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Harris 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. Each year brings new diseases, new chronic disease risks, and more natural and man-made disasters.

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Wellness on Wheels Mobile Health Event Offers Affordable Health Services and Family Fun

06 Mar, 24

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. to 1 p.m. This event, hosted by Harris County Public Health (HCPH), promises a day of affordable health services and free entertainment for the whole family.

Harris County Public Health announces Wellness on Wheels dates, free pet vaccinations

06 Mar, 24

Harris County Public Health will be hosting a free mobile health services initiative called Wellness on Wheels, which aims to increase access to services among communities officials deem a priority.

PRESS RELEASES

Uplift Harris Guaranteed Income Pilot Announces Award Notifications Starting Today

18 Mar, 24

Harris County is pleased to announce that starting today, March 18, through March 22, all Uplift Harris Guaranteed Income Pilot applicants will receive notification of their selection status for the program.

Harris County Public Health Raises Awareness for World Tuberculosis Day on March 24

18 Mar, 24

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, treatment, and prevention.