What this is
Harris County teams up with UT Health to offer free diabetes education classes and support services for residents through 2028.
Type: Contract - AwardFile: 26-3077 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-02 Passed: 2026-05-14
Nohemi.Castillo@phs.hctx.net
Key details
- Status: Active partnership through August 2028
- Partner: UT Health Science Center at Houston
- Cost: Free to all Harris County residents
- Languages: Multiple languages available
- Locations: Community centers and health clinics countywide
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
Nearly 800,000 Harris County neighbors have diabetes. This free program helps people learn to manage their condition better, preventing serious health problems like heart disease and kidney damage that can happen when diabetes isn't controlled properly.
If this passes
Harris County residents get free diabetes classes with certified educators in their neighborhoods. People learn practical skills like meal planning and blood sugar checking.
If this does not pass
The partnership and free diabetes education program would not continue, leaving fewer resources for the 800,000 county residents with diabetes.
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By the numbers
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