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Published March 7, 2024

Harris County Public Health announces Wellness on Wheels dates, free pet vaccinations By Community Impact

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Harris County Public Health announced the first Wellness on Wheels event is coming to Precinct 2 on March 9. The event will take place at the Deputy Darren Almendarez Community Center, and guests will have access to free health screenings as well as free pet services. (Courtesy Pexels/Gustavo Fring)

Harris County Public Health will be hosting a free mobile health services initiative called Wellness on Wheels, which aims to increase access to services among communities officials deem a priority.

What residents should know

Details for the first event were announced by HCPH in a news release.Attendees will have access to the following free services:
  • Breast and cervical cancer screenings
  • Vaccinations
  • Dental screenings, including fluoride applications for children
  • HIV and sexually transmitted infection testing
  • Lead poisoning testing
  • Health service referrals
Pet owners will also be able to utilize the following services:
  • Vaccinations
  • Microchipping with a two-pet limit per household
  • Low-cost adoptions
Future dates in other precincts were also announced.
  • Harris County Precinct 1: June 8
  • Harris County Precinct 3: Aug. 3
  • Harris County Precinct 4: Dec. 7
How we got here

Harris County commissioners passed the new initiative during a Feb. 27 court meeting.

The details

HCPH will be working with two organizations to complete the program this year.
  • The Common Market: a Houston nonprofit that distributes family-owned farm products to organizations across the region, according to its website
  • The Rose: a Texas-based nonprofit focused on breast health care




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Source: www.communityimpact.com

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