The role of public health is to promote and protect the health and safety of all Floridians.

This is done by:
detecting, investigating, and preventing the spread of disease;
ensuring that health care practitioners meet the requirements for providing adequate care;
identifying health risks in the community;
informing the public on health issues;
maintaining a safe and healthful environment;
promoting healthy lifestyles;
providing primary care for individuals with limited access to such care from the private sector;