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Free Narcan is now available through five vending machines across Hidalgo County.Today, we officially kicked off this in...
09/08/2026

Free Narcan is now available through five vending machines across Hidalgo County.

Today, we officially kicked off this initiative with the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force and Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas. The first machine has been operating at the Hidalgo County Adult Probation Office since November 2025. Four additional machines are now available at our clinics in Edinburg, McAllen, Weslaco and Elsa.

An opioid overdose can happen to anyone, including someone taking prescription opioids or unknowingly exposed to fentanyl. Naloxone can help reverse an opioid overdose, but it does not replace emergency medical care. Call 911 immediately after administering it.

Naloxone is provided at no cost through Naloxone Texas with federal funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. We ask residents to take only what they need so supplies remain available for others.

Find a vending machine or request free naloxone for pickup or delivery:
https://www.hchd.org/266/Opioid-Overdose-Surveillance

❤️ September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a great reminder that preventive care is the best way to protect y...
09/07/2026

❤️ September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a great reminder that preventive care is the best way to protect your long-term wellness. A simple blood test like the Wellness Screen gives you clear insight into your health, helping you take proactive steps toward a longer, vibrant life.

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

Happy World Field Epidemiology Day! 🎸🔥We want to give a shoutout to our team of rockstars who track disease trends, inve...
09/07/2026

Happy World Field Epidemiology Day! 🎸🔥

We want to give a shoutout to our team of rockstars who track disease trends, investigate outbreaks, and stop the spread within our community. To our local crew and all the epidemiology teams across the country, you all truly rock!

💙 ¡Es el Mes Nacional de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Próstata! 💙La prueba de PSA (Antígeno Prostático Específico)...
09/04/2026

💙 ¡Es el Mes Nacional de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Próstata! 💙

La prueba de PSA (Antígeno Prostático Específico) mide los niveles de PSA en la sangre para detectar cambios en la próstata de manera temprana, a menudo incluso antes de que aparezcan los síntomas. La detección precoz puede salvar vidas. No espere a que aparezcan los síntomas.

📞 Llame al (956) 292-7765 para programar su cita. Se aceptan pacientes sin cita previa. No se admiten pacientes sin cita después de las 11:30 a. m. o de las 3:30 p. m.

‼️ ¿Sabía que el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Hidalgo ofrece consultas médicas sin costo?‼️ Ahora, con la tecnol...
09/04/2026

‼️ ¿Sabía que el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Hidalgo ofrece consultas médicas sin costo?‼️

Ahora, con la tecnología de OnMed CareStation, puedes recibir atención primaria de manera virtual y privada en nuestra clínica de McAllen.

Lo que debes saber:
• No necesitas seguro médico
• Disponible para mayores de 2 años
• Solo necesitas una identificación con foto
• Atención para resfriados, dolor de cabeza, presión arterial y más
📍 300 E. Hackberry Ave., McAllen, TX
🕐 Lunes a viernes | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Compártelo con tu familia y amigos y ayúdanos a cuidar a nuestra comunidad.
Más información: https://www.hchd.org/276/OnMed-CareStation | (956) 383-6221

📢 New World Screwworm (NWS) Weekly UpdateAs of Wednesday, September 2, 2026, there are no confirmed cases of New World S...
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.

⚠️ Think your animal may have New World screwworm? Act quickly.If you notice suspicious wounds or signs of infestation:✔...
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

Our offices (including our clinics and laboratory) will be closed on Monday, September 7th for Labor Day. Regular busin...
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.

✨ **Healthy Starts Here!** ✨Today is the **first day** of our FREE Eating Smart Being Active class in the City of Pharr!...
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! 🌱

💙 It's National Prostate Cancer Awareness month! 💙 A PSA (Prostate - Specific Antigen) test measures PSA levels in your ...
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.

Address

1304 S 25th Avenue
Edinburg, TX
78542

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19563836221

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