Press Release Archive
January 28, 2022
(Austin) – The Austin City Council unanimously approved on Jan. 27 the Central Health Equity Policy Council’s recommendations to address equity-centered disaster planning, response, and recovery efforts. Sponsored by City […]
January 11, 2022
The open enrollment period ends Jan. 15, 2022 (Austin) – As the deadline to enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace approaches this Saturday, Central Health is urging Travis County residents […]
December 29, 2021
In-person eligibility interviews suspended in response to Omicron variant (Austin) – Central Health is suspending in-person eligibility appointments for Medical Access Program (MAP) applicants to reduce exposure to the highly […]
December 20, 2021
Following the recommendation of the Central Health Nominations Subcommittee, the Board of Managers voted to name as officers for 2022: Chairperson Dr. Charles Bell, Vice-Chairperson Dr. Cynthia Brinson, and Treasurer […]
December 16, 2021
‘Voice of the Community’ key component of systems planning initiative; community survey available now (Austin) – Central Health is leading an initiative to create a high-functioning, patient- and equity-focused health […]
November 10, 2021
10,000+ people experiencing homelessness are served annually through Central Health’s Medical Access Program (MAP) (Austin) – Central Health is increasing funding to support health care for people experiencing homelessness by […]
November 10, 2021
Booster shots available for age 65+ and other eligible patients; Pfizer vaccines available for all children ages 5 through 11 (Austin) – Central Health-affiliated CommUnityCare Health Centers is now administering […]
October 29, 2021
(Austin) –Central Health is urging residents to take advantage of free local assistance to help them enroll in the health insurance they deserve. Beginning Monday, Nov.1, the Health Insurance Marketplace will […]
October 20, 2021
(Austin) – Central Health is launching a new program called the Community Healthcare Initiative Fund (CHIF) to support community groups, nonprofits, and private businesses working to address health inequities among […]
September 22, 2021
(Austin) – The Travis County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, Sept. 21, voted unanimously to approve Central Health’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 budget and tax rate to pay for health care […]