HealthDay: Fear keeps some cancer patients from getting COVID vaccine
December 10, 2021
This HealthDay article is about a survey conducted by the Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, in collaboration with clinical partner University Health, that shows cancer patients are at risk for serious COVID-19 …
U.S. News & World Report: Fear keeps some cancer patients from getting COVID vaccine
December 10, 2021
This U.S. News & World Report article is about a survey conducted by the Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, in collaboration with clinical partner University Health, that shows cancer patients are at risk f …
UT Health San Antonio recognized for its leadership in the fight against COVID-19
December 10, 2021
UT Health San Antonio faculty, staff, students, residents and fellows were recently recognized with a Star Award by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). The 2021 Star Awards recognized institutions of higher education for outstanding efforts to respond to COVID-19.
Clot-removal procedures can help more stroke patients than previously thought
December 10, 2021
Study reviewed data from thousands of patients who had mechanical thrombectomy. Contact: Will Sansom, (210) 567-2579, sansom@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO (Dec. 10, 2021) — A study of 2,345 stroke patients, all of whom underwent mechanical thrombectomy to re …
Fear keeping some cancer patients from COVID-19 vaccination
December 9, 2021
Of the patients surveyed, 56% reported receiving at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccination, which is lower than the community vaccination rate of 76%.
Dr. Francisco G. Cigarroa receives Lozano Long Medal of Excellence
December 9, 2021
Francisco G. Cigarroa, MD, is the inaugural recipient of the Joe R. & Dr. Teresa Lozano Long Medal of Excellence Award presented by the LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections at The University of Texas at Austin, in conjunction with benefactors Joe R. and the late Teresa Lozano Long.
From the Chief Operating Officer: UT Health San Antonio travel restrictions lifted
December 9, 2021
UT Health San Antonio will lift business travel restrictions. Effective immediately, departments can resume normal, pre-pandemic travel protocols.
‘Tis the season to be…boosted
December 9, 2021
With the season of holiday-related travel and gatherings well underway, it’s important to take measures to stay healthy and protected from COVID-19, even for those who are already vaccinated. One of the most effective ways to stay safe is to get a boos …
Overlooked for decades, mast cells may explain many mysterious environmental illnesses
December 9, 2021
A newly published paper provides a long-sought link between environmental exposures and conditions like Gulf War syndrome, breast implant illness, chemical intolerance and possibly even long-haul COVID-19. This discovery represents a major step toward improved diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
San Antonio Report: Three new nurses offer hope amid acute shortage of skilled professionals
December 9, 2021
Dr. Eileen Breslin, dean of the School of Nursing, and three of the school’s students were featured in a column in the San Antonio Report, as the students complete their degrees and prepare to enter the profession to serve people in need. Read story