Lubbock Gets Grant to Fight Measles | Lubbock News

Lubbock’s getting a major health boost with over $122,000 from the CDC Foundation to hire a flexible new community health worker—just in time to tackle the measles outbreak that hit last spring. This vital role will connect residents with essential services wherever the need is greatest, turning the city’s health department into a central hub for referrals and support. With training underway and two years of funding secured, this proactive move aims to strengthen Lubbock’s response to future outbreaks—and keep families healthier, faster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ca7c41e2708b9d22