Midland Health Services Hosts National Public Health Week

Events include a community roundtable, Facebook Live session, health screenings, and an open house with partner booths.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:08pm

A minimalist neon outline illustration in the style of Keith Haring, depicting a stylized human figure representing public health, with vibrant glowing lines and shapes against a dark background.Midland's public health department aims to energize the community with a week of educational events and health screenings.Midland Today

Midland Health Services is hosting a series of events next week to celebrate National Public Health Week, including a community partner roundtable, a public health education session on Facebook Live, a 'Know Your Numbers' health screening event, and a Health Department open house and health fair.

Why it matters

The events aim to raise awareness about the role of public health in the community, highlight the services provided by the Health Department, and connect residents with available programs and resources to improve their overall health and wellbeing.

The details

The week's activities will kick off on Tuesday, April 7 with a Community Partner & Stakeholder Roundtable to discuss local public health trends and opportunities for collaboration. On Wednesday, April 8, the department will host a 'Public Health 101' Facebook Live event to educate the public. Thursday, April 9 will feature a 'Know Your Numbers' health screening event, and the week will culminate on Friday, April 10 with a Health Department Open House & Health Fair.

  • The Community Partner & Stakeholder Roundtable is set for Tuesday, April 7 at 2 p.m.
  • The 'Public Health 101' Facebook Live event will take place on Wednesday, April 8 at 1 p.m.
  • The 'Know Your Numbers' health screening event is scheduled for Thursday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • The Health Department Open House & Health Fair will be held on Friday, April 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The players

Midland Health Services

The local public health department in Midland, Texas that is hosting the National Public Health Week events.

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What’s next

The Health Department encourages all Midland residents to attend the open house and health fair on Friday, April 10 to learn more about available public health resources and services.

The takeaway

Midland Health Services is proactively engaging the community during National Public Health Week to raise awareness, connect residents with vital health services, and foster collaboration between the department and local partners.