East Texas Healthcare Leaders Unite to Promote Back-to-School Vaccinations

East Texas Healthcare Leaders Speak With One Voice

When it comes to protecting our children, there is strength in working together.

This back-to-school season, NET Health, Bethesda Health Clinic, Tyler Family Circle of Care, and the UT Tyler School of Medicine have partnered to deliver a unified message encouraging families to stay up to date on recommended childhood vaccinations.

Together, these organizations have produced a short educational video highlighting the importance of immunizations and addressing common questions families may have before the school year begins.

Watch the video below to hear directly from trusted healthcare professionals serving East Texas.

Why Vaccinations Matter

Vaccines remain one of the safest and most effective tools available to prevent serious diseases. By staying current on recommended immunizations, families help:

• Protect children from vaccine-preventable illnesses
• Reduce the spread of disease in schools and childcare settings
• Protect infants, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems
• Keep students healthy and ready to learn throughout the school year

Vaccination doesn't just protect one child—it helps protect our entire community.

Preparing for the School Year

Texas schools require certain immunizations for enrollment to help reduce the spread of preventable diseases among students.

If you're unsure whether your child is up to date, now is the perfect time to review their immunization records and schedule any needed vaccinations before classes begin.

Planning ahead can help families avoid the last-minute rush and ensure students are ready for a healthy start to the school year.

Working Together for a Healthier East Texas

This collaborative effort reflects the shared commitment of healthcare providers across our region to improve the health of every child and family.

By working together, local organizations can provide consistent, science-based information that empowers parents to make informed healthcare decisions.

We encourage every family to watch the video, speak with their healthcare provider if they have questions, and help keep East Texas healthy by staying up to date on recommended vaccinations.

Watch the Coalition Message

Click here to watch our Back-to-School Vaccine Awareness video featuring healthcare professionals from:

• NET Health
• Bethesda Health Clinic
• Tyler Family Circle of Care
• UT Tyler School of Medicine

Together, we're helping build a healthier East Texas—one family at a time.