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March 11, 2021
Dr. Jan Patterson, Infectious Diseases, gave comments for this San Antonio Express-News story about vaccine access opening to Texans 50 and older, saying that this step should help us in reaching more vulnerable people and reducing deaths, noting that the 50-64 year old age group has so far accounted for 20 percent of all COVID-19 […]
March 11, 2021
Dr. Dimpy Shaw, Mays Cancer Center/Population Health Sciences, is quoted in this KENS 5 story about an important study at the Mays Cancer Center that is looking at effects of the COVID-19 vaccine on cancer patients. Read and watch the story.
March 10, 2021
As a new, significant step toward stopping the spread of COVID-19, UT Health San Antonio is now offering online vaccine scheduling to all members of our community who meet the current eligibility requirements outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as the state.
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 can be an act of charity that serves the common good. Listen to the story.
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 story.
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 story.