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HHSC Reminds Regulated Providers to Update Emergency Preparedness Plans Before Hurricane Season

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.

HHSC Recognizes Innovators in Aging

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.

HHSC Reminds Women to Prioritize their Health During National Women’s Health Week

Texas HHSC is encouraging women of all ages to take care of their health as part of National Women's Health Week, which begins on May 14.

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HHSC Hosts Mental Health Creative Arts Contest Virtual Reception

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.

HHSC to Help Texans with Medicaid Renewals at San Antonio Community Event

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.

Innovative Job Training Program Puts Houston High School Seniors on Career Path with HHSC

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.