Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia Will Donate 10,000 N95 Masks to Harris Health, Will Hold Press Availability to Discuss Mask Donation

HOUSTON, TX – Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) will be donating 10,000 N95 masks to Harris Health's Strawberry Health Center, this is a part of her ongoing efforts to ensure everyone in the Texas 29^th Congressional District and the greater Houston region has access to the protective equipment they need to stay healthy and safe during this ongoing pandemic. Dr. Esmaeil Porsa, CEO of Harris Health, and Dr. Glorimar Medina, Executive Vice President for Ambulatory Services will be present to receive the N95 masks.

Background on Harris Health's Strawberry Health Center:

Harris Health System's Strawberry Health Center provides essential medical care to adults and children living in the Pasadena and East Houston area. In addition to providing primary care, Strawberry Health Center offers high-quality specialty care for adult OB/GYN, breast health, ophthalmologic, podiatric, and psychiatric needs. The center also provides convenient on-site pharmacy and laboratory services combined with nutrition and health education, counseling and other social services designed to meet each patient's unique needs.

Information About the Press Availability:

WHAT: Drop off N95 masks for Harris Health, followed by a press availability

WHO: Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29)

Dr. Esmaeil Porsa, CEO of Harris Health

Dr. Glorimar Medina, Executive Vice President for Ambulatory Services

WHEN: Today, Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at 2:30 PM Houston Time

WHERE: Strawberry Health Center, 927 Shaw Ave, Pasadena, TX 77506

TO RSVP: Contact Robert Julien via email at Robert.julien@mail.house.gov or via text at 202-227-0330.

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Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in November 2018, becoming the first Latina ever to represent the Texas 29th Congressional District. She serves on the House Judiciary and Financial Services Committees.