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10/09/2026

Harris Health joined its partners— March of Dimes and Community Health Choice —to celebrate the impact of the NICU Family Support® Program at Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital and recognize the program’s 25th anniversary nationwide. Together, we are helping ensure NICU families receive education, resources and compassionate support during one of the most challenging times in their lives. Thank you to everyone who continues to invest in healthier beginnings and brighter futures for families in our community.

10/09/2026

After being diagnosed with Stage 3 triple negative breast cancer in December 2023, Lashaye Crosby went to Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital in February 2024 for chemotherapy, then radiation at Harris Health Smith Clinic.

“Outside of God, my grandbabies and my children, Harris Health really got me through this.”

Crosby says she’s focused on her reconstructive surgery coming up and maintaining a positive mental health. Her advice for others is to, “make sure you have people in your corner and stay positive.”

10/08/2026

A thousand books. Countless stories. One generous community.

A heartfelt thank you to Books Between Kids for donating 1,290 books to Harris Health. Every book represents an opportunity to bring comfort, joy, imagination and a little normalcy to the children and families we serve. We are incredibly grateful for community partners who believe that even the simplest gifts can make a meaningful difference in a patient's experience.

If your company, church, organization, or community group would like to learn more about supporting Harris Health through an in-kind donation, we would love to connect with you. Email us at [email protected].

10/08/2026

Committed to leading by example, Harris Health adopted a smoke-free campus policy in 2008, meaning smoking and to***co use is not allowed on the premises of all Harris Health facilities. Harris Health was among two healthcare systems in the Texas Medical Center to follow a completely smoke-free environment.

10/07/2026

Partnership is at the heart of better health. Esmaeil Porsa, MD, president and CEO, Harris Health, joined community leaders at the Harris Collaborative Kickoff Celebration to celebrate a shared commitment to strengthening connections across healthcare, public health, behavioral health and community services in Harris County. Together, we're building a healthier future.

10/07/2026

Juana Alvarez Arzate was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010 when she lived in California. After a mastectomy and treatment, she was cancer free and moved to Houston in 2012 where she received her follow up care at Harris Health’s Survivorship Clinic.

In 2018 a biopsy showed her cancer had returned.

“I thank God because I’ve beaten cancer twice,” she says. “And I’m thankful for my family support and especially to Harris Health for all of the care they have given me. To others who are going through this—don’t give up.”

10/06/2026

Harris Health’s cancer program brings together medical oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, nurses, genetic counselors, pathologists, nutritionists, interventional radiologists and other specialists.
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Harris Health’s cancer program brings together medical oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, nurses, genetic counselors, pathologists, nutritionists, interventional radiologists and other specialists.

10/06/2026

Healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated. 🥕✨ Harris Health's clinical nutrition team put together these simple recipes to help you make nutritious meals at home and keep the drive-thru in your rearview mirror.

10/05/2026

Maribel Acosta Alviso’s world changed in 2023. After her annual mammogram, they immediately did an ultrasound and scheduled her for a biopsy.

“When they told me I had breast cancer, I wanted to get
up and leave,” she says. “It was a shocking experience. I couldn’t even hear what the doctor was saying
because I was crying so much.”

Today, she’s in Survivorship Clinic and is grateful for the care she received at Harris Health Smith Clinic and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.

“I’m so thankful for the support I had from my family, from the medical team and Lorena Ortiz [community health worker],” she says. “The Lord has me here for a reason and now I make sure to encourage others that are going through something similar.”

10/05/2026

At Harris Health, we're committed to ensuring women have access to the breast care they need, close to home. We’re proud to be recognized by Surviveher for our continued partnership and support of breast health initiatives. This honor belongs to the talented Breast Imaging teams, providers and leaders whose dedication helps improve the health and well-being of our community.