Austin Public Health
Coverage of Austin Public Health in the Nexus archive.
- Austin officials focus on outreach, cooling resources as heat settles
Austin officials are emphasizing outreach and cooling resources as the city experiences heat. Cooling centers are available but remain underutilized according to Austin Public Health officials.
- Recurring diarrhea could signal illness, Austin Public Health warns
A parasitic illness is spreading across the U.S., with the CDC investigating after at least 20 people were hospitalized. Austin Public Health warns that recurring diarrhea may signal the illness.
- First West Nile virus mosquito pool tests positive in Travis County
Austin Public Health confirmed the first mosquito pool of the year to test positive for West Nile virus in western Travis County. The detection marks an early indication of the virus's presence in the region.
- Austin Public Health releases consultant's 'Community Violence Intervention Strategy' report
Austin Public Health released a consultant's 'Community Violence Intervention Strategy' report as a first step in developing a comprehensive public health and safety plan for the city and Travis County.