Press Releases

The Austin Business Journal has recognized Dr. Thomas Coopwood, chairperson of the Central Health Board of Managers, with its prestigious Health Care Heroes Special Achievement Award. Dr. Coopwood received the honor at the annual Health Care Heroes Awards ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 11, which recognizes “individuals, organizations and companies for their contributions to improving health […]

As expected, Central Health has obtained financing for two new health care facilities through the issuance of certificates of obligation. In addition, Standard & Poor’s assigned the organization a AAA credit rating, the highest possible. Central Health is financing $16 million in health center expansions in order to continue increasing access to primary care. Of […]

The Central Health Board of Managers approved the organization’s fiscal year 2012 budget on Wednesday, Sept. 14. The Travis County Commissioners Court is expected to approve the budget on Tuesday, Sept. 20. The following are highlights of Central Health’s fiscal year 2012 operating budget: Includes a total tax rate of 7.89 cents per $100 of […]

Central Health, in partnership with the Austin Area Research Organization, has released a new white paper entitled Health and Health Care Trends & Innovations in Central Texas, which asks and answers the question: Why care about health and health care in Central Texas? This white paper provides a snapshot of where Central Texas presently stands […]

The Central Health Board of Managers has named new officers for the upcoming 2012 calendar year. Beginning January 1, 2012, Rosie Mendoza will serve as Board Chairperson. Frank Rodriguez was named Vice-Chairperson. Brenda Coleman-Beattie was appointed Treasurer. Anthony Haley has been named Secretary. The full board voted to confirm all nominees on Wednesday, Dec. 14. […]

One location offers farm produce, free cooking, nutrition, and exercise classes (Austin, TX.) — The Central Health Southeast Health & Wellness Center is welcoming the Montopolis neighborhood’s first-ever farm stand — Farmshare Austin’s Fresh for Less Mobile Market – that will sell fresh produce at affordable prices. It’s also Farmshare Austin’s first farm stand to […]

Local musicians say having insurance gives them peace of mind; allows them to focus on their crafts (Austin) – Despite political uncertainty surrounding the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Central Health is continuing its efforts to help low-income and uninsured Travis County residents enroll in health care coverage. People like Ghislaine Jean, an award-winning Austin musician […]

The Central Health Board of Managers approved on Wednesday, Jan. 18 a contract with St. David’s Medical Center to assume provision of services previously offered through the Austin Women’s Hospital (AWH). The contract, totaling $480,000, is effective on Monday, Jan. 23 and extends through September. The contract may be extended for three, one-year terms, at […]

Austin, TX—February 20, 2012—Central Health and CommUnityCare will officially celebrate the grand opening of the newly-constructed North Central Health Center located at 1210 West Braker Lane on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. with a brief ribbon cutting ceremony and tours of the environmentally friendly building. Special guest speakers will include State Senator Kirk […]

Central Health was named the Healthiest Employer in Central Texas among small businesses by the Austin Business Journal at an awards ceremony on Friday, Feb. 24. The Austin Business Journal annually honors the “most outstanding health and wellness programs created and implemented by local companies”. Awards were given in three categories; small, medium and large […]