Harris County Public Health Free Webinar on Flu, RSV, COVID-19 and Seasonal Illness Prevention
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With flu season underway across Greater Houston, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is inviting residents to a free educational webinar focused on staying healthy and preventing the spread of seasonal respiratory illnesses.
"Community Immunity: Staying Ahead of Flu, RSV, COVID-19, & More" takes place Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon. The virtual event will feature public health professionals discussing influenza, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), pneumococcal disease and practical ways to protect individuals, families and the community.
Event Details
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Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
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Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. CST
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Location: Online webinar
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Host: Harris County Public Health
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Cost: Free
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Registration: Register Here
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Accessibility: Additional languages available upon registration
What Participants Will Learn
The webinar will cover several important topics related to respiratory illness prevention and community health:
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Current flu, RSV, COVID-19 and pneumococcal disease concerns, including symptoms and seasonal trends.
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Updated vaccination recommendations, 2026 vaccine formulations and common misconceptions about flu vaccines.
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How HCPH monitors influenza activity and prepares for public health concerns through its Office of Epidemiology, Surveillance, and Emergency Preparedness (OESED).
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Respiratory vaccine updates and ordering procedures for healthcare providers.
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Community vaccination events, educational resources and public health outreach programs.
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A moderated Q&A session with presenters Claire Schwarze, Teci Rochelle-Hamilton, Gloria Escobedo, Janie Saucedo and Nicholas Gula.
Whether residents are looking for flu prevention tips, information about RSV vaccines or reliable COVID-19 updates, this free Houston-area health webinar offers an opportunity to learn directly from local public health professionals.
Register for the Free Community Immunity Webinar and share the opportunity with friends, family and neighbors throughout Harris County.
