KENS 5: Experts say coronavirus vaccines are safe and effective
March 17, 2021
Dr. Jan Patterson, Infectious Diseases, commented for a KENS 5 story to say that the vaccines are safe and effective. Read and watch the story.
KSAT 12: Newly approved T-cell test is a more accurate way to tell if you’ve had COVID-19, experts say
March 16, 2021
Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, Rehabilitation Medicine, told KSAT 12 that the newly FDA-approved T-cell test is a more accurate way to tell if you’ve had COVID-19 and could be a game-changer for those with long-term COVID-19 symptoms. Read and watch the story.
Texas Standard: Ask a doctor: How long does the COVID vaccine last?
March 16, 2021
Dr. Fred Campbell, General and Hospital Medicine, answered more listener questions on Texas Standard’s Ask a Doctor program about the efficacy, duration, timing between doses and safety recommendations after receiving the vaccine. Listen here.
San Antonio Express-News: New invention by San Antonio scientist could be a ‘game changer’ in lifesaving heart transplants
March 15, 2021
The San Antonio Express-News story is about a medical device called VP.S Encore that was invented by Leon Bunegin, Department of Anesthesiology, for human heart preservation and transport. Read the story.
KENS 5: With statewide COVID-19 mandates about to end, health officials say personal responsibility will be key in keeping numbers low
March 12, 2021
Dr. Fred Campbell, General and Hospital Medicine, provided an interview for KENS 5 audiences in a story related to the mask mandate being lifted statewide. While vaccinations bring hope, he encouraged all to be personally responsible by keeping social distance and mask protocols and opting for outdoor venues. Watch the story.
Medical Xpress: Early tracheotomy helps patients avoid ventilator-associated pneumonia, team finds
March 12, 2021
The work and research of Dr. Alvaro Moreira, Pediatrics, contained within the site Medical Xpress, points to findings that an early tracheotomy will shorten ICU stays and lowers the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia. Read the story.