UNIVERSITY HEALTH

The event will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Sept. 23, 2023, at the Palo Alto College Performing Arts Center located at 1400 West Villaret Blvd.

A new COVID-19 vaccine is rolling out to pharmacies and health clinics amid a rise in cases nationwide.

Individual registration is required for the free flu shot events

As a new or expecting mother, breastfeeding may be on the top of your mind.

Parents who are seeking a degree or job training may be eligible for subsidized child care scholarships through the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County.

Just days after a 3-year-old brought a gun in their backpack to Pre-K SA, gun safety educators are asking parents to start conversing with their children about gun safety. They hope small conversations will lead to significant changes across San Antonio.

COVID-19 is still present in Bexar County, and we’re seeing a sharp rise in cases as kids return to school.

As many mourn the lives lost in Uvalde, paying their respects and honoring the victims, several are reminded of the pain felt a year ago today. KSAT's John Paul Barajas spoke to a San Antonio trauma surgeon who was in the middle of it.

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

While water beads might seem fun to children, these beads can be dangerous.

Fresh Start Surgical Gifts is accepting applications for the surgeries that will be performed on June 24 and 25.

“It’s sad to see that so many undocumented immigrants were found in this condition, and two of them lost their lives. It’s heartbreaking,” Rodriguez said.

March 28 is Diabetes Alert Day, and The Texas Diabetes Institute wants to remind everyone to get their glucose (sugar) levels checked.

A San Antonio man who said a hospital failed to sedate him during an outpatient procedure last fall went as far as to get an independent drug screening to prove the powerful drugs were not in his system.

The Robert B. Green historical building in downtown San Antonio has been deemed unsafe by structural engineers following damage from an earthquake.

University Health and the San Antonio Food Bank are partnering up for World Diabetes Day by holding a public health fair on Nov. 14, according to a news release.

A Texas veteran who faced an uphill when looking for coverage for his living donor through the Veterans Choice Program led the effort to change a system flaw to help others.

November is Prematurity Awareness Month. The NICU can be a frightening place, and medical separation of babies from their parents is a difficult experience for the baby as well as the parents.

Why are so many children sick right now? Dr. Mandie Tibball Svatek, University Health pediatric hospitalist and UT Health SA associate professor answers some of parents' most asked questions.

Why are so many children sick right now? Dr. Mandie Tibball Svatek, University Health pediatric hospitalist and UT Health SA associate professor answers some of parents' most asked questions.

Dr. Bryan Alsip, the Chief Medical Officer with University Health, answered some commonly asked questions.

Funds raised support brain tumor research, advocacy programs at University Health and other brain cancer programs

As the only locally owned and operated health system in San Antonio and Bexar County, University Health is working to serve the health needs of our community today and into the future.

University Health will begin offering the Pfizer-BioNTech bivalent COVID-19 vaccine starting Tuesday to provide a new layer of protection against the Omicron variant.

Sept. 5 9:00 a.m. - UPDATE: All phone lines have been restored.

The free shots will be offered to anyone 6 months and older, but advance registration is required.

A large new study found the rates of advanced cervical cancers are spiking, with unusual increases in white women, and experts are trying to find out why.

University Health director of hospital epidemiology Dr. Jason Bowling answers some of the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19, boosters, new vaccines and new CDC recommendations.

University Health director of hospital epidemiology Dr. Jason Bowling addresses concerns about monkeypox symptoms, testing, transmission and treatments.

A COVID-19 vaccine built on traditional technology is now available for unvaccinated adults 18 and older at University Health’s Robert B. Green pharmacy clinic.

The summer heat has been grueling, and dealing with it can be a major concern for athletes, diabetics, and seniors. Adults and children are also at greater risk and may not know it.

A 10-year-old girl who survived the unthinkable when a gunman opened fire inside of Robb Elementary School just over two months ago has been released from University Hospital in San Antonio.

Talk to health experts July 27th during the KSAT Community Vaccine Phone Bank.

One of the planned hospitals is earmarked for a site near the Retama Park Racetrack in nearby Selma. The other would be built next to the Texas A&M University-San Antonio campus on the city’s South Side.

Parents will soon be able to schedule their children to get a COVID-19 vaccine from University Health as COVID-19 positivity rates swell in San Antonio.

It’s been a week heavy in emotion and passion since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, paving the way for states to impose bans on abortion. Two renowned San Antonio doctors are setting both of those aside to focus on the science and lay out some legitimate health dangers.

County Judge Nelson Wolff, County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores and University Health CEO George Hernandez will brief the public about how the county is responding to this tragedy.

Some local parents jumped at the opportunity to get their young ones some added protection against COVID-19.

San Antonio Metro Health announced Tuesday it will offer the COVID-19 vaccine to children, ages 6 months older.

Firearms have become the leading cause of death in children and adults. In the U.S., mass shootings across Texas and the nation have captured headlines.

After the Uvalde school shooting, like many mass shootings, mental health became a topic of discussion among politicians after the public demanded change in gun laws.

Dr. Mandie Svatek, a pediatric specialist at University Hospital, answered some commonly asked questions about the vaccine for children age 5 and under.

On the heels of a tragic event like the shooting at Robb Elementary that claimed the lives of 19 students and two teachers, it’s more important than ever for people to understand trauma.

Noah Orona was released from Methodist Children’s Hospital, his family told ABC News.

There is an official fund set up by the Uvalde city leaders and community to help the families of the victims there.

University Health pediatric specialist, Dr. Mandie Svatek, answered some commonly asked questions as COVID cases across the U.S. and here in Bexar County begin to rise again.

When the sudden onset of a physical injury requires immediate medical attention, what do you do while you wait for first responders?

May 19 marks National Stop the Bleed Day, and it’s a great time to get the word out about how anybody can help save a life by learning a simple skill.

If your family has recently been hit with a stomach bug, it may be the highly contagious norovirus, which is making unusual rounds this spring.

Although they are never expected, emergencies happen and can take on a life of their own if not managed swiftly.

University Health and Safe2Save.org have partnered to support a safer community and elevate awareness through the Safe2Save mobile app.

The CDC and World Health Organization have sent out recent alerts about a new investigation into severe hepatitis in children. One has died and 17 have had liver transplants.

We’ve usually moved on from the flu in late April and are more focused on pollen allergies and other circulating viruses. However, this year is different.

Arthritis is a condition that affects more than 58.5 million adults in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The long waitlists at the two San Antonio long COVID clinics show how many people are actually experiencing it. Even those who had mild COVID symptoms could end up with strong lingering effects.

Bexar County and University Health on Tuesday morning are expected to announce the creation of a Public Health Division.

People are encouraged to assess their risk for developing type 2 diabetes on Diabetes Alert Day.

For 30 years, San Antonio AirLIFE has been serving South Texas, responding to the most critical care needs. These last two years have presented a new set of challenges, but their focus and dedication has remained the same.

Dr. Bryan Alsip, the chief medical officer with University Health System answered some frequently asked questions about COVID-19 boosters, how our immune system works and the latest mask guidance.

After 14 months in operation with more than 500,000 COVID-19 shots administered, the vaccine center will close at 6 p.m. on Friday.

Theron and Kelci Jagge have been at the side of their newly adopted special needs son, four-year-old Ruslan, in the intensive care unit at University Health since they flew back into town last Wednesday.

As we consider February’s American Heart Month activities for good heart health, a group of parents would like for you to also be aware of their battles fought by their children with heart issues.

Last week, U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar's office released a spreadsheet listing federal Provider Relief Fund payments to Bexar County providers, totaling about $224 million.

Did you know that heart disease kills one out of every four people who die in the United States each year?

University Health Epidemiologist Dr. Jason Bowling answers commonly asked questions about the omicron variant, testing and vaccines.

University Health Epidemiologist Dr. Jason Bowling answers questions about whether COVID and the COVID-19 vaccine affects fertility.

University Health Epidemiologist Dr. Jason Bowling answered some frequently asked questions about the effectiveness of different kinds of masks.

A CDC report shows kids 18 years old and younger with COVID-19 are more likely to develop diabetes.

After a weeklong trial, a federal jury decided Bexar County and University Health system were not liable for the treatment of a mentally ill woman who abruptly died in jail.

University Health’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Bryan Alsip, answered some of the most-asked questions about COVID-19 and the new omicron variant, which now accounts for a majority of new cases.

What’s next for the mass vaccination clinic as the omicron surge continues and approval from the CDC is pending for kids as young as 12 to get a booster?

COVID hospitalizations in Bexar County have increased by more than 75% from just one week ago.

People who are only mildly to moderately ill with COVID-like symptoms are urged to monitor and manage their symptoms at home so emergency room doctors can manage the most critically ill patients.

Based on the rate of transmission of COVID-19 within the first five days of infection, Dr. Bryan Alsip, University Health’s chief medical officer, said he is “pretty comfortable” with the new recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A Devine woman and her family finally met the baby whose life she had a part in saving by becoming a living organ donor.

University Health first began sending positive COVID-19 tests for sequencing in March. So far, the omicron variant has not been detected.

The most wonderful time of the year also has a reputation for being among the most dangerous, as it’s traditionally responsible for approximately 16,000 injuries annually stemming from Christmas decorating activities.

Autopsies of COVID-19 patients have shown physical evidence of direct damage to the pancreas, specifically the beta cell that produces insulin.

Appointments for the children’s COVID-19 vaccine are still available each day this week at University Health's mass clinic.

Having undergone a difficult childbirth three months earlier, Christina Psencik said she was completely taken aback when her husband Eric was told he was suffering end-stage renal failure.

Researchers need 900 adults for a study that aims to understand why some people have prolonged symptoms or returning symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 which causes COVID-19.

Many moms experience postpartum depression or the “baby blues”, and it’s usually a mix of depression and anxiety, caused by huge hormonal shifts after giving birth.

Noticing any changes to your breast? If so you want medical answers fast.

Having the first oral medication to treat COVID-19 patients with mild to moderate symptoms but at risk of severe disease would be “a great additional asset,” said Dr. Bryan Alsip, University Health chief medical officer.

As the FDA is expected to soon authorize COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 5-11, Dr. Mandie Svatek, a pediatric specialist with University Health, provides some insight.

As the Food and Drug Administration moves toward authorizing the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children between ages five and 11, University Health Dr. Mandie Svatek broke down some common concerns parents might have about the shot.

University Health will soon be building a new hospital after members of the Bexar County Hospital District Board of Managers on Tuesday approved a $10.4 million purchase of land on the South Side.

University Health on Friday reopened the Wonderland of the Americas mall COVID-19 vaccination site to administer Pfizer booster shots.

Platelets and Type O donations are needed most, but all blood donations are welcome.

San Antonio and Bexar County residents have an opportunity to get the flu shot for free starting this weekend.

Pulmonologist Dr. Marc Chalaby knows how to hold a secret. And he had a good reason to.

University Health and Bexar County are partnering to make flu shots free and as convenient as possible this year by hosting four drive-thru flu shot events over the next two months.

A San Antonio woman with a mental illness claims she nearly died while in Bexar County Sheriff’s Office custody late last year after suffering a lithium overdose at the jail, according to a federal lawsuit filed this month.

In the video released on Friday, Dr. Jason Bowling addresses COVID-19 antibodies, breakthrough infections and why more kids are being hospitalized with COVID-19.

As hospitalization numbers continued to shoot up Thursday, driven by unvaccinated residents, hospitals in the San Antonio area are feeling the squeeze.

University Health announced Tuesday it is once again implementing its COVID-19 visitor restrictions due to rising infections and hospitalizations.

With the recent rise in the number of hospitalizations in San Antonio, coupled with a concern over the Delta variant, University Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Bryan Alsip answered a series of frequently asked questions.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused trauma for some, and one health group is informing Bexar County residents on how to seek help and support as we get back to normalcy.

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