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Historic Riverside Hospital Reopens with Vital Health Services
20 Jun
Summary
- Riverside General Hospital, a historic facility for the Black community, reopens in July.
- The renovated hospital will offer dental, HIV/STI, cancer screenings, and more.
- A $200 million investment funded the renovation and wraparound services.
Houston's historic Riverside General Hospital, originally founded as Houston Negro Hospital in 1926 to serve the Black community, is scheduled to reopen in July. This momentous occasion follows a decade-long closure and a significant renovation.
The revitalized campus will house Harris County Public Health, offering a comprehensive suite of services. These include dental care, HIV and STI screenings, immunizations, and cancer screenings, alongside other preventative health measures.
A substantial investment of approximately $200 million has transformed the space. Beyond medical services, the facility will provide wraparound support through programs like ACCESS Harris County, assisting with transportation, food, financial needs, and housing.
The hospital's history is rooted in the community's need for accessible healthcare, with its establishment stemming from petitions by Black doctors seeking better medical facilities for African-American citizens in Houston.
