect and seek to ensure all voices are heard. We value many kinds of expertise, including varied educational backgrounds, lived experiences, and community insights.

Collaboration: 

     We work together with communities, prioritizing mutual respect, diverse voices, and trust. By sharing data and resources, we focus on improving health outcomes and strengthening our public health system. We support the work of our community partners and share the power to change system and policies that lead to barriers to health.

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Contact

Public Health Offices
Southern St. Louis County 218-725-5210
Northern St. Louis County 218-471-7600

Public Health Offices

Duluth: 

320 W. 2nd St.                  
Duluth, MN 55802    
218-725-5210

Ely: 

320 Miners Dr E. 
Ely, MN 55731
218-471-7600

Hibbing: 

1814 14th Ave E. 
Hibbing, MN 55746
218-471-7600

Virginia: 

201 S. 3rd Ave W. 
P.O. Box 1148 
Virginia, MN 55792

218-471-7600

Women Infants & Children (WIC)
SLC South
218-725-5211
Fax: 218-725-5297

SLC North
218-471-7604
Fax: 218-471-7601

Public Health Division Director

Amy Westbrook

Emergency Contact Information

If this is an emergency, call 911

If you are ill, call your healthcare provider

For a poisoning emergency, call the MN Poison Control System at 1-800-222-1222

If you are a healthcare provider calling to report an infectious disease, please call 651-201-5414 or 1-877-676-5414