Healthy Concepts

04/25/2026

The 2026 Texas Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday runs from 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, through midnight on Monday, April 27, 2026. Texans can purchase qualifying hurricane and emergency supplies tax-free in-store, online, or by telephone, with no limit on the quantity of items.

04/24/2026

🌍 It’s World Immunization Week - April 24–30!

The Galveston County Health District is here to help protect our community with vaccines for all ages.

💉 What’s available:
• FREE vaccines for TVFC-eligible children (18 & under)
• FREE vaccines for uninsured adults
• Affordable options available for others (call for details)

🕒 Clinic Hours:
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 8 AM – 4 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM – 6 PM

📍 9850-B Emmett F Lowry Expy, Suite B-104, Texas City
📞 409-949-3459

👉 Be sure to bring a copy of your vaccination records!

04/23/2026

💉 Protect your little ones during National Infant Immunization Week!

The Galveston County Health District is offering FREE vaccines for eligible infants (up to 24 months old) from April 20 to April 27.

✅ Who qualifies?
• Uninsured children
• Children with Medicaid
• Underinsured children
• American Indian or Alaska Native children

🕒 Walk-ins welcome!
Monday–Friday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Tuesdays: Open late until 6 PM

📍 9850 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Suite B-104, Texas City
📞 409-949-3459

👉 Don’t forget to bring your child’s immunization record!

Help keep our community healthy by taking advantage of this free opportunity while it lasts! 💙

04/22/2026

🌍Earth Day 2026 “Our Power, Our Planet”

It’s a reminder that protecting our environment starts with each of us.

🌱 Simple actions that make a difference

Pick up litter in your neighborhood, park, or beach
Plant something, a tree, flowers, or even a small herb garden
Reduce waste for the day (skip single-use plastics, bring reusable bags & bottles)
Recycle properly and sort items carefully

Together, our small efforts can create a big, lasting impact 💚

04/17/2026

April is National Stress Awareness Month

Managing stress starts with knowing what truly helps and what doesn’t.

✅ Effective ways:
• Keep busy and stay engaged
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle
• Make time for physical exercise
• Speak with a mental health professional

⚠️ Ineffective ways:
• Sleeping too much to avoid problems
• Being inactive all day
• Increasing screen time
• Taking stress out on others

Awareness leads to better choices. Choose habits that support your well-being.

Coastal Health & Wellness offers Behavioral Health and Counseling services. Contact us today at 409-938-2234, https://www.coastalhw.org/services/behavioral-health

04/15/2026

Exciting Announcement! 🎉

Patients can now conveniently pick up their prescriptions at our Coastal Health & Wellness (CHW) Texas City clinic!

🕗 Pickup Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📦 Deliveries arrive daily around noon
🚫 Closed the second Wednesday of each month

📞 Call 409-209-0847 to schedule your pickup.

At CHW, we’re committed to making it easier and more convenient for our patients to access the medications they need!

04/10/2026

April is National Stress Awareness Month

We are sharing helpful tips and real-life ways to manage stress, whether it’s practicing mindfulness, staying active, setting boundaries, or reaching out for support. Every little step matters.

If you have something that helps you cope, share it below 👇 You never know who might need it today.

Coastal Health & Wellness offers Behavioral Health and Counseling services. Contact us today at 409-938-2234, https://www.coastalhw.org/services/behavioral-health

04/09/2026

It’s Adolescent Immunization Action Week

This is a great reminder that vaccines aren’t just for young children. As kids grow into their teen years, staying up to date on immunizations is just as important for protecting their health now and in the future.

Vaccines help guard against serious diseases like meningitis, HPV-related cancers, and whooping cough. A quick check with your healthcare provider can ensure your adolescent is fully protected and ready to thrive in school, sports, and everyday life.

Let’s work together to keep our teens healthy, strong, and protected.

04/08/2026

🚑🎉 Big News for GAAA!

Galveston Area Ambulance Authority (GAAA) is proud to share that we have received the **Excellent Community Partnership Award** from the UTMB Interprofessional Education and Practice Symposium!

This recognition highlights our strong collaboration with medical students through our EMS ride-along program. By providing hands-on, real-world experience in prehospital emergency care, we’re helping shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.

“Our partnership with medical students is an investment in the future of healthcare,” said Amy Weber, Chief of EMS. “By providing real-world exposure to EMS operations, we are helping to develop well-rounded healthcare professionals who understand the full continuum of patient care from the field to the hospital.”

Through this program, students gain valuable insight into emergency response, patient assessment, and clinical decision-making all while working alongside our dedicated EMS crews.

We’re honored to support education, strengthen community partnerships, and contribute to better patient outcomes across the healthcare system.

Thank you to our team and partners for making this possible!

04/08/2026

This is the time of year when many people start raising poultry at home. It’s important to stay healthy and safe. Whether you’re new to backyard poultry or have experience, a few simple precautions can make a big difference.

Visit https://ow.ly/Hz4r50YvW28 for helpful resources on how to practice good hygiene around your flock, prevent the spread of illness, and keep both your family and your birds healthy

Stay informed, stay safe, and enjoy your flock this season!

Tips for keeping backyard poultry and people healthy.

04/08/2026

This is the time of year when many people start raising poultry at home. It’s important to stay healthy and safe. Whether you’re new to backyard poultry or have experience, a few simple precautions can make a big difference.

Visit https://ow.ly/JZmG50YvW29 for helpful resources on how to practice good hygiene around your flock, prevent the spread of illness, and keep both your family and your birds healthy

Stay informed, stay safe, and enjoy your flock this season!

Tips for keeping backyard poultry and people healthy.