There are still opportunities to learn more about Cybersecurity while having fun at the same time. A Cybersecurity booth was at TCHP. Check out other booths. Read More
October 19, 2022
Every two seconds, someone needs a blood transfusion. On Wednesday, November 2, everyone on our One Amazing Team will have an opportunity to be a hero by helping to support the need for blood in health care operations across our community. Wednesday’s Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center (GCRBC) drive will be in the Feigin Tower, first-floor conference center. Donors should make an appointment by registering here. Walk-ins are accepted based on availability in the schedule, although appointments are preferred.
Each day the Blood Center must collect 1,000 units to meet the needs of patients in 170 hospitals in their service area. As one of the Blood Center’s largest hospital clients, our team’s Commit for Life donations will make a difference for our patient’s lives. As a “thank you” for helping to save lives, donors will receive a Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center themed blanket (while supplies last).
Based on CDC guidance, the Blood Center has several safety measures in place to protect donors from COVID, including increased sanitization and placing donor beds six feet apart to maintain social distancing.
For questions or assistance, contact Christina Gligorova with GCRBC at 832-602-9350.
October 14, 2022
This week, the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control authorized bivalent COVID-19 booster doses of the Pfizer vaccine for children who are 5-11 years old and Moderna vaccines for children 6 years and older. Booster doses were approved for older populations last month.
The COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force recommends all eligible persons receive either of these bivalent boosters. Texas Children’s now has appointments available to administer both the Moderna and Pfizer bivalent booster doses. Details are below.
Pfizer
- Individuals 5 years of age and older
- At least two months since they have completed primary vaccination or have received the most recent booster dose with any authorized or approved monovalent COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna
- Individuals 6 years of age and older
- At least two months since they have completed primary vaccination or have received the most recent booster dose with any authorized or approved monovalent COVID-19 vaccine
Bivalent boosters
The bivalent COVID-19 vaccines, or updated boosters, include an mRNA component of the original strain to provide an immune response that is broadly protective against COVID-19 and an mRNA component in common between the omicron variant BA.4 and BA.5 lineages to provide better protection against COVID-19 caused by the omicron variant.
If you or someone you know is eligible and would like to receive a booster through Texas Children’s, please click here.
For more information on boosters, please refer to this FAQ document on the Texas Children’s website.
October 12, 2022
Test your Hispanic Heritage knowledge for another chance to win a culture-enriching prize! Read More
Don’t miss the opportunities to learn more about CyberSecurity while having fun at the same time. Read More
Megan James shares how her efforts to grow professionally were rewarded. Read More
October 7, 2022
What to read, listen to, watch, try and know this month on our journey to a more diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Read More