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.

The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District’s page was created to facilitate the exchange of information with the general public. The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District welcomes comments and postings related to Health District’s programs, community events, and classes for the residents of the Health District member cities and surrounding communities. The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District reserves the right to regulate the content of this page. While Health District personnel will not edit comments by visitors to this page, the Department reserves the right to delete completely, when necessary and as soon as is feasible, any posting that involves:
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We see you caring for aging parents or family members while also juggling your own kids’ busy schedules, child care, and...
11/23/2025

We see you caring for aging parents or family members while also juggling your own kids’ busy schedules, child care, and household management! Check one more thing off your list and get support by enrolling in WIC. WIC is here and ready to help your family with healthy foods, breastfeeding and peer support, and more; visit www.signupwic.com to find a clinic near you!

PS—thank you for everything you do for your family and loved ones! Your support and hard work don’t go unnoticed! 💖

The Health District will be closed November 27th and 28th for Thanksgiving. We appreciate your understanding and look fo...
11/22/2025

The Health District will be closed November 27th and 28th for Thanksgiving. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you when we reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, December 1st.

Podemos verlo cuidando a sus padres o familiares mayores mientras lidia con las apretadas agendas de sus hijos, el cuida...
11/22/2025

Podemos verlo cuidando a sus padres o familiares mayores mientras lidia con las apretadas agendas de sus hijos, el cuidado de los niños y las tareas del hogar. Inscríbase en el WIC, obtenga ayuda y tache una cosa más de su lista. El WIC está aquí para ayudar a su familia con alimentos saludables, lactancia materna, apoyo entre pares y mucho más. Visite www.signupwic.com para encontrar una clínica cercana.

P.D.: ¡Gracias por todo lo que hace por su familia y sus seres queridos! ¡Su apoyo y esfuerzo no pasan desapercibidos! 💖

AMERICAN DIABETES MONTH: People with diabetes are more likely to get sick from illnesses like the flu. Stay up to date o...
11/22/2025

AMERICAN DIABETES MONTH: People with diabetes are more likely to get sick from illnesses like the flu. Stay up to date on the vaccines recommended for people with diabetes to help you stay healthy. Visit diabetes.org for more information.

The Health District is participating in the City of Waco's United Way donation campaign. Team members who drop off their...
11/22/2025

The Health District is participating in the City of Waco's United Way donation campaign. Team members who drop off their pledge form, regardless of amount, are entered into a drawing, and we'll continue weekly drawings until the campaign ends. Congratulations to Clare, our third drawing winner!

Lung cancer deaths are projected to increase from 1.82 million to 3.24 million by 2045. We must act now—education, early...
11/22/2025

Lung cancer deaths are projected to increase from 1.82 million to 3.24 million by 2045. We must act now—education, early detection, and increased access to screening are essential to change this trajectory.
🫁 Together, we can make a difference.

Although each individual is unique, experts have identified common warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, including:• Mem...
11/22/2025

Although each individual is unique, experts have identified common warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, including:
• Memory loss, especially of recent events, names, places, and other new information
• Confusion about time and place
• Struggling to complete familiar tasks such as brushing one’s teeth
• Trouble finding appropriate words, for example, in a sentence
• Difficulties in judging situations
• Changes in mood and personality
More than 6.9 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's.
➡️ More information: alzfdn.org

📢 Your opinion matters!Take our quick online survey today and help guide the future of health programs in Waco-McLennan ...
11/20/2025

📢 Your opinion matters!
Take our quick online survey today and help guide the future of health programs in Waco-McLennan County. 💬
👉 Survey: https://qrs.ly/x6gfgey
Every response helps us better serve our community. 🩺🌟

🧶 Join us for a relaxing and creative evening at our Free Craft Night tonight, November 20th! Whether you’re a seasoned ...
11/20/2025

🧶 Join us for a relaxing and creative evening at our Free Craft Night tonight, November 20th! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking to try something new, this is a perfect opportunity to unwind, connect, and get creative. This is a free event brought to you by the Healthy Women & Children Coalition. ☕
Register here: https://bit.ly/48waBfU


Acompáñanos a pasar una tarde divertida y creativa en nuestra Noche de Manualidades Gratis hoy. ¡No importa si ya te enc...
11/20/2025

Acompáñanos a pasar una tarde divertida y creativa en nuestra Noche de Manualidades Gratis hoy. ¡No importa si ya te encantan las manualidades o si solo quieres probar algo nuevo, ven a relajarte, convivir y crear algo lindo! Este evento es gratuito y está organizado por la Coalición de Mujeres y Niños Saludables. 🧶☕
Regístrese aquí: https://bit.ly/48waBfU

Subscribe to the Waco-McLennan Public Health quarterly newsletter to stay updated on local health news. Visit our websit...
11/20/2025

Subscribe to the Waco-McLennan Public Health quarterly newsletter to stay updated on local health news. Visit our website, waco-texas.com/health, and scroll down to "Helpful Information" to subscribe.

Address

225 W. Waco Drive
Waco, TX
76702

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12547505450

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