Chronic Disease Prevention Division
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Welcome to the Chronic Disease Prevention Division!
Health & Human Services - 2377 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207
Phone: (214) 819-5115
E-mail: chronic.disease@dallascounty.org
The Application for the DCHHS FY2025 Community Gardens Mini grant is now open! / La solicitud para la Mini Subvención DCHHS FY2025 Community Gardens ya está abierta!
Our Mission
The mission of the Chronic Disease Prevention Division (CDPD) is to promote and support DCHHS’ overall mission of optimizing and protecting the health of the citizens of Dallas County. To this effect, the CDPD thrives to prevent chronic diseases and reduce health inequities by addressing environments, systems, and behaviors that are associated with chronic diseases and precursors.
Programs and Services
Obesity & Diabetes Prevention | Food & Nutrition | Asthma Control | Tobacco Use Control & Prevention | Hypertension Prevention |
Promotes healthy weight maintenance and aims to lower the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes | Promotes and educates about healthy eating while working to improve access to nutritious food | Aims to improve health outcomes for children with asthma and their families | Assist current tobacco users to quit and promotes tobacco free polices | Aims to reduce the risk of developing hypertension and educates on hypertension management and control |
All prevention services offered by the Chronic Disease Prevention Division are FREE of charge. Click below to enroll in any of the programs and services!
* All classes offered in English and Spanish
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