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Learn about the impact Central Health has in the community.

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Care Begins With Being Understood

It may sound easy enough: When you are hurt or sick, go get health care. But within some cultures and communities, it’s not always so simple.

Kathy Trinh understands this completely. Before she became a Community Health Navigator (CHN) for the Austin Asian Community Health Initiative (AACHI) in 2022, she was part-owner of a nail salon and worked in the industry for about 21 years.

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A Craftsman’s Return to Stability

Located on the 11th floor of The Castilian, a historic off-campus private housing complex for The University of Texas students, is the dining hall. Thousands have walked the floor over the years and enjoyed everything it has to offer.

Michael Vasquez admires the space for another reason.

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Michael Vasquez
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Central Health Earns National Budget Honor for Seventh Straight Year

Posted: May 4, 2026

AUSTIN, Texas — For the seventh consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded Central Health the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its fiscal year 2026 (Oct. 1, […]

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TRUE METRIX glucose meter recall

Posted: April 30, 2026

This is an important message for MAP and MAP Basic members who use a glucose monitor. As of May 1, 2026 Trividia has more information for users of these devices […]

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Central Health Opens Hancock Phase 1, Bringing Comprehensive Care to the Heart of Austin

Posted: April 24, 2026

AUSTIN, Texas — Central Health and CommUnityCare Health Centers today opened the doors of Central Health Hancock to patients, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to expand access […]

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Care Begins With Being Understood

Posted: May 8, 2026

Language support, trusted guidance, and community outreach are helping Asian families access care with confidence. It may sound easy enough: When you are hurt or sick, go get health care. […]

Michael Vasquez

A Craftsman’s Return to Stability

Posted: May 1, 2026

After multiple sclerosis changed his life, Michael Vasquez found coordinated care, housing support, and a path forward. Located on the 11th floor of The Castilian, a historic off-campus private housing […]

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A New Home for Travis County Health Care

Posted: April 23, 2026

Central Health Hancock opens April 24, bringing primary care, specialty services, and community support under one roof Cameras flashed and applause followed when Central Health and community leaders dug their […]

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Notice: The Travis County Healthcare District d/b/a Central Health adopted a tax rate that will raise more taxes for maintenance and operations than last year’s tax rate. The tax rate will effectively be raised by 8 percent and will raise taxes for maintenance and operations on a $100,000 home by approximately $8.41 (eight dollars and forty one cents).

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Notice: The Travis County Healthcare District d/b/a Central Health adopted a tax rate that will raise more taxes for maintenance and operations than last year’s tax rate. The tax rate will effectively be raised by 8 percent and will raise taxes for maintenance and operations on a $100,000 home by approximately $8.41(eight dollars and forty one cents).

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