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Here for Houston & Harris County. Public health. Team @davidyoungsoo; one kid, one cat.

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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
And so it begins!
Three pizza parlor employees, one in Carrasco Jersey, watch the Mexican national anthem as the World Cup opens
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
A beautiful day to open the Hill at Sims Bayou, a terrific new resource for Sunnyside and the region
Overlook atop the Hill at SimsPeople walking up the hill on a wide paved path through the grass. Inscription on walkway: “This hill stands where humanity meets nature, a beacon of resilience for all to enjoy. Rodney Ellis”Commissioner Rodney Ellis holds today’s Houston Chronicle, with the Hill at Sims on front page I’m standing with six members of our Harris County Public Health violence prevention team in purple polos (community-based violence interrupters and alternative first responders), in front of grassy parkland and Sims Bayou
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Y’all. I am SO EXCITED about the new JOINT Harris County Public Health / Houston Health Department data hub. Behold this one-stop-shop for reports and dashboards published by both departments: publichealth.harriscountytx.gov/Media/Report... #collaboration #publichealth
Phone screenshot of joint Houston - Harris County Public Health Reporting portal, including Harris County Public Health and Houston Health Department logos and filters for major categories of reports and dashboards: 

Chronic Disease
Community Health Assessments and Strategic Planning
Environmental Health and Climate Impacts
Infectious Diseases and Emerging Threats
Injury and Violence Prevention
Maternal and Child Health

Description at bottom:
In this data hub, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) and the Houston Health Department (HHD) are making our health reports and dashboards more accessible.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
New Baby, New Chapter! Great turnout for this weekend’s community baby shower featuring education, resources, community closet, CPR practice, games, and more. #maternalhealth
Welcome to the community baby shower! Pink and purple balloons and backdrop under slide advertising lactation room in English and SpanishDads race to safely diaper, clothe, and transport a babydoll Outreach workers share information about Harris County Public Health WIC, coordinated care, maternal health, and Healthy Start programsAlways a joy to run into Third Ward genealogist and historian Dolores Rodgers!
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
New World screwworm, dangerous to livestock and other animals, has been slowly moving north. USDA is working closely with Mexico and Central American governments on surveillance and control, including via sterile insect technique. #onehealth #publichealth
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
A happy new year from this cutie, who has no business being here on January 1st! Harris County Public Health also identified West Nile Virus in three mosquito pools this week - the latest ever.
Fat monarch caterpillar munches (and poops, sorry) on giant milkweed
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Office of Judge Lina Hidalgo @harriscojudge.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Judge Lina Hidalgo was thrilled to attend the last Wellness on Wheels Event hosted by Harris County Public Health. These mobile events provide our community with opportunities to access breast and cervical cancer screenings, vaccines, dental screenings, and receive referrals to health services.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Car just drove by blasting Starship’s “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” loud enough to be heard inside our house and that’s the energy I’m wishing you to close out the week 🚀
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
stuck behind a train under the watchful eyes of the presidents #hiwi
view from a stopped car: a line of tank cars under an overpass next to David Adickes’s large white sculptures of president heads behind a vine-covered fence
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Harris County’s Domestic Violence Assistance Fund, administered by HCDVCC in partnership with Harris County Public Health, offers flexible financial assistance through 19 partner agencies. The 2024 Annual Report highlights successes: www.hcdvcc.org/wp-content/u...
Flyer with program highlights: 

2024 Domestic Violence Assistance Fund (DVAF)
Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council
(HCDVCC)
Executive Summary
Background
The Domestic Violence Assistance Fund (DVAF), administered by the Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council (HCDVCC), was created in response to growing safety and stability concerns for survivors of domestic violence, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. In partnership with Harris County Commissioners Court, DVAF offers flexible financial support to help survivors address urgent needs, avoid homelessness, and rebuild their lives.
Launched in 2020 and funded initially through CARES and ARPA, DVAF has evolved into a county-funded line item, establishing a model of long-term investment in survivor safety. HCDVCC partners with 19 community organizations to distribute funds across all four precincts in Harris County.
Key Results (2023-2024)
• 2,558 Households Served - 7,317 Individuals reached, including 4,398 children
• 59% of those served were children under 18
• 96% of adult survivors were women; 33% identified as Hispanic
• Top Needs Met: food/basic needs (20%), rental assistance (17%), daily living expenses (17%)
• 50% of survivors had no reported income; 20% experienced homelessness
Flexible, Survivor-Defined Support
DVAF's flexible emergency assistance model allows survivors to receive support directly via gift cards, checks, or ACH payments. This flexibility empowers survivors to determine how best to meet their own safety and stability needs-whether it is paying rent, repairing a vehicle, or purchasing medication.
• 46% of all 2024 DVAF disbursements were in the form of gift cards
• Support included: transportation, childcare, utilities, safety tools, legal fees, and moving costs
"We are safe - this program helps make it safer for our children in our own way."
- SurvivorBack of flyer on purple tablecloth:

Impact Beyond Immediate Needs
DVAF funding has contributed to:
•Increased safety via housing support, legal assistance, and protective tools
•Improved trust between survivors and advocates
•Reduced advocate burnout by offering quick, meaningful ways to assist
•Expanded organizational capacity of grassroots and culturally specific providers
Innovation and Integration
The Domestic Violence High Risk Team (DVHRI: HCDVCC's DVHRT integrated DVAF to help prioritize survivors at risk of homicide by offering housing, safety planning, and financial assistance.
Neurofeedback Initiative: Launched with DVAF support,
this trauma-regulation program provides
nontraditional mental health support. Over 200 sessions have shown improvements in emotional regulation and wellbeing.
Harm Reduction/Violence Prevention Program: This pilot project served 31 IPV offenders. Only 6.5% reoffended vs. a national average of 40-50%, showing early signs of success in reducing violence and recidivism.
Lessons Learned and Leadership
The DVAF model has highlighted the importance of reducing administrative burdens, building infrastructure,
and investing in community-based and culturally specific providers. HCDVCC has
helped partners overcome barriers by streamlining reimbursement and providing tools and mentorship.
A National Model of Survivor-Centered Care
DVAF has been recognized nationally for its equity-centered and trauma-informed approach. A recent case study was featured by the National Safe Housing Alliance and shared with key federal agencies.
"If I had known this kind of help was available, I would have left a long time ago."
- Survivor
Join us in building a safer, stronger Harris CountyDr Leila Wood from UTHealth shares DVAF evaluation approach and initial results Advocate video testimonials describe the impact of DVAF on staff: empowering case managers to find creative solutions for survivors
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
some professional news, as they say:
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 23/08/2025
The HAY Center campus is officially open! With a wraparound services building for life skills classes, counseling, and other supports plus 50 affordable apartments, the campus will support more than 1,000 youth aging out of foster care each year.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
Harris County Public Health is OUT AND ABOUT this weekend: 💉Spring Branch immunizations 🩺 Burnett Bayland sports physicals 👩🏽‍⚕️ Sheldon Health Hub Open House 🐾 Petco Love Mega Adoption event 🚙 HART alternative first responders expanding into HCSO District V
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Harris County Public Health fourth annual violence prevention conference underway, featuring case studies and credible messenger certification tracks 🧡 Hot topic: how to sustain progress as COVID funding expires and families face upcoming reduction in food, healthcare access, and other resources?
Day 1 agenda includes bio of keynote speaker Dr Lance Williams as well as sessions on credible messengers, domestic violence, and community-based transformationDr Lance Williams speaks from the stageDay 2 agenda features bio for keynote speaker David Muhammad and sessions on communication, faith in action, case management, safe gun storage, and more Attendees listen across ballroom decorated in purple and orange
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 29/06/2025
Always a blast to walk the pride parade with St Paul’s UMC 🌈
Marchers in colorful tshirts in front of a sparkly rainbow Jerusalem cross floatPickup truck with rainbow banners and a dayglo poster “this is the gay that the lord has made” (rejoice and be glad in it!)Float heads into downtown Houston to start the parade 

Rainbow y’all means all banner at back
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
How can we make sure as many people are prepared for disasters as possible? Harris County Public Health has formed community-based resilience teams to help share information and build connections to resources. East and Central African community asset mapping underway today:
East African community members discuss around a table Google map displays community assets
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Every five years, Harris County (via @readyharris.bsky.social) prepares a hazard mitigation plan in partnership with dozens of local jurisdictions. New this year: including public health emergency as a critical hazard. Read and comment on the latest version: www.readyharris.org/Contact/Miti...
readyharris.org
Ready Harris
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Harris County Pets is closed to the public for a deep clean today; over 40 volunteers are coming by to take animals outside while staff scrub everything from floor drains to ceiling vents! These kittens will have a cleaner home but they’d rather be home with you :) www.countypets.com #publichealth
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Learning from local and national experts at today’s “Preventing Firearm Injury Through Purpose and Policy 2025” conference at Rice U’s Baker Institute www.bakerinstitute.org/event/preven... #publichealth
Mosaic above Baker Institute entrance highlights aspiration to be “A bridge between the world of ideas and the world of action”Panelists on a podium in front of green Baker Institute backdrop; many attendees in orange, the color of gun violence prevention
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
pew pencils got a glow-up this morning
Rainbow pencils in wooden back-of-pew pocket flank registration cards. One pencil says “St. Paul’s UMC Houston”; other says “All are welcome here!”
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Happy Harris County Bike-to-Work Day! Changes since last year: - Drivers stopped at 11th, Heights, and White Oak crossings 👍 - Spring St trail closed, new Pinckney St connector under construction (thanks @harriscopct2.bsky.social) - I-10 White Oak Bayou project in full swing
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Pope Leo has Koussevitsky running through my head: “the next Beethoven will from Colorado come.” Not at all the same thing but that’s the earworm.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
Proud of Harris County Public Health team sharing knowledge at #PrepSummit25 Featured: - Communications to improve child health, including child care engagement and vaccination campaigns in six languages - Hospital data analysis showing who was impacted where and how by Hurricane Beryl
Smiling public health experts showcase colorful “Improving Health Outcomes in Young Children” posterEpidemiologist describes demographics, geography, and injury types seen in post-storm analysis
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Who’s at NACCHO Preparedness Summit? Come say hi. Listening to presentations from states on data sharing projects with Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response reinforces the need to maintain ASPR functionality as HHS rolls it under CDC. Fiesta pic from last night for attention 🌺
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
This is adorable. Urban (coed!) version could work for a neighborhood, housing complex, or house of worship.
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Office of Judge Lina Hidalgo @harriscojudge.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Judge Hidalgo spoke to the Harris County Maternal & Child Health Care Conference attendees and held a joint press conference with @rodneyellis.bsky.social, and public health experts. In Harris County, we’re improving access to high-quality child care and strengthening maternal health systems.
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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Since 1965, the Harris County Public Health Mosquito and Vector Control Division has worked diligently to protect the health of our residents. Thank you all for six decades of service and for keeping Harris County safe.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
We’re recognizing #NPHW while also taking time to celebrate long-term commitment to disease prevention: 60 years of Mosquito & Vector Control in Harris County!
Commissioner Rodney Ellis gets an intro to the Harris County Public Health mosquito colony from lab team member showcasing bowl of larvae60th anniversary of mosquito and vector control cake!Mosquito & vector control supervisor describes how to “tip, toss, and take action” to minimize mosquito proliferation and impact and prevent the spread of diseaseMosquito and vector control manager describes spraying operations in front of ultra low volume spray truck to Univision reporter
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
If there’s one thing Sackets Harborites do not play about, it’s their school. In a town of 1,400 (double what it was when I was a kid!), the HS marching band punches above its weight nationally, high schoolers provide EMS service through the VFD, and 1,000 protested the removal of these three kids.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 06/04/2025
No better way to kick off National Public Health Week (technically one day early) than by running into our environmental public health team at the HOU BBQ festival. If you enjoyed some brisket, sausage, or pork belly without worrying about getting sick, thank a food inspector! #NPHW
two smiling Harris County Public Health food inspectors - one with clipboard, one with BBQTruth BBQ team serving brisket with bread, pickles, and pickled onions
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Houston Public Media @houstonpublicmedia.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
The Harris County health department said Thursday it’s investigating a reported measles case in a child with no travel history, which would make it the first case in the Houston area this year that is not associated with international travel.
houstonpublicmedia.org
Harris County health officials investigating reported measles case in child with no travel history
The four other measles cases reported in the Houston area this year have been tied to international travel and not the ongoing outbreak in West Texas, where more than 400 cases and one death have been reported.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
decisions, decisions
strip mall restaurant La Pupusa Loka; blue sign with Salvadoran flagTacos el Jaibo in same strip mall; crabs on sign “Con sabor a Tampico!”
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
What do parents of very young children need to know about measles vaccines? @magegordon.bsky.social has the scoop, including insight from the Harris County Public Health immunization team. More info including pop-up vax locations:
publichealth.harriscountytx.gov
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Harris County, it’s a beautiful day for a measles shot. Talk to your provider or call (832) 927-7350 to schedule an appointment. - Kids should get first MMR at 12 months+ and second at age 4-6 - If you were a kid in the 60s, consider getting revaxxed! Locations ⬇️
publichealth.harriscountytx.gov
Public Health > Divisions & Offices > Divisions > Community Health & Wellness Division > Immunization Program > Measles Vaccine Locations In Harris County
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
I’m so excited about this new health hub in NE Harris County offering health screenings, dental services, behavioral health supports, vaccinations, WIC, and chronic disease prevention resources all under one roof. Read more from @emacdonald5.bsky.social: www.houstonchronicle.com/health/artic...
Harris County Public Health team stands under Sheldon Health Hub sign, with red ribbon and giant scissors from ribbon cutting ceremonyI gesture emphatically next to Local Health Authority Dr. Ericka BrownCommissioner @rodneyellis.bsky.social welcomes Sheldon residents to the new health hub Chronic disease prevention team members share healthy recipes and smoothie preparation tips in the demonstration kitchen which will also be used for ongoing classes
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
Standing room only at Natl Assn of Counties immigration panel as construction, ag, child care, and hospitality reps highlight the critical role of immigrants in their industries and the urgent need for immigration reform.
Reps from American Farm Bureau, National Association of Home Builders, Child Care Aware, American Immigration Business Coalition ask for local govt help in driving immigration reform and expanding paths to legal immigration Slide with reform priorities from American Immigration Business Coalition

Need for Reform
• Permanent Solutions for DREAMers
• Long term status for TPS Holders
• Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
• Guest worker visa reform
• H2A - expanded eligibility and year round
• H2B - Increased cap
* Authorization for long term contributors
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
Insights from #NACoLeg: many think “Medicare is for the old, Medicaid is for the poor” yet Medicaid is the primary funder of long-term supports and home-based care services. The proposed $880B cuts to Medicaid would directly impact seniors. www.kff.org/health-polic...
KFF.org screenshot

What Long-term Services and Supports (LTSS) Are Covered by Medicaid?

Most people ages 65 and older and many people under age 65 with disabilities have Medicare, but Medicare does not cover most LTSS; instead, Medicaid is the primary payer for LTSS. LTSS encompass the broad range of paid and unpaid medical and personal care services that assist with activities of daily living (such as eating, bathing, and dressing) and instrumental activities of daily living (such as preparing meals, managing medication, and housekeeping). They are provided to people who need such services because of aging, chronic illness, or disability. These services include nursing facility care, adult daycare programs, home health aide services, personal care services, transportation, and supported employment.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
The measles vaccine is for adults too! If you’re in your 60s, you may have received a vaccine without long-lasting effects. Talk to your provider or call (832) 927-7350 to schedule an immunization appointment at an HCPH clinic near you.
Are You Immune to Measles?
If vaccinated before 1968, check your immunity!

Call (832) 927-7350 to schedule an immunization appointment at an HCPH clinic near you!

Harris County Public Health
Building a Healthy Community
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Have highlighted agenda, will travel. Who is going to NACo legislative conf this weekend? #publichealth
National Association of Counties legislative conference agenda featuring Health Steering Committee Subcommittee sessions, one with with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and one on Safeguarding Support for Home and Community Based Care
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
I can confirm that Harley and Winnie were very good girls at Commissioners Court today. Harris County Pets is on track to spay and neuter more than 6,000 dogs and cats this year - *prevention* is key! Meet Harley and Winnie: 24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/... 24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/...
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
My annual selfie with Albertus Magnus Thanks to the @uh.edu Hobby School for having me over to talk county government, public health, and the Current Situation with MPP and MPA students
Gen Xer in glasses in front of bronze statue of pensive Albertus Magnus
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Proud of our epi team for analyzing impacts of Hurricane Beryl. Insights: children were most affected by CO poisoning, seniors by heat-related illnesses, and all ages experienced storm-related injuries. Harris County has responded by updating our fire code, requiring backup power for nursing homes.
TACCHO conference agenda listing public health topics 

Texas Public Health Update Stephen Pont, MD, MPH
Medical Director, Center for Public Health Policy and Practice
Texas Department of State Health Services

Artificial Intelligence and Public Health
AAron Davis, MPA, MBA,
Director, Center for Public Health Initiatives
Wichita State University

1 Using Emergency Management Software to Collect Real-Time Communicable Disease Data in a Local Health Department
Shannon Gregory, MPH, MBA, CIC, RS
Communicable Disease Program Manager
Amarillo Public Health

2 Leading with Equity: Lessons from the First Phase of Austin Public Health's
Equity Academy
Natalie Goodnow, MFA
Training Specialist Senior
Austin Public Health
Afshan Kamrudin, MPH, Ph.D.
Research Analyst Senior, Office of the Medical Director
Austin Public Health

Assessing Syndromic Surveillance for Elderly Populations in the Aftermath of Hurricane Beryl
Jordan Urrate, MPH
Environmental Epidemiologist
Harris County Public Health

TACCHO Public Health Awards

Healthy Aging: Public Health Challenge
Marcia Ory, PhD, MPH
Regents and Distinguished Professor Texas A&M School of Public Health Center for Community Health & Aging
Junhyoung (Paul) Kim, PhD/CTRS
Associate Professor
Department of Health Behavior
School of Public Health Texas A&M UniversitySpeaker shares slide with updates to Harris County Fire Code
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
ARPA presented a unique opportunity for TX counties to invest in wastewater projects. (Typically only cities, MUDs, and private utilities can do so.) This East Aldine neighborhood has a septic system failure rate of >46%. New infra is sorely needed & is now on the way via @harriscopct2.bsky.social
I’m at a podium sharing public health benefits of the Westfield Estates wastewater project next to Commissioner Adrian GarciaHarris County, East Aldine Mgmt District, and Sunbelt utility reps in hard hats hold shovels and dig symbolic dirt to break ground on this $21M wastewater projectGraphic:
Approximately
700 HOMES
Will benefit was this improvement as they will transition to modern sewer drainage system

Enhancing sanitation, public health, and overall-well being

REVIVE 2 THRIVE
Community Revitalization Initiative
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 20/02/2025
NEW: Pregnancy became far more dangerous in Texas after the state banned abortion, according to ProPublica’s first-of-its-kind analysis, which found the sepsis rate for women hospitalized as they miscarried in the 2nd trimester shot up by more than 50%. propub.li/43487Tj
propub.li
Texas Banned Abortion. Then Sepsis Rates Soared.
ProPublica’s first-of-its-kind analysis is the most detailed look yet into a rise in life-threatening complications for women experiencing pregnancy loss under Texas’ abortion ban.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Amidst 🤯everything😮‍💨 the Texas Association of City and County Health Officials had a productive #txlege visit. 80 staffers & a few members stopped by to grab a donut & learn about public health priorities: - TB control and prevention - Childhood immunization - HIV/STI and congenital syphilis
Harris County Public Health team looking cute in the rotundaTACCHO members stand united in defense of your healthTACCHO priorities flyer 

Tuberculosis Control & Prevention - Texas ranked #2 among U.S. states with the most TB in 2022.
Texas experienced a 12% increase in TB cases from 2022-2023. The number of U.S. tuberculosis cases in 2023 were the highest in a decade and estimate as many as 13 million Americans have latent TB - CDC.

Childhood Immunization Services - One-third of Texas children are not fully protected against seven vaccine preventable diseases and is ranked 43'° in the nation for the percentage of young children who have received timely recommended vaccinations - 2023. Childhood vaccinations across the U.S. fell for a second year in a row, leaving hundreds of thousands of kids vulnerable to otherwise preventable illnesses - 2023.

STI/HIV & Congenital Syphilis - Texas has the second-highest rate of new HIV infections in the country
- 2023. Syphilis cases across Texas rose by 22%, from 2020 to 2022. The number of reported Congenital Syphilis cases in Texas increased by 313% between 2017 and 2021.
Funding for these Public Health Priorities has been stagnant for over a decade.ALL POLITICAL POWER IS INHERENT IN THE PEOPLE AND ALL FREE GOVERNMENTS ARE FOUNDED ON THEIR AUTHORITY
AND INSTITUTED FOR THEIR BENEFIT

FIRST CONSTITUTION, STATE OF TEXAS 1845
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Jamie Smyth @jamiesmythft.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
The Financial Times is recuiting for a Houston correspondent- energy will be a key focus- but also the Texas economy and migration- apply here job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/financialtim...
job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io
Acting Houston Correspondent
Texas
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
10 cases of measles in Gaines County: - All unvaccinated - 8 school-aged children - 7 hospitalized www.texastribune.org/2025/02/08/m... #publichealth #getvaxxed
texastribune.org
Texas reports new measles outbreak in West Texas
The outbreak in Gaines County, with a population of about 22,000, has grown since two cases were reported in January. All those who contracted measles were unvaccinated, health officials said.
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
Making time for health is hard - but Harris County Public Health’s Wellness on Wheels makes things easier with a one-stop-shop. Hundreds of residents stopped by the Community of Faith church today for: - Cancer screenings - Dental checkups - HIV/STI testing - Immunizations - Lead testing & more
Mobile medical unit features two exam rooms for breast exams and cervical cancer screening Resource fair offers information about public health programs, nonprofit partners, and connections to services Individual rooms offer space for lactation, blood lead level testing, benefits enrollment, vaccinations, and HIV/STI testing Chess and a bike rodeo engaged the young and young at heart
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Gun injury prevention is public health. More about the report:
houstonpublicmedia.org
Texans split on abortion issues but united in wanting stricter gun laws, UH poll finds | Houston Public Media
The survey found that nearly 50% of Texans want the Texas Legislature to pass policies that make abortions easier to obtain. When it comes to gun reforms, around 90% of respondents supported stronger ...
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Leah Barton @leahbartonkim.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Sister Maureen O’Connell, director for the Secretariat of Social Concerns of the Archdiocese of Galveston Houston, notes that parish and clinic attendance has dropped in light of recent immigration actions
Sister testifies at Commissioners Court podium
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