By Ethan Stern, MD, Ophthalmology, retina specialist It’s been said that the eyes are the windows to the soul. They can also be windows to other health conditions in the body. In fact, the retina — the delicate tissue in the back of the eye that facilitates the sensation of vision — is one of […]
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Beginning Monday, July 10, to Sunday, July 23, the street leading to the UT Health Hill Country practice from the I-10 West access road will be closed due to construction for a nearby business. The affected road is expected to reopen Monday, July 24. Primary entrances to the practice — located at 25723 Old Fredericksburg […]
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Fear is a part of being human. But when it lingers, when it permeates every corner of your existence, when it morphs into an unshakeable dread caused by past traumatic events, it takes on a new form. Trauma. Click here to learn more about the labyrinth of trauma, demystifying its stages, dissecting its types and […]
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Philanthropist-businessman’s legacy includes educating health professionals to embrace compassionate care With more than $3 million in gifts from family, friends and supporters, including a lead gift from the Sally and Charlie Cheever Foundation, a new endowment will support in perpetuity the Center for Medical Humanities and Ethics at The University of Texas Health Science Center […]
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Brian L. Secrist, BS, DDS, FAGD, General Dentistry Clinic Director and Provider Teeth play a vital role in our daily lives. They help us speak clearly, preserve the shape of our faces and help us chew our food properly. Apart from their functional role, they also enhance our smile. With so many vital functions, […]
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Multinational study identifies immune resilience as a factor that influences life span, HIV/AIDS, flu, sepsis mortality, recurrent skin cancer and COVID-19 mortality Researchers from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, working with collaborators in five countries, today revealed that the capacity to resist or recover from infections and other sources of […]
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Game day delights are notorious for their high calorie count and scant nutritional value. But what if you could enjoy your favorite snacks without the guilt? Click here for 10 recipes that will transform classic game day treats into nutritious nibbles in this article featured in the San Antonio Express-News’ San Antonio Life: Wellness […]
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Clinical trials, brain and biobank donation and risk factors among topics discussed “Think Science: Dementia in South Texas,” a live event moderated by Nathan Cone of Texas Public Radio, drew 300 people to the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long Campus June 7 for an intriguing and inspiring discussion of a topic important to so […]
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While the sun can pose a significant risk to your health, knowing how to spot a suspicious mole — a potential early sign of skin cancer — can provide confidence and peace of mind as you continue to enjoy the San Antonio sunshine. Click here to learn what key characteristics can indicate a mole’s […]
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Nurse practitioner-led clinics triple patient visits since 2019 Wellness 360, a growing patient-care practice of the UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing, quickly has established itself providing primary and acute care to the public at the school’s main campus, at a variety of community partner sites and on campuses of The University of Texas […]
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