San Antonio Report: As the delta variant spreads in San Antonio, here’s what to know about the new strain of COVID-19

July 9, 2021

Dr. Tess Barton, Pediatrics, and Dr. Jason Bowling, Infectious Diseases, are quoted in this San Antonio Report story that explains what you should know about the delta variant and how you can slow the spread and protect yourself. Read story

U.S. News & World Report: Almost all cancer patients respond well to COVID-19 vaccines

July 6, 2021

This U.S. News & World Report article features a new study that shows 94% of patients with cancer respond well to COVID-19 vaccines. Study co-authors are from the Mays Cancer Center and the University of Geneva. Read story.

Texas Standard: Ask a doctor: Understanding the delta variant and protecting children from COVID-19

July 6, 2021

Dr. Fred Campbell, General and Hospital Medicine, spoke to listeners of the statewide public radio show, Texas Standard, where he discussed several topics including what makes the delta variant different from other forms of the coronavirus and how to protect children from COVID-19 and the delta variant too. Listen here.

KSAT 12 Q&A: Pediatric infectious disease specialist answers questions about COVID-19 vaccine for kids

July 5, 2021

Dr. Tess Barton, Pediatrics, is quoted in this story. Read more

KSAT 12 Q&A: Infectious disease specialist estimates more than 20% of COVID-19 cases in Bexar County are Delta variant

July 5, 2021

Dr. Ruth Berggren, Infectious Diseases/Center for Medical Humanities and Ethics, is quoted in this story. Read more

KENS 5: With coronavirus delta variant spreading, will facemask recommendations return to San Antonio?

July 5, 2021

Dr. Robert Leverence, chief medical officer for UT Health Physicians, is quoted in this story. Watch story