Texas Public Radio: Catholic leaders, medical experts offer guidance on Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
March 9, 2021
Dr. Ruth Berggren, Infectious Diseases, was interviewed by Texas Public Radio for a story about Catholic leaders offering guidance on the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, stating that it is morally acceptable to receive and that being vaccinated …
ANI News: People who have undergone sinus surgery should avoid COVID-19 nasal swab test
March 9, 2021
The JAMA-published study of Dr. Philip G. Chen, Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, regarding the fact that the COVID-19 nasal swab test may not be best for those who’ve had sinus or skull base surgery, was reported by ANI wire service. Read the st …
Telemundo 60: Arzobispo de SA desalienta uso de la tercera vacuna aprobada contra el COVID-19
March 9, 2021
In this Telemundo 60 story, Dr. Ruth Berggren, Infectious Diseases, clarified that the process used by Johnson & Johnson is a scientific process that has been used with other vaccines and medicines to determine if they are effective. Watch the stor …
Univision 41: Experto da consejos de alimentación y otros hábitos para fortalecer al sistema inmunológico
March 9, 2021
Dr. José Cadena, Infectious Diseases, gave Univision 41 viewers advice on strengthening their immune systems. Watch the story.
Voice of America: Here’s what doctors know about how COVID-19 impacts the body
March 9, 2021
Drs. Allen Anderson and Madesh Muniswamy, Cardiology, contributed to this piece in Voice of America about how COVID-19 impacts the body’s vital organs and has long-term effects. Read the story.
San Antonio Express-News: Catholic leaders: Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine acceptable despite moral concerns
March 9, 2021
Dr. Ruth Berggren, Infectious Diseases, was interviewed by the San Antonio Express-News for a story about the stance of Catholic leaders regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Dr. Berggren reinforced that there is no “fetal tissue” in any of the …
Masking requirement to continue at UT Health San Antonio
March 8, 2021
Reflecting our commitment to the health of the community, UT Health San Antonio and all of its locations will continue to follow all COVID-19 safety protocols, including the requirement to wear masks.
Statement on mask requirement
March 8, 2021
Reflecting our commitment to the health of the community, UT Health San Antonio and all of its locations will continue to follow all COVID-19 safety protocols, including the requirement to wear masks.
U.S. News & World Report: Had sinus surgery? Better skip nasal swab COVID test
March 8, 2021
U.S. News & World Report HealthDay News covered the JAMA-published study of Dr. Philip G. Chen, Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, regarding the fact that the COVID-19 nasal swab test may not be best for those who’ve had sinus or skull base su …
KSAT 12: How is COVID-19 taking a toll on pediatric cancer patients?
March 8, 2021
Dr. Chatchawin Assanasen, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, told KSAT 12 audiences that, in this fearful COVID-19 world, a lifesaving cancer screening may be long overdue and as a result, new cancers are getting diagnosed at later stages. Read and watch t …