MISSION The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and to protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island. WHAT WE DO The Department of Health is a diverse and interactive state agency with broad-ranging public health responsibilities. As Rhode Island has no local health departments, we coordinate public health activities across the state. All programs and services are coordinated by our Divisions and Centers. Our main areas of responsibility are: * Community, Family Health & Equity * Emergency Preparedness & Response * Environmental & Health Services Regulation * Health Data & Analysis * Health Information & Technology * Health Laboratories * Infectious Disease & Epidemiology * Management Services * Medical Examiner * Public Health Communication * Vital Records