In a recent blog, team member Diana Harter shares her experience working at Texas Children’s Transplant Services and explains the importance of registering to be an organ donor. Legacy Tower will be lit on Friday, April 16, in honor of Donate Life Month. Read more
The CDC has reported that a little over 30,000 pregnant women have received the COVID-19 vaccine. There have been no specific safety signals that have been observed in these pregnant women. Doctor Mark A. Turrentine explains further in this short video.
Once your team reaches a 75% vaccination rate, you’re automatically eligible to win some of the hottest electronics on the market – just like these recipients! Read more
Jaime Choate shares her experiences and the important lessons she learned while serving on the Contact Tracer Task Force during COVID-19. Read more
Regardless of your race or ethnicity, these vaccines are for everyone and we want you to know that they work. Doctor Julie Boom explains further in this 90-second video.
Know a team member who exemplifies our mission and core values? Help us recognize and reward your colleague as a Super Star! To nominate, click read more.
After winning the Get the Vaccine to End COVID-19 Drawing, the following team members tell us why they stepped up to be vaccinated and hope to inspire others.
Maria Belvin – 8 years of service
ECHO Sonographer III, The Woodlands
I will admit I was definitely hesitant on getting my vaccine for a couple of different personal reasons. I was not on the first round due to my concerns of what I was going to be putting into my body and for sure nervous about possible reactions as I do have some food and medication allergies. I did some of my own research and also spoke with my colleagues and listened to some of the experts who I trusted to get me to where I felt I would be safe to have the vaccine. Everyone is different and we all have our reasons but me personally, I feel so much better knowing I am now part of the force out there fighting for us to get back to “NORMAL” and helping to keep my family (including my fur babies), friends, co-workers and patients safe. Thank you TCH for providing this to me and allowing me to make the choice to help fight against this pandemic.
Theresa Wester – 21. 3 years of service
Coordinator Employee Development, Pharmacy Administration Support
I am very Thankful to be given the opportunity to receive the vaccine. The vaccine is a blessing both personally and professionally. First, to be able to help protect the ones I love by being vaccinated. My husband has RA and is immune compromised due to the medication he takes on a weekly basis. Second, when I step onto campus it is no longer about me. It is about the little lives that we take care of everyday.
Lisa Scott – 21. 3 years of service
Field Relations Coordinator
First and foremost I believe in vaccinations. The reason I pushed to be vaccinated sooner rather than later is because of my family. My husband is a kidney transplant patient and my only child has asthma. I wanted to do everything in my power to protect them from me.
To date, more than 10,200 of Texas Children’s employees have received at least one vaccine dose.
If you haven’t already, schedule your vaccination appointment now, simply click here and sign up for the date and time that work best for your schedule.
Given the enormous vaccine participation from everyone, we have extended the Get the Vaccine to End COVID-19 $1,000 Drawing to Friday, April 30. Now Texas Children’s team members have multiple chances to win prizes in celebration of the vaccine breakthrough.
In addition to the $1,000 Drawing, Winner’s Choice Team Drawing kicked off on April 1, giving team members who have received at least one vaccine dose the opportunity to win some of the most sought-after electronics on the market. With the arrival of a third vaccine option and more of our colleagues and loved ones every day, this new contest is another way to express our appreciation for all those who have stepped up to lead the way. For complete drawing rules and eligibility, click here.