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What the pandemic has taught San Antonio about health equity

WEBSeveral state and local approaches to health equity were discussed during the San Antonio Report’s latest panel discussion in its medical forum series. The virtual event also …

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Meet Claude Jacob, director of San Antonio Metro Health District

WEBJust after Claude Jacob started his new job as director of the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District, the city hosted a meet-and-greet with local media outlets.. Given the …

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Bexar County's new health department will focus on access, …

WEBBexar County’s new public health department will collaborate, not duplicate, officials say. by Iris Dimmick May 3, 2022. University Health teamed up with Bexar County for this flu …

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Health Collaborative report reveals health disparities across Bexar …

WEBThe first triennial health study on Bexar County residents since the pandemic began revealed “some glimpses of improvement” from previous reports, but overall, social, …

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CityFest: Turning redlining into 'greenlining' with health equity

WEBAcross the country, communities of color have been disproportionally impacted by the coronavirus pandemic in terms of economic and health outcomes, said Dr. Somava …

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Newly formed workgroup tackles food insecurity in San Antonio

WEBThe resulting health equity network food insecurity workgroup meets monthly to focus on three goals officials say will decrease food insecurity in Bexar County: Stable housing, …

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How health care changed in San Antonio during COVID-19

WEBHow the pandemic changed access to health care for San Antonio. by Raquel Torres October 30, 2023. COVID-19 worsened some health care barriers like difficulty getting …

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Project trains 'promotores' to build trust in San Antonio communities

WEBThe students were undergoing training to become community health workers, or “promotores,” across the South Texas area. The health literacy project called Health …

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San Antonio Faces ‘Growing Epidemic’ of Obesity, Diabetes

WEBBexar County and the rest of the country face an “epidemic” of diabetes and obesity, and if current health trends continue, future generations can expect shorter life spans and …

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7,000+ beds and counting: Map pinpoints San Antonio's hospitals

WEB6700 IH 10 West, San Antonio. Methodist Hospital – Stone Oak. 1139 East Sonterra Boulevard, San Antonio. Methodist Children’s Hospital. 7700 Floyd Curl Drive, San …

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How does San Antonio's higher diabetes rate impact the workforce

WEBComplications surrounding diabetes include nerve damage and poor blood circulation, which can lead to ulcers on the feet that quickly worsen — often complicating someone’s …

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How safe are San Antonio hospitals

WEBA hospital safety report published Monday shows that most San Antonio hospitals improved in preventing medical errors, accidents and infections since the spring, while some …

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State opens new, 300-bed psychiatric hospital in San Antonio

WEBState officials opened the doors recently to a new psychiatric hospital in San Antonio, replacing an aging facility and increasing capacity none too soon. Texas Health and …

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Plenty COVID-19 treatment options available in Bexar County

WEBThis article has been updated. Recent data in Bexar County indicates a slow climb in COVID-19 infections, although as in many places, hospitalizations and deaths remain …

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March of Dimes report highlights maternity care deserts in Texas

WEBMore than 46% of Texas’ 254 counties are defined as “maternity care deserts,” according to a report released Tuesday by the nonprofit March of Dimes. In the report, which uses …

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Pandemic, population growth spur hospital building boom

WEBExpected to open in summer 2023, the new, 12-story Women’s and Children’s Hospital at University Hospital will serve women, babies and children in the San Antonio region. The …

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Where I Work: Ella Austin Community Center

WEBNow, I work with the WestCare Foundation, a behavioral health organization housed at the Ella Austin Community Center that serves San Antonio and Laredo.I serve as the …

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University Health CEO George Hernández to retire in 2024

WEBUniversity Health on Friday announced that George B. Hernández Jr., who has served as the health system’s president and CEO for 19 years, would retire in 2024. Hernández, …

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