Second phase of clinical trial for promising COVID-19 drug begins
May 15, 2020
Second phase includes FDA-approved anti-inflammatory drug along with remdesivir.
Class of 2020 honored during virtual commencements
May 15, 2020
Nearly 700 students have completed requirements for entry into the health care and research workforce.
UT Health San Antonio holds virtual commencements for Class of 2020
May 15, 2020
UT Health San Antonio’s May commencements are occurring virtually this month in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 700 students have completed requirements for entry into the health care and research workforce as physicians, nurses, dentists, he …
ALTC shines blue for health care heroes on the front lines
May 15, 2020
In support of our health care heroes at UT Health San Antonio and across our community— who remain diligent and strong on the front lines, protecting and defending us all— our heartlight shines blue.
Texas Standard: Ask a doctor: How temperature-taking helps slow COVID-19 spread, and what to do if you have symptoms
May 15, 2020
Dr. Fred Campbell, an internal medicine specialist from the Division of General and Hospital Medicine, is a weekly guest on the statewide radio program Texas Standard answering listeners’ questions about their health during the coronavirus pandemic. Th …
AAMDS webinar for patients: Understanding the overlap between MDS and MPNs
May 15, 2020
Ruben Mesa, M.D., FACP, was the featured speaker during a webinar for patients sponsored by the Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation. Dr. Mesa discusses the overlap between MDS (myelodysplastic sydromes) and MPNs (myeloproliferative neopl …
KTSA: Coronavirus questions answered
May 15, 2020
Dr. Fred Campbell, an internal medicine specialist from the Division of General and Hospital Medicine, answered listeners’ questions about coronavirus. He addressed concerns about starting the school year with a new syndrome that affects children calle …
KENS 5 Medical Minute: Cancer Screenings Save Lives
May 15, 2020
Ruben Mesa, MD, director of the UT Health Cancer Center, explains why it’s crucial not to delay routine cancer screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic. It can save your life. Medical Minute is a collaboration between UT Health San Antonio and KENS 5.
Thunderbirds salute COVID-19 health care heroes and first responders
May 14, 2020
The flyover salute in San Antonio was a big thank-you to all combatting COVID-19.
San Antonio Express-News: Can you catch coronavirus passing people on the River Walk? We asked a San Antonio doctor
May 14, 2020
Dr. Barbara Taylor, Infectious Diseases, and Assistant City Manager Dr. Colleen Bridger answered questions about going to public places and participating in outdoor activities. Read the full story.