When scrolling through endless updates from friends, family and celebrities, you may ask yourself, “Am I addicted to social media?” Click here to learn more about the unsettling reality of social media addiction in this article featured in the San Antonio Express-News’ San Antonio Life: Wellness section. The article is part of a wellness […]
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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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Looking back on her pregnancy with her youngest child, Elaina Sconiers realizes now she should have heeded her doctor’s advice. She was 37, her blood pressure was well under control and she felt good despite being diagnosed with preeclampsia. “I ended up coming off the medication because my blood pressure would bottom out when I […]
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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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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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The annual Social Determinants of Health Training, hosted by UT Health San Antonio’s Office of Graduate Medical Education in collaboration with University Health, will be Tuesday, June 20. It is expected to draw about 250 residents and fellows-in-training. The event will take place at the Academic and Learning Center (ALTC), Room 3.304, on the university’s main campus at 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, 78229, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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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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