Tackle Foodborne Illness
This iconic annual event is often celebrated by ordering takeout and delivered foods, which if left out too long, can cause foodborne illness.
Health District Welcomes State Health Officials
The update highlighted the accomplishments since the transition.
New Opportunities for Food Safety
As you learn new habits and break old ones, keep food safety at the top of your priority list.
Shuford Named Commissioner of Texas Health Department
Before being named interim commissioner, Shuford served as chief state epidemiologist at DSHS.
$10M to Support Community Food Projects
The program provides communities a voice in food system decisions and supports local food markets to fully benefit the community, increase food and nutrition security and stimulate local economies.
Kraft Heinz Foods Company Recalls Ready-To-Eat Ham and Cheese
Kraft Heinz Foods Company, a Kirksville, Mo. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,400 pounds of ready-to-eat ham and cheese loaf products.
HHSC to Design State’s Newest Psychiatric Hospital
The project is part of the state’s comprehensive plan to expand inpatient psychiatric beds.
Regents Approve Rural Mental Health Institute at TAMUK
Bain said the idea for establishing the institute came from the collaborative work that began with the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland in 2016.
Turkey Day Food Myths
While this Thanksgiving holiday is a great time to spend with family and friends, it’s also time to bust some Thanksgiving food myths.
Investigation into Companies Denying Parents Access to Their Children’s Medical Records
Houston-based Memorial Hermann Health System published policies that apparently prevent parents from accessing their children’s medical records once their child attains the age of 13.
HEB Ground Beef Recalled
Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., an Amarillo, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 93,697 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically reflective mirror-like material.
USDA Provides Nearly $24M Boost for Beginning Farmers
USDA Chief Scientist Chavonda Jacobs-Young today announced a nearly $24 million investment across 45 organizations.
Texas has Shortage of Nurses in Nursing Homes
Nurses are leaving Texas seniors — especially in rural areas — without care.
HHSC Launches Dedicated Spanish-Language Healthy Texas
The made-for-kids videos include topics like improving nutrition, physical health, and boosting physical activity.
Lone Star Bakery, Inc. Recalls Beef Shepherd’s Pie Products
Approximately 5,740 pounds of beef shepherd’s pie products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically copper wire pieces.
City of Corpus Christi Introduces New Public Health Director
In addition to city residents, the Health District will continue to serve county residents through a contract with Nueces County using mobile bus clinics and satellite operations.
One Pill Can Kill
International and domestic criminal drug networks are mass-producing fake pills, falsely marketing them as legitimate prescription pills, and killing unsuspecting Texans.
On-site Mobile Mammogram Screening Events
Since 1985, individuals, businesses, and communities have come together every October to show their support for the many people affected by breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened regularly for the disease.