HCPH to host a FREE Zoom webinar about TB on March 25 HOUSTON – In recognizing World Tuberculosis Day on March 24, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is calling attention to this persistent global health threat and the importance of early detection, […]
Medical Profiles
Diving Deep into Cellular Hydration for Enhanced Wellbeing
In the pursuit of enhanced wellbeing, the importance of hydration has been universally acknowledged. However, the spotlight is increasingly shifting towards a more nuanced understanding of hydration that penetrates beyond the superficial, delving into the very cells that constitute our […]
The Surprising Link: Can Saliva Cause UTIs?
Understanding Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) is crucial for recognizing the impact they have on public health and individual well-being. While the primary culprits behind UTIs are bacteria from the gastrointestinal tract, such as Escherichia coli (E. coli), which typically enter […]
Rodent Control and Home Insurance: What You Should Know
When confronted with rodent infestations, homeowners may question whether their home insurance policies extend coverage to extermination and repair expenses. Grasping the connection between rodent control and home insurance is crucial for navigating the financial repercussions of pest issues. Here’s […]
Elderly Care: Make Your Seniors Live Their Lives Well with These Tips
Caring for the elderly is a responsibility that holds immense importance and requires a blend of compassion, patience, and understanding. As people age, their needs and preferences change, making it vital to adapt their care accordingly to ensure they live […]
Symptom Management: Medical Condition Aid
Embark on an odyssey through the myriad symptom management modalities that fortify convalescent triumph amidst the exigencies of medical conditions, illuminating their pivotal role in fostering restorative synergy and harmonizing with the vicissitudes of symptomatic debilitation. Amidst the labyrinthine landscape […]
Harris Health’s New Addition to Provide More Digestive, Colon Cancer Screenings
HOUSTON (March 7, 2024) — A new addition at Quentin Mease Health Center, a Harris Health System specialty facility rededicated in 2023, promises to provide patients with more early cancer detection and prevention procedures. Through the Harris Health Endoscopy Center at Quentin […]
Wellness on Wheels Mobile Health Event Offers Affordable Health Services and Family Fun
Harris County Public Health to host mobile health services event on March 9 HOUSTON – The Wellness on Wheels Mobile Health Event is set to roll into the Deputy Darren Almendarez Community Center on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 9 a.m. […]
COMMUNITY HEALTH CHOICE AWARDED CONTRACT TO ADMINISTER MEDICAID STAR+PLUS PROGRAM IN NINE HOUSTON-AREA COUNTIES
STAR+PLUS provides additional assistance and benefits to disabled adults and seniors. Houston, Texas – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has selected Community Health Choice (Community) as one of the managed care organizations to administer the Medicaid-managed care […]
Harris County Public Health Needs Your Voice: Participate in a Community Health Survey
Participants have the option to be entered into a drawing for grocery gift cards! HOUSTON – Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is asking all county residents aged 18 and over to share their insights in a community health survey, which runs now through April 12. […]
