AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is urging health care facilities, child care operators and other providers to update their emergency response plans as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]
Medical Profiles
Protect Your Lungs – Say NO to Tobacco and Vaping!
May 31 is World No Tobacco Day! HOUSTON – Today is World No Tobacco Day. Harris County Public Health (HCPH) joins the global movement led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to spotlight the tobacco industry’s harmful practices. This year’s theme, #TobaccoExposed, encourages […]
HHSC Reminds Regulated Providers to Update Emergency Preparedness Plans Before Hurricane Season
AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is urging health care facilities, child care operators and other providers to update their emergency response plans as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]
Hurricane Season Preparedness: Secure Your Home and Family for the Season Ahead
Prepare now to protect your loved ones, especially those with special needs! HOUSTON – Hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30. It’s important for those living in the Houston area to prepare now. Taking action early can help protect […]
FEMA Calls May Come from Unfamiliar Phone Numbers
AUSTIN – After Texans apply for disaster assistance, FEMA may call them to schedule an inspection of the damaged home, or to obtain more information to process the application. These calls may come from unfamiliar area codes or phone numbers. It […]
FEMA Assistance Available to More Texas Survivors
AUSTIN – Eastland, Hardin, Jasper, Jones, Lamar and Waller counties have been added to the major disaster declaration for Texans who sustained damage from severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that began April 26. Residents of these counties may be eligible […]
First West Nile Virus Mosquito Sample of 2024 Found in Harris County
Harris County Public Health’s Mosquito and Vector Control Division is activating evening spray operations HOUSTON – Harris County Public Health’s (HCPH) Mosquito and Vector Control Division (MVCD) has confirmed that a Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito sample has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) […]
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 98 Texas Counties due to Storm Damage
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 98 Texas counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through May 27, 2024, due to storm damage. The counties impacted are Anderson, Angelina, Austin, Bandera, Bastrop, […]
Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist discusses all things mosquitoes – from types to tips to protect yourself
Mosquito season: How to control and prevent bites May 16, 2024 – by Adam Russell That familiar buzz and bite means mosquito season in Texas is here, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist. Mosquito season is upon us. Understanding where these pesky blood-sucking […]
