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GCHD, CHW, GAAA, ARC employees honored for service
We were honored to recognize employees Dec. 13 for their dedicated service to Galveston County Health District, Coastal Health & Wellness, Galveston Area Ambulance Authority and the Galveston County Animal Resource Center.
Service award recipients included:
5 years - Ashley Gardner, Brittany Rivers, Susan Scott, Ricard Arguelles, Tamara Wallace, Terri Byrd, Chris Davis, Hope Partin, Sergios Rios, Dr. Hanna Lindskog, Victoria Gray, Crystal Huesca, Warren Murray, Dr. Unsil Keiser, and Randall Thompson
10 years - Constance Acker, Shonta Hill, Nancy Guerra, Jenn Thickitt, and Margaret Williams
15 years - Sigrid Glover, Monica Gallegos, Brandon Beck, and Lori Spellman
20 years - Pisa Leota-Ring, Leticia Tubbs, and Connie Tomlinson
25 years - Chonta Love and Tabetha Breaux
30 years - Renee McCulloch
 
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Executive Director of Public Health Services Randy Valcin retires
Galveston County Health District and the United Board of Health are honored to recognize Randy P. Valcin and his more than ten years of service to public health and the health district.
Randy, who served as the Executive Director of Public Health Services, has retired! He was instrumental in investigating the largest Multijurisdictional Norovirus outbreak, coordinated and served as Incident Commander of the Unified Command Structure during the Ebola Cruise Ship Scare, etc. Randy contributed significantly to improving the public's health in Galveston County.
Happy retirement, Randy, and thank you for your dedicated service to your community!
CEO Dr. Keiser and executive office staff hand out holiday treats
The executive office spread holiday cheer to all the departments at GCHD, CHW, ARC, and GAAA.
Preparing for Winter Weather
Prepare your home to keep out the cold with insulation, caulking and weather stripping. Learn how to keep pipes from freezing. Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors with battery backups. Gather supplies in case you need to stay home for several days without power. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Remember the needs of your pets. Have extra batteries for radios and flashlights. If you are unable to afford your heating costs, weatherization or energy-related home repairs, contact the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for help.
Be prepared for winter weather at home, at work and in your car. Create an emergency supply kit for your car. Include jumper cables, sand, a flashlight, warm clothes, blankets, bottled water and non-perishable snacks. Keep a full tank of gas.
Pay attention to weather reports and warnings of freezing weather and winter storms. Listen for emergency information and alerts. Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts.
Learn more about preparing for winter storms.
Manage cardiovascular health with help from healthcare team
Regularly monitoring your blood pressure, with support from your healthcare team, can help lower your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Nearly one in two U.S. adults have high blood pressure, but only one in four have it under control. High blood pressure - a leading cause of heart disease and stroke - is often called the silent killer because you may have elevated numbers, but no symptoms.
February marks American Heart Month, a time for us to focus on our cardiovascular health. Taking care of your heart can be as simple as the ABCS. Talk with your healthcare team about aspirin when appropriate, blood pressure control, cholesterol management and smoking cessation.
Learn more about what you can do to protect your heart.
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Happy Holidays from GCHD, CHW, GAAA, and ARC
New Year, New You, Better Health
Galveston County Health District will be at the Reedy Chapel AME Church in Galveston on Saturday, January 20 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Come see us for FREE raffles, giveaways, health screenings, information on community resources, and more!
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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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