Health News in Plainview . Texas

11/04/2025

Join us for the semi-annual blood drive at Unger Memorial Library, held in partnership with Vitalant.

November 24 | 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM
November 25 | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: Unger Memorial Library
To schedule a time, call 296-1148. Walk-ins are welcome too!

🩸 Give the gift of life this November! 🩸

10/29/2025

10/29/2025

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10/23/2025

Needing outpatient substance use treatment services for youth, ages 13-17? Contact our office for more information.

10/23/2025

10/18/2025

10/17/2025

10/13/2025

🦇Bat Safety Alert

There have been confirmed cases of rabid bats in Lubbock and Amarillo. If you see a bat, alive or deceased, DO NOT TOUCH IT. Contact the Plainview Animal Shelter immediately.

10/02/2025

Posted on: October 2, 2025
Flu Shots Available
Flu shot
The Plainview-Hale Co. Health Department urges residents, especially those at higher risk of serious flu complications, to get their annual flu shot. Vaccination remains the most effective way to reduce the spread of influenza and its potentially severe consequences.

It takes approximately two weeks after vaccination for the body to develop protective antibodies, so early vaccination is key as flu season approaches.

Flu shots are currently available at the Plainview-Hale Co. Health Department and community members are encouraged to come in and get vaccinated.

For more information, visit the CDC's Who Needs a Flu Vaccine:

Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exceptions.