NET Health

02/11/2026

Mosquitoes in February in East Texas?!

Yes ... Texas weather brings plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun for all Texans … even for mosquitoes. Remember these tips:

Wear long sleeves and pants.
Apply insect repellent with DEET.
Remove standing water from areas of work and play.

Don’t give mosquitoes a biting chance.

Learn more at TexasMosquitoes.org.

02/10/2026

Take charge of your heart health! ❤️

Staying active and avoiding smoking can lower your risk of heart disease.

Add these small changes for a stronger, healthier heart.

02/10/2026

Cardiac arrest can strike anywhere in your community. And the first responder is YOU. Be ready to save a life by learning the two steps of Hands-Only CPR: Call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest until help arrives.

Walgreens is a national sponsor of American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers.

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

🤱WIC can help you meet your breastfeeding goals!

✔️ Free breastfeeding support
✔️ Healthy foods for mom
✔️One-on-one breastfeeding counseling
✔️ Breast pumps for eligible moms
✔️ Live online breastfeeding and nutrition classes

Learn about all the WIC benefits including healthy foods, nutrition counseling, live online classes, breastfeeding support and more!

Signup today by visiting MyNETHealth.org

02/09/2026

Get a free blood pressure reading at The Center for Healthy Living at 2815 Frankston Highway in Tyler.

Hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

All of our health programs and preventuon services are free.

For more info, call (903) 593 - 7474.

02/09/2026

This Thursday morning February 12th
815 North Broadway Avenue in Tyler

02/07/2026

🍽️ Think you may have food poisoning?
Your report can help protect others.

Some foodborne illnesses are more than just an upset stomach. If you or someone in your household experiences severe symptoms, it’s important to report it so our Environmental Health team can investigate and help prevent additional cases.

⚠️ Seek medical care and report if you notice:
• Bloody diarrhea
• Fever higher than 102°F
• Vomiting that prevents keeping liquids down
• Signs of dehydration
• Diarrhea lasting more than 3 days
• Yellowing of the eyes or skin (possible Hepatitis A)

📞 Report to NET Health Environmental Health:
(903) 535-0037
📧 EnvironmentalHealth@netphd.org
📝 Or submit the form using the QR code

Reporting foodborne illness helps keep our community safe. 💙

02/07/2026

REFERRALS = REWARDS 💖 When 5 friends register using your unique referral link, you'll get a $10 rebate. Refer 5 more and get an additional $10 rebate! Check your confirmation email to find it, then share away!

Need your confirmation email sent again? No problem. Log on to www.runsignup.com, click your profile icon in the upper right hand corner, click "Profile." Find Take Heart in your list of races, then click "Manage Registration." There you have it!

https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Tyler/RunTakeHeart

Sponsored by
A portion of the proceeds benefit The Center for Healthy Living

02/07/2026

Mark your calendars for Tuesday April 7th from 4pm to 7pm and visit all the activities at the free Fit City Tyler Health and Wellness Expo!

More info is at FitCityTyler.com.

02/06/2026

🎙️ New Podcast Episode is LIVE!

We’re kicking off 2026 with a conversation all about community, movement, and the Take Heart 5K/10K. 💙

On the latest episode of Casting the NET, we sit down with:
🏃‍♀️ Kayla Tillisonwith iTri365
❤️ Joy Johnson, Assistant Director of NET Health’s Center for Healthy Living

We talk about:
• The mission behind the Take Heart Run
• How events like this support community wellness
• Why the beginning of the year is the perfect time to get moving
• How race proceeds directly benefit the Center for Healthy Living

Run Take Heart ETX
📅 Take Heart Run: February 21
📍 Hosted by iTri365
🔗 More info & registration: https://www.itri365.com/takeheart

🎧 Bonus: Use discount code NET10 for 10% off registration!!

Whether you’re setting New Year’s resolutions or just looking for a fun, meaningful way to stay active, this episode — and this race — are for you.

🎙️ Listen now and then lace up for a great cause.

02/06/2026

Teaching your child good oral care now means healthy habits for life.

Show them how to brush, floss, and take them to the dentist regularly. 🦷

You're the best role model for a bright, healthy smile.