October 2019

? Maverick County Hospital District urges the community to take the time and vote in the upcoming Texas Amendments election which includes Proposition 6 – an amendment which seeks to increase bond funding for the Texas Cancer Prevention and Research Institute from $3 billion to $6 billion. ? The funding availability is crucial in continuing […]

On behalf of Maverick County Hospital District Chief Executive Officer Alma Martinez, we would like to invite the community to participate in the Candles for Life Walkathon to be held on Saturday, October 26 at the City of Eagle Pass Shelby Park. Candles for Life is a local non-profit organization that provides assistance to local

Maverick County Hospital District and Ram Security Services, LLC held a CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events,) training at the MCHD offices. The training was provided by CBP Officer Hinojo who presented important information regarding the Avoid, Deny, Defend (ADD) strategy used while law enforcement arrives, developed by ALERRT in 2004. The training provides

Maverick County Hospital District and the Breast and Cervical Cancer Services Program held their 4th Annual Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness event on October 17 at the International Center for Trade. The event was a great success, with multiple agencies participating in bringing breast cancer awareness to the community. During the event, BCCS Director Luiza

During National Hispanic Heritage Month, our nation observes the importance and contributions of Hispanics and Latin Americans in our communities. The Maverick County Hospital District is proud to be composed of many Hispanic members who have contributed to our region and achieved positive changes for our residents throughout their careers. It is during this time

Maverick County Hospital District is observing National LatinX AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD) to increase awareness of the impact of HIV/AIDS on the Hispanic/Latino population in the United States. Today, we join the NLAAD campaign and help promote HIV testing and support services in our community, including access to the Ryan White/HIV Social Services program. According

On behalf of Maverick County Hospital District, we want to congratulate our very own Chief Executive Officer Alma Martinez for being selected as a Board Member for the Texas Indigent Health Care Association! Congratulations!! The Texas Indigent Health Care Association develops and implements policy and processes to provide healthcare benefits and services to our indigent

During National Hispanic Heritage Month, our nation observes the importance and contributions of Hispanics and Latin Americans in our community. Maverick County Hospital District is proud to be composed of many Hispanic members who have contributed to our city and achieved positive changes for our citizens throughout their careers. Today, we want to honor the

Maverick County Hospital District Chief Executive Officer Alma Martinez announced several District initiatives for the month of October, which includes observing National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Mrs. Martinez and other members of the organization held a conference with several media entities to promote and bring awareness to Breast Cancer and invite the community to its

Maverick County Hospital District is observing National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (NDVAM) during the month of October. For many in our community, home is a place of love, warmth, care, and support. For many others, it’s anything but. This month, we ask members of our community to join us by spreading the message that no