News 4: Scientists find bone marrow cells with coronavirus ‘immunity memory’

June 1, 2021

Dr. Jason Bowling, Infectious Diseases, spoke to News 4 San Antonio audiences about scientists finding that cells in the bone marrow of people who’ve been infected with COVID-19 can keep a memory of the virus; because of this good news, we may not need boosters as frequently as a flu vaccine. Watch the story.


KENS 5: Starting your summer with these swim safety tips

May 28, 2021

Dr. Mandie Svatek, Pediatrics, was a live guest on KENS 5’s morning news show. She talked about water safety heading into the summer including the dangers of drowning, tips for parents when kids are around pools and the importance of taking swim lessons at any age. Watch the story.


KSAT: Q&A: Dr. Ruth Berggren addresses a Memorial Day dilemma: To mask or not to mask

May 28, 2021

Dr. Ruth Berggren, Infectious Diseases, talked to KSAT 12 viewers about best mask practices at Memorial Day activities (persons who are not vaccinated should still wear a mask; vaccinated persons may elect to wear a mask within large gatherings, as in restaurants, churches, stores) and local COVID-19 trials involving pregnant women that indicate no evidence […]


SciDev.net: New TB drugs mix cuts treatment to four months

May 27, 2021

Dr. Marc Weiner, Infectious Diseases, is quoted in this story about a study that shows promise for shortening the duration of treatment for drug-sensitive tuberculosis. The story includes a link to our news release on the UT Health San Antonio online Newsroom. Read the story.


Temple Daily Telegram: Recognizing spasticity after a stroke: Hear one woman’s journey

May 27, 2021

Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, Rehabilitation Medicine, is quoted in this Temple Daily Telegram story and explains that after surviving a stroke, many patients don’t realize they can go on to develop this secondary condition and it’s important to understand the signs of spasticity as it can progress and worsen over time. Read the story.