Laboratory Services

Safeguarding against infectious diseases and biological threats is our specialty.

Our laboratory services team is committed to helping ensure the well-being of our community through vital lab testing.

Health District Laboratory

Notice: January 19 Food Handler Classes Moved to January 20

Food Handler Classes Rescheduled

Due to the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, the Food Handler Classes scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, have been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Food Handler Classes

Wellness Wednesdays: Yoga, Strength Training, Zumba, and Nutrition Class

Wellness Wednesdays

Join us for Wellness Wednesdays, a weekly community series open to all fitness levels, featuring a different activity each week, including yoga, strength training, Zumba, and nutrition classes.

Upcoming Wellness Wednesdays Events

Your Path to Wellness: View Our Community Health Resource Guide

Your Path to Wellness

Our Community Resource Guide contains helpful resources on work programs, healthcare centers and clinics, mental health services, and more!

You can pick up a copy of the guide at the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District, at the Corpus Christi Public Libraries, or download a digital copy.

Community Resource Guide

No-cost Health Screenings Available! Know your numbers to prevent chronic disease.

Know your numbers and prioritize your well-being!

Find out if you are at risk of diabetes and chronic diseases with our no-cost health screenings.  Walk-ins are welcome!

 

Health Screenings

Neighborhood Fitness

Join us for free yoga, Zumba, and a run/walk at our monthly Neighborhood Fitness events!

Community Programs

Free Developmental Screenings. For children from birth to 5 years old. Registration Required.

No-Cost Developmental Screenings

The Public Health District has partnered with the United Way of the Coastal Bend’s Success by 6 initiative and Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) to provide free Developmental Screenings for children up to age 5 to identify any delays or disabilities.

Living Well

Immunizations

Immunization Services
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Events Calendar

View all upcoming events.

Food and Environmental Inspections

Restaurant Permits, Food Handlers,
Food Trucks, and Septic Permits

Health Education

Living Well, Community Programs, Events, and Community Health Resource Guide

Public Health Emergency Preparedness

Communicable Diseases and
Preparedness & Response

Women, Infants, and
Children (WIC)

Learn about the WIC
program and eligibility.

STI/HIV Prevention
& Surveillance

STI/HIV Client Resources

Tuberculosis

Patient and Provider Information

Laboratory

Environment, Clinical, and
Infectious Disease Testing

Vector Control

Mosquito Education, Control,
and Surveilance

Reports & Statistics

View Health Department
reports across divisions

Health District

Health District Events

  • Mar 25
    Mobile Clinic in Driscoll

    The Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District will host a Mobile Clinic on March 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Driscoll City Hall.
  • Mar 25
    Mobile Clinic in Robstown

    The Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District will host a Mobile Clinic on March 25, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Robstown Housing Authority.
  • Mar 25
    Wellness Wednesdays: Nutrition Class

    The Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District, in partnership with the Coastal Bend Food Bank, is offering free nutrition classes. The classes will be held monthly from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 1702 Horne Road.
  • Apr 01
    Wellness Wednesdays: Yoga

    Do you love yoga? The Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District is offering free monthly yoga classes from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at 1702 Horne Road. The yoga classes will be led by Somos Yoga.
  • Apr 08
    Wellness Wednesdays: Strength Training

    Ready to take your fitness to the next level? The Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District is offering a free monthly Strength Training class from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at 1702 Horne Road. The class will be led by VFit Training Center and Kids Get Fit.
  • Apr 10
    Neighborhood Fitness

    Join us for our next Neighborhood Fitness event on Friday, April 10, at the Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve, 2446 North Oso Parkway, in District 4. Registration is required.
  • Apr 15
    Wellness Wednesdays: Zumba

    Join us for Zumba and dance your way to a healthier, happier you! The Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District is offering free monthly Zumba classes from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at 1702 Horne Road. The classes will be led by Latin Fuego.
  • Apr 20
    Mommy and Me Mondays: Fit for Us Fitness Class

    Parents and children are invited to register for a Fit for Us Fitness Class at 10:00 a.m. at the Corpus Christi - Nueces County Public Health District Auditorium.
  • May 09
    Neighborhood Fitness

    Join us for our next Neighborhood Fitness event on Saturday, May 9, at Salinas Park, 1354 Airport Road, in District 3. Registration is required.
  • Jun 13
    Neighborhood Fitness

    Join us for our next Neighborhood Fitness event on Saturday, June 13, at Cole Park, 2600 Ocean Drive, in District 2. Registration is required.
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Dr. Anita K. Kurian, MBBS, MPH, DrPH
Dr. Anita K. Kurian, MBBS, MPH, DrPH

About Us

The mission of the Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District is to prevent disease, disability, & premature death; promote healthy lifestyles; and protect the health & quality of the environment for all residents of Nueces County.

Director:
Dr. Anita K. Kurian, MBBS, MPH, DrPH

Local Health Authority:
Dr. Srikanth Ramachandruni

Contact Information

Address: 1702 Horne Road, Corpus Christi, TX 78416

Phone: (361) 826-7200

Email:  YourPublicHealth@CorpusChristiTX.gov

Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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