LA County to Shutter 7 Public Health Clinics

Significant funding cuts force consolidation of services across the region

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has announced that it will be ending clinical services at seven of its public health clinic locations later this month due to over $50 million in funding cuts. The affected clinics provide a range of essential health services including vaccinations, STI testing and treatment, and tuberculosis care.

Why it matters

The clinic closures will limit access to critical public health services for many vulnerable residents in LA County, especially those who rely on these low-cost or free clinics. The consolidation reflects broader funding challenges facing the public health department, which could lead to further service disruptions if federal, state, and local support does not stabilize.

The details

The seven clinics slated to cease operations on February 27th are located across LA County, including in the Antelope Valley, downtown LA, Inglewood, Hollywood, Pomona, South LA, and Torrance. Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer stated that the department is facing "serious funding challenges" that are "reducing our ability to continue all existing programs." However, Ferrer noted that the county has expanded access to community health providers over the past decade, and patients will be connected with alternative service options.

  • The LA County Department of Public Health announced the clinic closures on February 13, 2026.
  • The affected clinics are scheduled to cease operations on February 27, 2026.

The players

LA County Department of Public Health

The government agency responsible for overseeing public health services and programs in Los Angeles County.

Barbara Ferrer

The Director of the LA County Department of Public Health.

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What they’re saying

“Public Health is facing serious funding challenges that are reducing our ability to continue all existing programs and forcing the closure of several Public Health clinics.”

— Barbara Ferrer, Director, LA County Department of Public Health (NBC Los Angeles)

What’s next

Public health officials stated that services will continue at six remaining clinics and through nearby community health providers, but it remains to be seen how the consolidation will impact access and quality of care for vulnerable populations in LA County.

The takeaway

The closure of these seven public health clinics is a concerning development that highlights the broader funding challenges facing the LA County Department of Public Health. As the department is forced to consolidate services, it will be critical to ensure that essential health services remain accessible, especially for low-income and underserved communities that rely on these clinics.