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Got a notice from City of Houston Health Department? Here’s what to do.

City of Houston Health Department told the Texas Attorney General that people’s information was exposed. If you got a letter, work through the steps below.

Your checklist

  1. 1

    Keep the letter

    Save the notice from City of Houston Health Department and its envelope. The date you were told can matter for legal deadlines.

  2. 2

    Freeze your credit

    The filing does not list what was taken, so play it safe. A free freeze at Equifax, Experian and TransUnion stops new accounts being opened in your name.

  3. 3

    Change reused passwords

    Change any password you used with this company or reused elsewhere, and turn on two-factor sign-in.

  4. 4

    Get a free claim review

    Our legal team checks whether you can be paid for this breach. No fee unless you recover.

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About the City of Houston Health Department breach

Reported to
Texas Attorney General
Date filed
February 25, 2026
People notified
Not stated
Cause in filing
Not stated

The City of Houston Health Department is a government-operated public health agency responsible for providing essential medical services, disease surveillance, and community health programs. As a healthcare provider and public health entity, the department maintains sensitive records including patient medical histories, immunization logs, and personal identification data required for clinical services. This security incident was officially reported to the Texas Attorney General in 2026, confirming that unauthorized access to their systems occurred. If you received a formal data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal or health-related information may have been compromised during this event. We recommend reviewing the letter carefully to understand the specific scope of the exposure and the identity monitoring services being offered to you.

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