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Recent News About City of Austin Public Health Department
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Austin seeks applicants for community development commission elections
Austin Public Health is inviting applications for the Community Development Commission (CDC) from individuals interested in representing low-income individuals and families.
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Austin Public Health launches resource hub for opioid education in Travis County
Austin Public Health (APH) has introduced a new resource hub aimed at providing local resources and information on opioids.
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Austin seeks service providers for LGBTQIA2S+ community support
The City of Austin has announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified nonprofit organizations or quasi-governmental entities to provide services to the LGBTQIA2S+ community in Austin and Travis County. The RFP, titled "SSAU RFP 2024-003 LGBTQIA2S+ Services," aims to address various needs including mental health care, peer support, health care referral and education, public benefits access, food access, community building and engagement, financial education, and legal access.
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Austin declares October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
City and community leaders gathered in Austin, Texas, on Thursday to highlight efforts to combat domestic violence. Mayor Kirk Watson signed a proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This initiative aims to amplify the needs, voices, and experiences of survivors.
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Austin hosts Fiesta de Salud Health Fair promoting wellness through cultural celebration
The City of Austin, Austin Public Health (APH), and the Del Valle Independent School District invite the community to the free Fiesta de Salud Health Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hornsby-Dunlap Elementary School in Austin.
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Mayor's council announces new partnerships; awards recognize workplace wellness initiatives in Austin
The Mayor’s Health & Well-Being Council (MHWC) recognized certified partners and announced the winners of the Moving the Needle Workplace Awards and the Mayor’s Healthiest Workplace Awards during a ceremony held at Austin City Hall on Friday. These awards and certifications highlight organizations implementing best practices to create workplaces or faith ministries that promote health and well-being.
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Austin Public Health hosts mpox vaccine event amid WHO global emergency declaration
Austin Public Health (APH) is organizing a pop-up mpox clinic following the World Health Organization's recent declaration of an ongoing outbreak in Africa as a public health emergency of international concern.
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Austin Public Health receives silver recognition from state program
Austin Public Health Earns Silver Recognition Level by State for Health Promotion
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Austin Public Health launches campaign amid rising HIV diagnoses
AUSTIN, Texas - For the fourth consecutive year, Travis County has reported a steady increase in new HIV diagnoses. In response, Austin Public Health (APH) is launching its Ending the HIV Epidemic campaign to emphasize local resources such as testing and treatment available to support those who have tested positive for HIV and curb the rise in new cases.
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Austin hosts "Take A Loved-One For A Check-Up Day" on August 17
Regular health screenings are a crucial preventive measure, yet only one in four Americans undergo an annual check-up. In response, Austin Public Health (APH) Health Equity Unit and Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) are hosting Take a Loved One for a Check-up Day 2024 on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Parque Zaragosa Neighborhood Park.
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Austin Area HIV Planning Council seeks community feedback on HIV/AIDS resources
The Austin Area HIV Planning Council (HIVPC) is organizing a town hall meeting to gather community feedback and devise strategies to enhance access to resources for those impacted by HIV/AIDS.
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Austin Public Health intensifies efforts after second West Nile-positive pool detected
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Public Health (APH) continues mosquito abatement, education, and outreach efforts in the 78744 zip code as a second pool has tested positive for West Nile virus.
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Positive West Nile Virus detected in Travis County
AUSTIN, Texas — As part of routine monitoring for mosquito-borne diseases, including the West Nile virus, Austin Public Health (APH) has identified a positive mosquito pool for West Nile Virus in the 78744 zip code.