Texas Healthcare Resources
A curated directory of official state and federal health resources for Texans. Only verified links are listed here.
State health agencies
| Resource | What it offers |
|---|---|
| Texas Dept. of State Health Services (DSHS) | State public health information, immunizations, vital statistics, local health department directory. |
| Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) | State benefit programs, Medicaid/CHIP information, family and disability services. |
| Texas Medical Board | Look up licensed Texas physicians and file complaints. |
Community services
| Resource | What it offers |
|---|---|
| 211 Texas | Free statewide helpline (dial 2-1-1) and searchable directory for health services, food, housing, and assistance programs. |
| HRSA health center finder | Official federal locator for Federally Qualified Health Centers that often serve patients regardless of ability to pay. |
Federal resources
| Resource | What it offers |
|---|---|
| HealthCare.gov | Federal health insurance marketplace information and enrollment help. |
| CDC | National preventive health, disease, and vaccine information. |
| MedlinePlus | Consumer-friendly explanations of conditions, tests, and medications. |
| U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services | Patients’ rights and HIPAA information for accessing your own records. |
County and local resources
Each Texas county organizes its own public health services. For your county, search for “[your county] county health department” and confirm the site address matches your county’s official website before relying on it.
Do you know of an official Texas health resource that belongs here? Contact us with the official link so it can be verified before listing.