Hidalgo County Health & Human Services

09/03/2026

📢 New World Screwworm (NWS) Weekly Update

As of Wednesday, September 2, 2026, there are no confirmed cases of New World Screwworm in Hidalgo County. Across Texas, 2 active cases and 43 inactive cases are currently reported.

Monitoring continues across the state, and we will continue sharing weekly updates to help keep our community informed.

View this week’s report below and visit our NWS webpage for additional information and resources.

09/03/2026

⚠️ Think your animal may have New World screwworm? Act quickly.

If you notice suspicious wounds or signs of infestation:
✔ Isolate the affected animal from others when possible.
✔ Contact your veterinarian immediately.
✔ Report suspected cases to the Texas Animal Health Commission.
✔ Do not ignore wounds, early treatment can help prevent serious complications.

Prompt reporting supports rapid response efforts and helps protect animals throughout our region.

Learn more at hidalgocounty.us/NWS

📞 Texas Animal Health Commission: 800-550-8242

09/02/2026

Our offices (including our clinics and laboratory) will be closed on Monday, September 7th for Labor Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8th.

09/01/2026

✨ **Healthy Starts Here!** ✨

Today is the **first day** of our FREE Eating Smart Being Active class in the City of Pharr! 🌱

Learn simple ways to make healthier food choices and incorporate more activity into your everyday life.

📅 **Tuesdays & Thursdays**
⏰ **5:30–6:30 PM**
📍 **Pharr Development & Research Center**
850 W Dicker Rd, Pharr, TX 78577

**Can’t make it today? No worries!** You can still join us at an upcoming class. 💚

Come plant healthy habits with us this season! 🌱

09/01/2026

💙 It's National Prostate Cancer Awareness month! 💙

A PSA (Prostate - Specific Antigen) test measures PSA levels in your blood to screen for prostate changes early - often before symptoms even appear. Early detection can save lives. Don't wait for symptoms to show up.

📞 Call (956) 292-7765 to schedule your appointment. Walk-ins welcome. No walk-ins after 11:30am or 3:30pm.

08/31/2026

💜 International Overdose Awareness Day

Overdose can affect anyone, and knowing what to do can save a life.

Take a moment to watch our video and learn how to properly use **Narcan (naloxone)**.

Know the signs. Know how to respond. Save a life. 💜

08/29/2026

Para obtener más información sobre el programa o para saber si califica para una prueba gratuita, llame al 956-318-2426 de lunes a viernes, de 8:00am a 5:00pm.

08/28/2026

As we prepare for STAHC 2027, we want to hear from you! Your feedback will help us identify emerging challenges, needs, and training priorities across our region.

Public health, emergency management, healthcare, public safety, first responders, and all regional partners—scan the QR code and share your input. Your feedback will help shape the sessions, workshops, and discussions at STAHC 2027!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZ-UZXDfODVI1dtbT4x0ZMbwsYHmFOH5h9EkjPU2iWPahehA/viewform?usp=header

08/28/2026

🔬 Meet Amy Gonzalez, our Lead Epidemiologist!
Amy plays an important role in protecting the health of Hidalgo County by helping investigate disease outbreaks, monitor health threats, and keep our community informed.

We’re proud to have Amy and our dedicated epidemiology team working every day to protect the health of our community. ❤️

Learn more about Amy’s journey and her work in public health: Read the full story from South Texas College

South Texas College Dual Credit alumna Amy Gonzalez serves as lead epidemiologist for Hidalgo County, where she leads efforts to investigate diseases, respond to health threats and educate the community.

08/27/2026

Did you know that Hidalgo County offers affordable lab tests?

At the Hidalgo County Public Health Laboratory in Edinburg, you can get lab work without a doctor’s order, with prices starting at just $10. Tests include: cholesterol, blood sugar, diabetes, thyroid health, anemia and more!

Services are available to all Hidalgo County residents. Walk-ins are welcome, or call 956-292-7765 to schedule an appointment.

Hidalgo County Public Health Laboratory
1211 S. 28th Ave., Edinburg, TX 78542

View the full list of services and prices: https://www.hchd.org/285/Lab-Fee-Schedule