COVID-19 vaccine third dose: Who is eligible and how to get one
August 16, 2021
Currently, the CDC is recommending the third dose for only moderately to severely immunocompromised persons.
Cancer Network: Individuals with cancer mount an acceptable immune response to COVID-19 vaccine but other strategies are needed for potential non-responders
August 16, 2021
This Cancer Network article is about a recent U.S. and Swiss study that showed that nearly all patients with cancer developed good immune response to the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines three to four weeks after receiving their second dose. Investigators say developing alternative strategies for non-responders will be key. Read story
Fox 29: Alternatives to going to emergency room when you’re not sure you have COVID
August 16, 2021
Dr. Ralph Riviello, Emergency Medicine, is quoted in this Fox San Antonio story about capacity levels with COVID-19 patients at area hospitals and other options, rather than an emergency room, for people who are not sure they have COVID-19. Watch story
KSAT 12 Q&A: Dr. Ruth Berggren talks about how the delta variant is affecting children
August 13, 2021
Dr. Ruth Berggren, Infectious Diseases, Center for Medical Humanities and Ethics, addressed the delta variant and how it’s affecting children, especially those heading back to the classroom, in this KSAT 12 Q&A. Watch here
Fox 29: Immunocompromised San Antonio woman talks possible booster shots
August 13, 2021
Dr. Jan Patterson, Infectious Diseases, spoke to Fox 29 viewers in this story about the possible benefits of a booster shot for those who are immunocompromised. Watch story
Fox 29: What parents need to know for back-to-school vaccines
August 13, 2021
Dr. Karen Schwab, with UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing, was interviewed for a live segment on Fox 29 about what parents need to know about back-to-school vaccinations. Dr. Schwab explained the importance of getting your children vaccinated now and getting the COVID-19 shot for those eligible. Watch story