Harbor Health

09/01/2026

We're proud to announce that Harbor Health is a Best of ATX Winner in the Family Medicine Practice category! 🎉

We placed second and can't thank Austin American-Statesman and Austin Monthly enough for putting together such a stacked category. It's an honor to be named among such a hardworking group of providers serving Central Texas.

Congratulations to all the other nominees and winners, and thank you to everyone who voted for us. Your recognition means everything as we work every day to keep this community healthy.

08/31/2026

Back-to-school isn't just about school supplies and physicals. It's a good time to reset your own habits too. 🎒

Kids take their cues from you, so the routines you build for yourself (sleep, meals, movement) tend to shape theirs. Here are a few simple, realistic ways to ease the whole family back into the school year, without chasing perfection.

Swipe through, and remember, small habits you actually stick to beat a perfect routine you can't keep up. 💙

08/25/2026

Sweating it out at the gym might feel like the right move, but your heart might have a different opinion. If you have a heart condition, there are smarter ways to stay fit.

Learn what our cardiologist Dr. Benzing recommends, and get started on a workout routine that actually works for your health. Read the full story https://bit.ly/4xmDLI9

08/24/2026

Vaccines aren't just a kid thing. 💉

August is a good time to check where everyone in your household stands, not just the back-to-school crowd. Preteens may need HPV or meningitis vaccines, adults often need boosters, and seniors should be thinking about shingles, RSV, and pneumococcal protection.

Most immunizations are covered by insurance, so there's rarely a reason to put them off. Not sure what's due? Your Harbor Health provider can pull your records and tell you exactly what's missing.

📍 Schedule your visit today: https://bit.ly/4fXy4Jb

08/17/2026

Your primary care visit is about more than a checkup, it's your chance to actually advocate for your health. These four questions cover the areas that matter most for women's health, and the right primary care team will actually take the time to answer them, not rush you out the door.

Read more about these questions in our blog or find a provider near you: https://bit.ly/3RTuI1U

08/12/2026

One of our family nurse practitioners gave us a few examples of the kinds of questions she loves getting:

💬 "What's my next screening, even a decade from now?" (Family history can move things up sooner than you'd think.)
💬 "I want to cut back on smoking or drinking, does Harbor Health have resources for that?"
💬 "My blood pressure is borderline right now, what can I do before it turns into something I need medication for?"

Curiosity is a good thing here. The earlier you ask, the more options you have, and our care team loves to answer.

08/03/2026

We're excited to be exhibiting at the 2026 Austin SHRM Annual Conference, August 6–7! Stop by Booth 13 to meet our team and learn how Harbor Health is helping employers give their employees better access to the care they need.

Not attending? There's still time to register here https://bit.ly/4w5hfSL or reach out to our team anytime to talk about your organization's needs.

07/28/2026

Big news! Harbor Health insurance plans are expanding across the state, and that means more Texans get access to our integrated coverage and clinical care model designed to keep them healthier and cost less. We now offer our Large Employer Insurance solutions across 25 Texas counties in these four metro areas:

Austin
Dallas-Ft. Worth
San Antonio
El Paso

Harbor’s Individual and Family plans will be options on the Health Insurance Marketplace starting November 1, 2026 and effective January 1, 2027 across 13 Texas counties in these five areas:

Austin
Dallas-Fort Worth
San Antonio
Houston
El Paso

Plus, we've officially completed the integration of our newest clinics (formerly Village Medical), tripling our clinical team across these expanded areas.

More doctors. More access. Same mission: better care, without the runaround.
Read all about our expansion:
https://bit.ly/4hzf8CL

07/22/2026

How much water do you really need in a Texas summer?

If you wait until you're extremely thirsty to start drinking, your body is already falling behind. In the blistering Texas heat, losing just 2% of your body's fluids can quickly trigger fatigue, brain fog, and heat exhaustion.

Get expert recommendations on how to calculate your fluid intake and more advice on staying ahead of dehydration in our newest blog.

During a hot Texas summer, managing heat can be a daily reality, especially if you’re spending any time outdoors. Staying properly hydrated isn’t just about quenching your thirst, but it’s vital to keep your organs functioning properly and your brain sharp. It’s best to understand what’s h...

07/16/2026

Don't let the summer sun harm your health. During UV Safety Awareness Month, check out sunscreen tips from family nurse practitioner Diane Plas.