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  • Media Advisory
    June 2, 2023

    Texas HHSC is inviting qualified jobseekers to learn more about a career working for the state during a hiring event on Wednesday, June 7.

    Topics: Jobs, Health

  • News Release
    June 1, 2023

    Texas Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Cecile Erwin Young announced today that Emily Zalkovsky will head the state’s Medicaid and CHIP Services division, effective July 1, replacing Stephanie Stephens. As state Medicaid director, Zalkovsky will oversee the division which is the hub for the Texas Medicaid program.

    Topics: Leadership

  • Media Advisory
    June 1, 2023

    Texas HHSC is hosting a ribbon-cutting event June 7 to celebrate the grand opening of the new 200-bed patient complex and administrative building at Rusk State Hospital.

    Topics: Health, Mental Health, Substance Use

  • Featured Article
    May 31, 2023

    Men’s Health Month reminds Texans to prioritize health and raises awareness of preventable health conditions for the men in their lives.

    Topics: Health

  • News Release
    May 31, 2023

    Texas HHSC announced it received federal approval to replace stolen Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for recipients who were victims of fraud.

    Topics: Benefits, Food, Health

  • News Release
    May 25, 2023

    Texas HHSC is urging health care facilities, long-term care facilities, and child care operations to make sure their emergency preparedness plans are updated ahead of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1.

    Topics: Safety

  • News Release
    May 22, 2023

    Texas HHSC is recognizing the recipients of the 2022 Innovators in Aging award. This award honors organizations and people who have made positive impacts on the lives of older adults in Texas.

    Topics: Aging, Health

  • Media Advisory
    May 19, 2023

    The Texas HHSC is inviting the public to participate in a virtual reception on Tues., May 23, to highlight art submissions and contest winners from the Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest. The art contest highlights mental health and mental wellness as pivotal parts of overall health.

    Topics: Health, Mental Health

  • Media Advisory
    May 18, 2023

    Texas HHSC’s Community Partner Program, in partnership with Feeding Texas and the San Antonio Food Bank, is hosting a community event in San Antonio to help Texans with their Medicaid renewals.

    Topics: Benefits, Food, Health

  • Media Advisory
    May 17, 2023

    HHSC’s Texas Works Paths to Success program will be recognized at Houston ISD’s Career and Military Signing Day for connecting graduating seniors with a job. The seniors will begin their careers at HHSC as Texas Works advisors with Access and Eligibility Services after graduation.

    Topics: Community Engagement

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