Waco-McLennan County Public Health District

Waco-McLennan County Public Health District The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District strives for public health excellence and innovation while advocating for community health and wellness.

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Acompáñenos en La Puerta para una serie mensual de programas impartidos en español por uno de los miembros de nuestro eq...
06/08/2026

Acompáñenos en La Puerta para una serie mensual de programas impartidos en español por uno de los miembros de nuestro equipo de educación para la salud. Este mes, el programa «Hipertensión» se llevará a cabo el 10 de junio. El Distrito de Salud se enorgullece de colaborar con La Puerta para brindar recursos educativos a la comunidad hispanohablante del condado de Waco-McLennan.

Things that put people at risk for heart disease include having high blood pressure, being overweight or obese, eating a...
06/08/2026

Things that put people at risk for heart disease include having high blood pressure, being overweight or obese, eating an unhealthy diet, not exercising, drinking too much alcohol, and having diabetes. Take care of yourself and your heart. 🙍‍♂️❤️



Entre los factores que ponen a las personas en riesgo de padecer enfermedades cardíacas se incluyen tener presión arterial alta, tener sobrepeso u obesidad, llevar una dieta poco saludable, no hacer ejercicio, consumir alcohol en exceso y tener diabetes. Cuídate a ti mismo y a tu corazón. 🙍‍♂️❤️

Vital Statistics will be closed from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, for a staff meeting. We apologize for the...
06/08/2026

Vital Statistics will be closed from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, for a staff meeting. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to serving you when we reopen at 3:30 p.m.

Sometimes we each need a little extra help - money for an overdue bill, another set of hands for a task, a shoulder to l...
06/07/2026

Sometimes we each need a little extra help - money for an overdue bill, another set of hands for a task, a shoulder to lean on, or maybe just some groceries.

The Shepherd's Heart and Waco-McLennan Public Health are here to help with those groceries. We've partnered to provide mobile food distribution — no need to get out of your car! Just drive through and pick up fresh food, fast and easy. 🚗 🥕 🥦

Get the grocery help you need Saturday, June 27th, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Waco-McLennan Public Health parking lot — 225 West Waco Drive.

The Shepherd's Heart and Waco-McLennan Public Health — working together to feed our community with compassion. 🤝🏽

Bingocize, a FREE health program that combines Bingo with inclusive exercises for everyone, is starting up a new session...
06/07/2026

Bingocize, a FREE health program that combines Bingo with inclusive exercises for everyone, is starting up a new session for adults 55 and over on July 1st. Join us on Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Woodway Family Center to play Bingo, meet new people, and learn about nutrition!
☎️ Call (254)772-7491 to register!

For this month's Bloom & Grow, join us for a fun and creative workshop where you'll learn the basics of using a Glowforg...
06/07/2026

For this month's Bloom & Grow, join us for a fun and creative workshop where you'll learn the basics of using a Glowforge laser cutter and paint a beautiful spring design! Discover essential skills to create amazing projects while getting hands-on experience safely.
📅 Tuesday, June 23
⌚ 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
📍 Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center (300 N MLK Blvd)
📋 Register: https://bit.ly/48waBfU



¡Para el «Bloom & Grow» de este mes, acompáñanos en un taller divertido y creativo donde aprenderás los conceptos básicos para usar una cortadora láser Glowforge y pintar un hermoso diseño de primavera! Descubre las habilidades esenciales para crear proyectos increíbles de forma segura y adquirir experiencia práctica.
📅 martes 23 de junio
⌚ 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
📍 Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center (300 N MLK Blvd)
📋 Registro: https://bit.ly/48waBfU

Warm weather ✅ Fresh, in-season fruit for your berry-loving toddler ✅Using your WIC fruit and vegetable benefits to boos...
06/07/2026

Warm weather ✅
Fresh, in-season fruit for your berry-loving toddler ✅
Using your WIC fruit and vegetable benefits to boost your produce budget ✅

Learn more about the latest WIC food package updates that allow for more flexibility and personalized options to fit your family’s needs: https://bit.ly/4ulsSE9

Clima cálido ✅ Fruta fresca de estación para su bebé amante de las bayas ✅ Usar sus beneficios de frutas y verduras del ...
06/07/2026

Clima cálido ✅
Fruta fresca de estación para su bebé amante de las bayas ✅
Usar sus beneficios de frutas y verduras del WIC para hacer rendir más su presupuesto de compras ✅

Obtenga más información sobre las últimas actualizaciones del paquete de alimentos del WIC que permiten mayor flexibilidad y opciones personalizadas para adaptarse a las necesidades de su familia: https://bit.ly/4ulsSE9

🌟 Together, we can make a difference. 🌟Take a few minutes to complete our online survey and share your thoughts about he...
06/06/2026

🌟 Together, we can make a difference. 🌟
Take a few minutes to complete our online survey and share your thoughts about health in Waco-McLennan County. 🩺
👉 Survey: https://qrs.ly/x6gfgey
Your voice helps shape the services and support we provide. 💬

At WIC, we know that screen time and digital devices are a big concern for families. 👪 The American Academy of Pediatric...
06/06/2026

At WIC, we know that screen time and digital devices are a big concern for families. 👪 The American Academy of Pediatrics has recently updated its recommended guidelines on digital media to prevent potentially harmful effects on your family's health, safety, and well-being!

📱The suggests several recommendations to support your family’s healthy use of technology:
✅Create a family technology plan and set boundaries on digital media.
✅Delay use of personal tablets.
✅Watch and play alongside your children to monitor digital content.
✅Use parental controls.

Check out the full article from the AAP, which provides even more recommendations and resources, such as a “Phone Ready questionnaire” and sample conversation starters about media: https://bit.ly/49N61ZI

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225 W. Waco Drive
Waco, TX
76702

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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