News
March 17, 2022
(Austin) — Central Health will break ground on two new community health centers in Eastern Travis County, fulfilling a commitment made to Travis County residents to expand access to care in historically underserved communities. Family friendly groundbreaking celebrations are scheduled at the site of the planned clinics in Hornsby Bend on March 26, and in […]
February 24, 2022
(Austin) – The Central Health board of managers voted Wednesday to adopt an Equity-focused Service Delivery Strategic Plan, which will guide the immediate and long-term work of the healthcare district to improve health and reduce inequities for Travis County’s low-income population. Central Health patients face extreme poverty, higher unemployment, and severe social inequities that prevent […]
Honoring Black History Month: Central Health is Building a Better, More Equitable Health Care System
February 24, 2022
By Dr. Charles E. Bell In February, Central Health will adopt a new Equity-focused Service Delivery Strategic Plan, which will serve as a blueprint for building a better health care system in Travis County for people who are uninsured and have low incomes. Adoption of the strategic plan coincides with Black History Month’s 2022 theme: […]
February 10, 2022
Travis County Healthcare District Hires Renowned Dell Med Physicians and Faculty (Austin) – Central Health, the local healthcare district, is expanding its clinical practices to serve a growing number of people with low income in Travis County. Central Health is hiring two more physicians, Dr. Audrey Kuang and Dr. Jewel Mullen, to join its new […]
February 6, 2022
The City of Austin has issued a citywide boil water notice. City of Austin water customers should boil tap water for at least two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. Do not take medications with tap water unless it has been boiled. This boil water notice could last for several days. Water Distribution […]
February 2, 2022
Patients encouraged to be medically prepared Severe weather is forecast for Central Texas overnight, bringing the coldest temperatures so far this winter and the possibility of freezing rain and sleet, impacting services provided by Central Health and affiliated CommUnityCare Health Centers. Additional updates will be announced as the situation develops. Refer to this website and […]
February 1, 2022
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the Austin area beginning Wednesday. The National Weather Service is predicting a very strong arctic cold front will move through Central Texas starting Wednesday afternoon and evening – the coldest so far this winter – bringing freezing temperatures and possibly a wintry mix of freezing rain and […]
January 28, 2022
(Austin) – The Austin City Council unanimously approved on Jan. 27 the Central Health Equity Policy Council’s recommendations to address equity-centered disaster planning, response, and recovery efforts. Sponsored by City Council Member Mackenzie Kelly and co-sponsored by Council Members Vanessa Fuentes, Ann Kitchen, and Leslie Pool, the resolution directs city staff to incorporate the City […]
January 11, 2022
The open enrollment period ends Jan. 15, 2022 (Austin) – As the deadline to enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace approaches this Saturday, Central Health is urging Travis County residents to sign up for coverage. Central Health has continued the practice of working with Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) and SIMS Foundation to offer […]
December 29, 2021
In-person eligibility interviews suspended in response to Omicron variant (Austin) – Central Health is suspending in-person eligibility appointments for Medical Access Program (MAP) applicants to reduce exposure to the highly contagious Omicron variant. Central Health MAP eligibility specialists are currently contacting everyone with an existing eligibility appointment to conduct their interviews over the phone. Applicants […]