October 2021
THI Observes Indigenous Peoples’ Day this October 11
In honor and recognition of the rich history, culture and contributions of Indigenous People in shaping our nation, Texas Health Institute (THI) officially observes Indigenous Peoples’ Day this October 11—and
October 2021
National Primary Care Week: October 4-7, 2021
“Primary Care Is Primary” in Addressing Systemic Issues of Health Care Inequities, High Costs, and Lack of Access. Stephanie Ondrias Chief Convening and Education Officer Texas Health Institute Primary care,
August 2021
August Provides a “Twofer” for Vaccine Information and Education
The Immunization Partnership Staff August is National Immunization Awareness Month and we are featuring a guest blog from The Immunization Partnership, who distributes resources to promote adult and child vaccinations
July 2021
In the Eye of Hurricane Season
August 25th marks the fourth anniversary of Hurricane Harvey slamming into Rockport, Texas- most people will remember the devastating rainfall.
June 2021
How Advocates Brought Dental Access to Medicaid Adults
As the executive director at the Coalition of Texans with Disabilities (CTD), I interact with many people with disabilities. Poor oral health is endemic and obvious, particularly among adults with
June 2021
Public Comment for Texas’ Request to Extend Medicaid 1115 Waiver
As you have likely heard by now, Texas will be refiling with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) a request to extend the uncompensated care pool part of
May 2021
Behavioral Health in the Wake of COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic of 2020-2021 has had a profound impact on the mental health and well-being of Texans, as well as the rest of the US. The pandemic highlighted the
April 2021
Centering Equity in the COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
Emerging Strategies for Reaching Communities of Color Nadia Siddiqui, MPHChief Health Equity OfficerTexas Health Institute April is National Minority Health Month, and this year’s theme sponsored by the HHS Office of
March 2021
Q&A with Dr. Philip Huang
Dr. Philip Huang, Director and Health Authority for the Dallas County Health and Human Services Department, recently spoke with Texas Health Institute about the continued need for preventive measures against COVID-19,
February 2021
Regional Sense-Making in Community Health
Translating evidence and ideas, or “sense-making,” is a core competency of Texas Health Institute (THI) as the state’s public health institute. The Community Health team’s work over multiple projects in