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July 2, 2020
Fred Campbell, General and Hospital Medicine, said when hand washing your mask, use hot, soapy water and then scrub for 20-30 seconds. “Soap actually surrounds the COVID-19 viruses and destroys them. Dissolves them,” he said. Dr. Campbell said it’s important to wash your hands after touching your mask when you are done using it. If […]
July 2, 2020
Dr. Ralph Riviello, chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine, discusses the increase of patients, those who haven’t been diagnosed with COVID-19 but are experiencing symptoms, going to area hospitals to get checked out. He says they’re also seeing patients who have previously tested positive and are having worsening symptoms. Read and watch the full […]
July 2, 2020
While infection with the new coronavirus is occurring in children, studies have shown that they are less affected than adults. Researchers from the Long School of Medicine recently published their findings on the topic, which shows that children are more resilient against COVID-19, the disease caused by SARS-CoV-2. Read the full story.
July 2, 2020
Dr. Ruth Berggren, infectious diseases specialist, discussed the crisis and what people can do to avoid increasing cases even more this July Fourth weekend. Dr. Berggren said even if people decide to celebrate outdoors, they should stay away from people, keep a six-foot distance and always wear a mask. Read and listen to the story.
July 2, 2020
Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, UT Health San Antonio launched a public education initiative aimed at sustaining and increasing the simple behaviors that will keep us all safe. We are asking the community to do its part by wearing a face mask in public, practicing social distancing and good hand hygiene.
July 1, 2020
Jason Bowling, MD, associate professor of infectious diseases, shares important facts about COVID-19 exposure and testing. He advises wearing a face mask, practicing social distancing and good hand hygiene to stop the spread.