Ohio Department of Health | 14,240 followers on LinkedIn. Advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. | The Ohio Department of Health is a state agency whose mission is to “Protect and improve the health of all Ohioans by preventing disease, promoting good health and assuring access to quality care.” We call our core priorities our Pillars of Public Health – Infectious Diseases, Preparedness, Health Improvement & Wellness, Health Equity & Access, Environmental Health, and Regulatory Compliance. Our Values (“I CARE”) are Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.