Nationally Accredited Health Department of the Butte County Public Health is aof the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB).

Welcome Message from Dr. Robert Bernstein, Butte County Health Officer

Public Health in Butte County

Promoting healthy behaviors and resources, preventing illness and protecting the health of residents and visitors in Butte County is our daily commitment. The Butte County Public Health Department (BCPHD) runs over 50 programs serving: children, mothers, families, adults, small businesses, animals and the environment.

As a nationally accredited health department, we are involved in a variety of community-based activities that engage residents in the planning, evaluation and implementation of health improvements in their communities. Our website is designed to be your local resource for health information. Throughout this site, you can learn more about the many excellent programs and services that are offered through the department.

Danette York

Director, Butte County Public Health

Learn about important opioid misuse and abuse resources in Butte County.

Walgreens on Nord Avenue in Chico now offers a 24/7 medicine collection bin. Prescription and over-the-counter medicines are welcome.

The CHA highlights the top health needs of people living in Butte County and will be used to develop and guide a three-year Community Health Improvement Plan, slated to start in early 2020.

View the CHA full report

View the CHA Executive Summary