City of Austin Public Health Department

https://www.austintexas.gov/department/health

Austin, TX 78701

Public Health

Municipal Departments & Agencies

Adrienne Sturrup, Director - Official Website

City of Austin opens new domestic violence shelter with partner organizations

September 18, 2025

The City of Austin, in partnership with Austin Public Health and The SAFE Alliance, has opened a new domestic violence shelter aimed at supporting survivors and their children.

City of Austin seeks proposals for HIV epidemic response across five-county region

September 16, 2025

The City of Austin has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at reducing HIV incidence and prevalence in the Austin Transitional Grant Area, which includes Travis, Williamson, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Hays counties.

Donna Sundstrom Assistant Director at APH - Austintexas.gov

Mayor’s council honors local schools and faith groups for advancing community health

September 15, 2025

The Mayor’s Health & Well-Being Council (MHWC) held a ceremony at Austin City Hall to recognize 32 schools and three faith communities for their efforts in promoting health and well-being across Austin and Travis County.

Desmar Walkes, Medical Director and Health Authority for Austin - City of Austin Public Health Department

Austin agencies promote overdose prevention resources on International Overdose Awareness Day

September 4, 2025

Austin Public Health (APH) and Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) are marking International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31 by raising awareness about the opioid overdose crisis in the community.

Austin Public Health marks National Breastfeeding Month with focus on sustainable community support

August 20, 2025

Austin Public Health (APH) is taking part in National Breastfeeding Month 2025, joining a nationwide effort under the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee’s theme “Forward Together.” The campaign aims to highlight the importance of building systems that...