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GCHD celebrates Mardi Gras in Galveston
 Galveston County Health Equity Advisory Council meets to discuss Community Needs Assessment
The Galveston County Health Equity Advisory Council, made up of 46 members representing over 25 local agencies, met to start the process of creating a Community Needs Assessment. This assessment will serve as a tool for decision making, resource allocation, and determining and addressing the needs of the community.
 Vital Statistics department awarded Five Star Exemplary Service Award
Congratulations to our Vital Statistics department for being awarded the Five Star Exemplary Service Award from the Texas Department of State Health Services. This marks the 21st year the department has been recognized for going above and beyond!
(L to R: Amy Sifuentes, Alma Garcia, Abby Hernandez)
 GCHD WIC celebrates International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Day, March 1
Thank you to our WIC IBCLC, Heather Armenoff, for the tremendous role you play in helping mothers achieve their breastfeeding goals. The knowledge, skills, compassion and empathy you provide is truly invaluable, and we are grateful to have you!
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 GCHD WIC celebrates National Nutrition Month
Give your body the fuel it needs during every stage of life! Visit WIC and learn more about the importance of fueling your body at every age. For more information about National Nutrition Month visit eatright.org.
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 GCHD hosts Mini Health Fair
Galveston County Health District hosted its Mini Health Fair on March 4. Guests learned more about Coastal Health & Wellness services, applying for the County Indigent Health Care Program, WIC, managing diabetes, Healthy Eating Active Living, and HIV/ STD prevention and received free health screenings, as well as COVID-19 vaccine and booster doses.
 GCHD board member Dr. Annette Jenkins inducted into Legacy Hall of Honor
Join us in congratulating Galveston County Health District board member Dr. Annette Jenkins! She was recently inducted into the Legacy Hall of Honor by Texas City ISD foundation for the future. The Hall of Honor serves to recognize Texas City graduates who have excelled in their field of expertise and made significant contributions to their respective communities.
 GCHD WIC celebrates Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Day, March 8
Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day to WIC RDN Grace Peppers, LD!
RDNs are food and nutrition experts who can translate the science of nutrition into practical solutions for healthy living. Grace uses her nutrition knowledge to help individuals make personalized, positive lifestyle changes each and every day.
 GCHD Public Health Nurses give naxolone to Galveston County Sheriff's Office
Galveston County Health District Public Health Nurses gave 204 packs of naloxone for a total of 408 doses to the Galveston County Sheriff's Office. Equipping our non-medical first responders in an effort to combat the opioid crisis in Galveston County is the first phase of our initiative.
Maria Culangan, RN, HIV Care Manager and PrEP Navigator to represent Forward PrEP program at outreach events
Maria Culangan, RN, care manager - HIV/STD clinical services for GCHD and Coastal Health & Wellness, was asked to represent the Healthy Concepts Clinic and CHW's Forward PrEP program. Maria will attend the following events to promote sexual health and healthy relationships: Dickinson HUT's Staycation event on March 19, College of the Mainland's Sex Ed Symposium on March 31, and Texas A&M during STI Awareness Week.
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Don't get wiped out by the flu this year
Flu is here, and spreading in our community, but it's not too late to get your flu vaccine to protect against the virus.
Most people who get sick with flu will have a mild illness, however, flu can make chronic health problems worse. Flu vaccines are the best protection against flu, and its potentially serious complications.
People 6 months and older should be vaccinated against the flu. Vaccination is especially important in high-risk groups including those ages 65 and older, pregnant women, young children and those with chronic health conditions who are at higher risk for complications or even death if they get the flu.
Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or a healthcare provider about getting your flu vaccine.
Learn more about this flu season.
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Galveston County Health District is excited to bring back its type 2 diabetes community education class with the next class set for Feb. 13.
Join us and hear from our public health nurses as they talk about diabetes, including tips for managing and living with diabetes, why monitoring your blood glucose levels is important, laboratory monitoring and feelings you may have after a recent diabetes diagnosis.
Classes are held 5-6 p.m. at the health district, 9850-B Emmett F. Lowry Expressway, WIC classroom, in Texas City. No registration is required.
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