Media

Media

Thank you for covering the programs and services the Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) provides to our community. HHSA maintains a high level of transparency and strives to provide media partners with access to important information and to accommodate publication deadlines.

HHSA schedules interview times or responds to inquiries via email. It is important to note that the Agency maintains a staff of 2,000 employees located in 35 facilities and provides public services in a fast-paced environment. Advance notice via phone or email from media outlets is always appreciated. Contact the Agency's Public Information Officer by phone at (559) 624-8007 or by email at CMonteiro1@tularecounty.ca.gov

HHSA is dedicated to protecting and strengthening the well-being of the community. Partnering with media is important to our mission and allows us to further inform, educate, and protect our community members. 

Related Documents and Links

Tulare County Flood Recovery Website
Tulare County Flood Recovery Website

County of Tulare official flood recovery website page. 

HHSA Facebook
HHSA Facebook

Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency's official Facebook Page.

HHSA Instagram
HHSA Instagram

Tulare County Health & Human Service Agency's official Instagram account.

HHSA X (formerly Twitter)
HHSA X (formerly Twitter)

Tulare County Health & Human Service Agency's official X (formerly Twitter) account.

County of Tulare Budget
County of Tulare Budget

County of Tulare Budget

2021-22 HHSA Year in Review
2021-22 HHSA Year in Review

Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency Annual Report

News Releases
News Releases

Find press releases and advisories, as well as other shared information.


Agency News

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

On February 11, 2025, the Tulare County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to appoint Dr. Asma Tariq to the position of County Health Officer, effective May 4, 2025. Dr. Tariq fills the position that has been vacant since Dr. Karen Haught retired in 2023.

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

The California Public Utilities Commission is adding a new area code, 357, to the areas using the 559 area code. Starting February 26, 2025, local calls will require dialing 1 + area code + phone number (1 +10 digits). You can still dial just 3 digits for 911, 988, and other services like 211, 311, 411, 511, 611, 711, or 811 if available