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 H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information 

Swine Influenza is currently in the news.  We have compiled a variety of resources that may be helpful for individuals and professionals.  At this time twenty-three confirmed cases of H1N1 flu have been identified in Galveston County. 
Visit our
H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) page for information.

Public Health Heroes

At the GCHD observance of National Public Health Week April 8th at Mall of the Mainland, Hurricane Ike Public Health Heroes were recognized. Recipients were honored for their assistance to the District in meeting the public health needs of Galveston County and cities after Hurricane Ike.
Left to Right: Don Kemp, Galveston Co. Sheriff’s Office; Dr. Mark Guidry, CEO, GCHD; Lloyd Rinderer, City of Galveston, Lynda Guidry, Guidry News; Jim Guidry, Guidry News; David Loop, Crystal Beach Volunteer Fire Department; accepting from Caroline Dorsett, Galveston Island Humane Society, Cathy Conlon-Townsend; Bill Kerber, City of Kemah; Myrna Reingold, Galveston County; Joe Sullivan, R.Ph., Sullivan Pharmacy; Raymond Turner, DSHS; Dr. Ted Zompa, West Isle Urgent Care; Tim Turner, WCID #8. Not pictured: James Yarbrough, Galveston County Judge; Clint Brown, Precinct 7 Deputy Constable; Brent Walker, Galveston Co. Sheriff’s Office.

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Childhood Lead Poisoninglead poisoning is harmful to your child

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Protection urged against West Nile virus
Health Boards Welcome New Members and Officers
Getting "Hurricane Ready" for your Health
4C’s Begins Saturday Walk-in Clinic
Second probable case of H1N1 in Galveston County
First probable case of H1N1 in Galveston County
Planning for the Possibility of a Swine Flu Pandemic
Health District releases 2008 Annual Report
What you Need to Know about Animal Bites
Celebrating Public Health Partners & Heroes
Meningitis Awareness
Good news and precautions about hurricane sediment
Rebuilding Lead Safe
Final Resolution Access to Healthcare
Childhood Lead Poisoning
   
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