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(Just Now) WebHarris County Public Health (HCPH) Throughout the years, HCPH has responded to public health issues such as rabies, mosquito-borne illnesses, air and water pollution, disease outbreaks, water and food-borne illnesses, natural disasters, tuberculosis, polio, and other communicable diseases. Public health is now battling new challenges.

https://publichealth.harriscountytx.gov/

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Public Health > Divisions & Offices > Divisions > Community …

(2 days ago) WebFor appointments with Harris County Public Health, call the HCPH Vaccine Hotline at 832-927-8787. What COVID-19 vaccine should I get? All of the vaccines being offered by Harris County are safe and effective at protecting people from getting seriously ill, being hospitalized, and even dying—especially when boosted. You can choose which COVID

https://publichealth.harriscountytx.gov/Divisions-Offices/Divisions/Community-Health-Wellness-Division/Health-Services/COVID-Vaccine

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Public Health > About > About HCPH

(6 days ago) WebHarris County Public Health embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve the community's health and well-being. Leadership - We are advocates and strategists for the health of individuals and our communities. Service and Excellence - We strive to create a culture of

https://publichealth.harriscountytx.gov/About/About-HCPH

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Testing Harris County COVID-19 Data Hub - ArcGIS

(5 days ago) WebFind out how to get tested for COVID-19 for free in Harris County, and see the weekly data on testing usage, capacity, turn-around time, and positivity rate. Learn why testing matters and what it tells us about the pandemic in our community.

https://covid-harriscounty.hub.arcgis.com/pages/testing

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Data and Demographics Harris County COVID-19 Data Hub

(9 days ago) WebExplore the data and demographics of COVID-19 cases and vaccinations in Harris County by race, ethnicity, and age. Data is provided by Harris County Public Health, Houston Health Department, and ImmTrac Texas Immunization Registry.

https://covid-harriscounty.hub.arcgis.com/pages/data-and-demographics

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Harris County Public Health offering new COVID-19 booster shots

(4 days ago) WebThe county health department is providing both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to protect against the Omicron variant and other strains. The CDC recommends anyone 6 months or older who has completed their primary series to get the new vaccine, which is free of charge for some residents.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/medicine-wellness/2023/10/11/466412/harris-county-public-health-offering-new-covid-19-booster-shots/

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Vaccine Info Harris County COVID-19 Data Hub - ArcGIS

(Just Now) WebFind out the latest data on COVID-19 vaccine distribution and progress in Harris County, Texas. See how the vaccine is allocated, administered, and received by different providers, age groups, and racial/ethnic groups.

https://covid-harriscounty.hub.arcgis.com/pages/vaccine-info

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Harris County COVID-19 Data Hub

(2 days ago) WebAccess weekly updated data on COVID-19 testing, cases, wastewater, demographics and vaccine in Harris County and the City of Houston. Explore data with charts, maps and API links from SouthEast Texas Regional Advisory Council (SETRAC).

https://covid-harriscounty.hub.arcgis.com/

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Harris County’s COVID-19 threat level was - Houston Public Media

(7 days ago) WebThe county judge credits the community's vaccination efforts and urges caution during the holiday season. The lowered level indicates ongoing transmission of the virus, but less severe than the top level \"red\".

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/2021/11/03/412474/harris-countys-covid-19-threat-level-was-lowered-again-amid-a-drop-in-key-indicators/

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Harris County approves $7.7 million program to fight maternal and

(4 days ago) WebHarris County leaders have approved a $7.7 million pilot program using American Rescue Plan funds to serve 300 households with home visits by community health workers. The program aims to address the county's high rates of maternal morbidity and mortality, especially among African-American women.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/2022/07/19/428653/harris-county-approves-7-7-million-program-to-fight-maternal-and-infant-mortality/

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Harris County Public Health - YouTube

(Just Now) WebHarris County Public Health (HCPH) strives to protect health, prevent illness and injury and promote healthy communities in Harris County. For official HCPH information, go to www.hcphtx.org

https://www.youtube.com/c/HarrisCountyPublicHealth

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“Maternal Health Bill of Rights” introduced by Harris County at the

(6 days ago) WebHarris County Public Health aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in the Houston area with a new document that lists rights and resources for pregnant people. The Maternal and Child Health program provides $1.4 million in federal funding for support and education.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/healthcare/2024/04/15/483497/maternal-health-bill-of-rights-introduced-at-the-second-maternal-and-child-health-conference/

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Harris County dengue case: Health officials announce human case …

(Just Now) WebAfter Harris County found a mosquito tested positive for West Nile in the 77019 zip code, the county reported its first human dengue case this year. Harris County Public Health is aware of one

https://abc13.com/post/harris-county-dengue-case-health-officials-announce-human/14890905/

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Harris County Public Health Houston TX - Facebook

(Just Now) WebHarris County Public Health, Houston, Texas. 35,516 likes · 71 talking about this · 2,253 were here. #HarrisCounty #PublicHealth Department Official Facebook! Keeping residents and our community healthy

https://www.facebook.com/HarrisCountyPublicHealth/

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CovidVax - Harris County, Texas

(6 days ago) WebEach person must be at least 6 months of age or older; Each person registering must provide the following:(1) cell phone number, and (2) name of their cell phone provider in order to receive COVID-19 Vaccination appointment details via SMS/MMS text notification (your information will NOT be sold or shared to third parties) Each person registering …

https://vacstrac.hctx.net/

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Harris County Free COVID-19 Testing

(6 days ago) WebGet tested for COVID-19 with Harris County Public Health at no cost. Fill out the self-assessment form and check availability for testing sites near you.

https://covcheck.hctx.net/

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Track Covid-19 in Harris County, Texas - The New York Times

(3 days ago) WebWeekly county case data prior to Jan. 2021 was not reported by the C.D.C. and is sourced from reporting by The New York Times. The C.D.C. stopped reporting data on cases in May 2023. The C.D.C

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/us/harris-texas-covid-cases.html

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COVID-19 Services and Resources Houston Health Department

(6 days ago) WebLearn about COVID-19 vaccines, testing, contact tracing, and education from the Houston Health Department. Find vaccines near you, access educational resources, and follow CDC guidance to prevent respiratory viruses.

https://www.houstonhealth.org/services/disease-prevention/covid-19

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Home Houston Health Department

(Just Now) WebWe are a full-service health department that performs many enhanced functions to address health inequities. Our services benefit all Houston residents, but we also take additional steps to support those most in need, such as low-income mothers and children, the elderly, and minority populations. Go to all services HHD call center: 832 …

https://www.houstonhealth.org/

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First mosquito of 2024 to test positive for West Nile Virus in Harris

(8 days ago) WebHarris County Public Health’s (HCPH) Mosquito and Vector Control Division (MVCD) confirms that the first mosquito to test positive for West Nile Virus in 2024 has been collected from a trapping

https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2024/05/23/first-mosquito-of-2024-to-test-positive-for-west-nile-virus-in-harris-county-collected-from-trapping-site/

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Human case of dengue fever confirmed in Harris County - Yahoo

(5 days ago) WebKTRK – Houston. Thu, May 30, 2024, 11:25 AM EDT. Harris County Public Health officials confirmed one case of the disease spread by mosquitos after a person recently traveled. View comments.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/human-case-dengue-fever-confirmed-152517445.html

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Harris County to host conference that addresses high maternal …

(1 days ago) WebThe conference aims to address the high mortality rates among Black women and infants in Harris County, which are three times higher than the national average. It will feature experts, panelists and workshops on various topics related to pregnancy, birth and post-partum care.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/health-science/2023/04/10/448747/harris-county-to-host-conference-that-addresses-high-maternal-and-infant-mortality-rates/

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Mosquito sample collected by Harris County Public Health tests

(2 days ago) WebA mosquito sample collected by Harris County Public Health has tested positive for the West Nile virus, according to a social media post by the department. The sample was collected within Houston

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/mosquito-sample-collected-by-harris-county-public-health-tests-positive-for-west-nile-virus/ar-BB1mSzzw

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Hurricane Preparedness

(1 days ago) WebMeet the Heroes of Hurricane Preparedness. Kids of all ages can explore Harris County Precinct 4’s high-water vehicles, which are used for rescues and transport during storms. Bayland Community Center - 6400 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX 77074.

https://cp4.harriscountytx.gov/hurricanes

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Auditor says vendor may have doubled-billed Harris County

(3 days ago) WebThe company running a Harris County program that diverts non-emergency 911 calls to social workers and mental health professionals, may have billed the county for the same hours it was working for a California jurisdiction, according to a preliminary review by the county auditor’s office.

https://houstonlanding.org/auditor-says-hart-vendor-may-have-billed-harris-county-for-hours-worked-in-california/

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Harris Health breaks ground on new hospital project on LBJ campus

(5 days ago) WebUTHealth Houston celebrated alongside its hospital partner as Harris Health System broke ground for a new $1.6 billion hospital on the Lyndon B. Johnson campus in Northeast Harris County that will enhance health care in one of the county’s most vulnerable communities. The groundbreaking event, held Thursday, May 9, signaled that …

https://med.uth.edu/surgery/2024/05/20/harris-health-breaks-ground-on-new-hospital-project-on-lbj-campus/

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Three new FEMA disaster recovery centers open in Harris, Liberty, …

(Just Now) WebWalker County Walker Storm Shelter, 455 TX 75 N., Huntsville, TX 77320 Residents can also apply for FEMA disaster assistance online or by phone at 1-800-621-3362.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/2024/05/28/488747/three-new-disaster-relief-centers-from-fema-in-harris-liberty-and-trinity-counties/

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