News 4: UT Health San Antonio cancer expert explains signs & symptoms of colorectal cancer
November 5, 2021
Dr. Alicia Logue, colon & rectal oncology surgeon, appeared on News 4 San Antonio to answer questions and raise awareness about colon and rectal cancer. Watch story
Nationwide study testing ivermectin and other drugs conducted at UT Health San Antonio
November 5, 2021
A large, multi-site study funded by the National Institutes of Health aims to test the effectiveness of three existing drugs, including controversial ivermectin, to treat the symptoms of COVID-19. Known as ACTIV-6, the study is now underway at UT Health San Antonio.
Important facts to know about COVID-19 vaccinations
November 4, 2021
This quick and helpful Q&A video speaks to vaccine symptoms, the importance of booster shots and other timely topics.
Texas Public Radio: Around 13% of U.S. women develop invasive breast cancer. How can a multidisciplinary approach help with care and outcomes?
November 4, 2021
Lauren Mills, certified genetic counselor with the Mays Cancer Center, and Dr. Brian Fricke, Rehabilitation Medicine and Mays Cancer Center, appeared on Texas Public Radio’s “The Source” program during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Listen here
Study validates quick screening for chemical intolerance, finds one in five affected
November 4, 2021
A recent study validates use of a brief questionnaire to screen patients for chemical intolerance, after a large national sampling, and the researchers conclude the condition likely affects one in five people.
Fox 29: Parents wrestle with lingering questions as children’s COVID vaccine is distributed
November 4, 2021
Dr. Mandie Svatek, Pediatrics, is quoted in this Fox 29 story about the questions parents have as the COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 starts to be distributed in San Antonio. Watch story
Éxito! Latino Cancer Research Leadership Training program honored
November 4, 2021
The Éxito! Latino Cancer Research Leadership Training program at UT Health San Antonio has been named a winner of Excelencia in Education’s “Examples of Excelencia.”
NPR: Syphilis is resurging in the U.S., a sign of public health’s funding crisis
November 4, 2021
Dr. JB Cantey, Pediatrics, is quoted in this story about the syphilis surge in the U.S. Read story
San Antonio Report: COVID vaccines now offered in San Antonio for kids ages 5-11
November 4, 2021
Dr. Jason Bowling, Infectious Diseases, and Dr. Mandie Svatek, Pediatrics, are quoted in this San Antonio Report story that answers questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11. Read story
From the Chief Medical Officer: COVID-19 vaccine approved for children ages 5 to 11
November 3, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has endorsed the recommendation that children 5 to 11 years old be vaccinated against COVID-19 with the Pfizer-BioNTech pediatric vaccine.