wellness
Corpus Christi Health District Offers Free Immunizations and STI Testing
The district at 1702 Horne Road provides free immunizations, STI testing and TB testing during weekday hours.
How we reported this
The Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District at 1702 Horne Road offers free immunizations, STI testing and TB testing to local residents. Its hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a closure from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Why these services matter locally
Corpus Christi residents need reliable access to basic health screenings and vaccinations without cost barriers. The district addresses that need directly through its fixed location and additional outreach programs.
Specific facilities and programs available
CHRISTUS Health runs an urgent care site at 4938 S. Staples St., Suite E-8, with weekday hours from 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and weekend hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline at 600 Elizabeth St. and Corpus Christi Medical Center both supply 24-hour emergency care. The district also operates a Public Health Mobile Clinic that delivers free screenings, childhood immunizations and flu shots to communities including Robstown, Bishop and Driscoll. Amistad Community Health Center at 1533 S. Brownlee Boulevard, Suite 100, provides additional community health services and can be reached at 361-884-2242.
Evidence from local operations
These sites and programs operate on consistent schedules that residents can verify through official city and health system channels. The mobile clinic extends reach beyond the main Horne Road building into surrounding areas, while the urgent care and hospital locations cover both routine and emergency needs.
Residents seeking care should contact the listed facilities directly to confirm current availability and any required documentation. The Public Health District site serves as the primary starting point for the free services outlined above.