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Battling election stress disorder with election day hours away

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:53:20 GMT

Experts say seven out of every 10 people claim to have the condition

The San Antonio Zoo unveils a blood pressure monitoring station for guests

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:48:19 GMT

The program is a partnership with Methodist and the American Heart Association.

Life-threatening recall issued on 55,000 pounds of blueberries

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:06:19 GMT

The FDA classified the recall at "Class I" severity, meaning there's a potential of serious health consequences or death.

Healthy SA | Heart disease among young people is on the rise

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:59:09 GMT

An overall change in lifestyle including more screens and less physical activity is largely to blame.

Potential 'holy grail' nasal spray that may protect against COVID-19, flu and pneumonia aims for human trials

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:08:22 GMT

The tool may be the next step in the once-mythical idea of a universal vaccine, researchers said.

Your bedroom temperature could affect your heart health

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:34:14 GMT

If you keep your bedroom above 75 degrees, researchers say your heart could suffer.

Blue Cross Blue Shield to begin paying $2.6B after class-action lawsuit: Are you eligible?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:56:13 GMT

The money stems from a settlement reached with the health insurance giant nearly six years ago.

CDC: Nearly 1,000 US measles cases confirmed in first two months of 2026

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:01:45 GMT

The number of confirmed cases so far this year are already nearing the total number of cases identified in 2025, according to the U.S. CDC.

San Antonio community health event provides screenings, STI education, fresh produce

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 21:25:41 GMT

Similar outreach efforts are planned in the coming months.

For $5, you can call this Live Oak rage room and say whatever you want

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 04:24:51 GMT

A Live Oak rage room launches a $5 scream line after a woman called just to yell, as research shows anger-release services are growing — especially among women.

Healthy SA: Doctors share tips for year-round heart health, stress importance of routine screenings

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 23:25:09 GMT

February is American Heart Month but doctors say making sure your heart is healthy is a year-round goal.

Cancer victims to get $7.25 billion from Bayer under proposed Roundup settlement

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:31:49 GMT

Thousands of lawsuits alleging the company failed to warn Roundup users that the product causes cancer would be settled by the payments.

'We're still in shock' | Community gathers to honor Stevens High School football player who died after collapsing at practice

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:29:43 GMT

"I don't know how we're going to get through it, and how we're going to go on, but we have to," said Melissa Verastegui, Family friend.

Offering hope to those who are struggling to battle cancer

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:33:11 GMT

Hope Lodge opening a new location in San Antonio's Medical Center later this year

SA Councilwoman Teri Castillo pushes for plan to divert mental health cases from Bexar County Jail

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:15:39 GMT

The city has decided to move $30,000 from SAPD’s budget for a feasibility study on having a diversion and recovery center in San Antonio.

Healthy SA: Your healing timeline and how you can recover from illness or injury faster

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:43:29 GMT

Everybody heals at a different rate, experts say you just have to do what is best for your body.

Winter Olympics: Chinese snowboarder taken off on stretcher after scary fall trying to qualify for women's halfpipe

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:55:13 GMT

There was no immediate word from the Chinese team on Liu's status, but she was taken off the course on a stretcher after the fall.

Texas cycling team in shock after teen hit by truck, another diagnosed with leukemia on same day

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:14:44 GMT

A tragic day for the Heart of Texas Junior Cycling team is highlighting the resilience of two young athletes facing life-altering challenges.

Meet Josie, the baby operated on by doctors before she was born

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:37:38 GMT

After undergoing surgery before birth and spending months in intensive care, Andres and Kaylee Rivas’ daughter, Josie, is now thriving.

'Go Red For Women' raises awareness about a heart disease epidemic among women

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:07:39 GMT

Rates of heart disease among women are higher than men, which is why women need to keep up with heart health even more.

Mikaela Shiffrin is back at the Winter Olympics: When and how to watch her compete

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:14:38 GMT

After her 2022 Olympic setback, Mikaela Shiffrin is scaling back the number of events she is competing in for the 2026 Winter Games.

Repackaged M&M’s distributed in 20 states recalled by promotion company

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:54:27 GMT

The recall covers promotional packages of M&M's distributed in 20 states that contain undeclared milk, soy and peanut ingredients.

Community rallies to support family of baby battling stage 3 liver cancer

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:12:19 GMT

The parents of a Valley baby girl battling stage three liver cancer are thanking the community that’s helping with their mounting medical bills.

How a heart condition a woman didn't know she had caused her to temporarily go blind

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:46:51 GMT

"Twenty to thirty percent of the world has a PFO. You'll never know it," said Dr. Khaled Khalaf.

Trump administration launches TrumpRx website for discounted drugs

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:47:38 GMT

President Trump first mentioned TrumpRx in September, highlighting deals with pharmaceutical companies to lower drug prices.

South Texas Blood & Tissue, UTSA team up for 210 Day blood drive

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 23:22:41 GMT

UTSA and South Texas Blood & Tissue partner up for the second annual 210 Day Blood Drive, aiming to collect at least 210 blood donations in honor of UTSA 210 Day.

Healthy SA: Reducing both obesity and colon cancer risk with GLP-1s

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:50:56 GMT

The popular injectables have shown an indirect side effect of reducing risk of colon cancer along with weight loss.

Congressman Castro calls for Dilley detention facility to 'shut down' amid measles cases. Here's what to know about the virus.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:25:36 GMT

Those most at risk include unvaccinated people, those traveling internationally and young children under 5.

Confirmed measles cases at federal detention center in Dilley, congressman's office says

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:18:01 GMT

Minnesota boy Liam Conejo Ramos had just departed the facility over the weekend, but officials say he wouldn't have been released if there was "risk of exposure."

Dangerous fly threatening people and livestock making its way towards Texas

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:41:07 GMT

Gov. Abbot is taking action and warning that the fly "poses a serious threat to Texas livestock industry and wildlife."

'All hands on deck' | US prepares for possible infestations of flesh-eating fly as Texas issues disaster declaration

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:52:55 GMT

Numerous federal agencies recently conducted a simulation exercise in preparation for the pest's possible U.S. arrival.

What is the Nipah virus? What to know as India confirms 2 cases

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:54:05 GMT

Two confirmed cases of the rare virus prompted the WHO and other health officials to activate their outbreak responses.

Salmonella outbreak linked to supplements sickens people in over half of US states

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:38:33 GMT

A leaf used in multiple "superfood" products is, instead, causing illnesses in people across the country, Food and Drug Administration Officials said.

Over 80K decaf Keurig pods may contain caffeine, FDA recall warns

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:05:23 GMT

The FDA has issued a Class II recall for over 80,000 McCafe coffee pods labeled as decaf that may contain caffeine. Sold in three states, they pose health risks.

Healthy SA: Life-saving vaccines for those with chronic conditions is a must

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:03:19 GMT

If you are dealing with a chronic illness, being vaccinated against other diseases becomes much more important.

Consumer Reports finds lower lead levels in popular chocolate protein powders

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:55:29 GMT

New testing found five popular protein powders contain less lead and arsenic than other products flagged in an earlier Consumer Reports investigation.

Pediatricians reject CDC vaccine changes, back routine childhood shots

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:12:18 GMT

The American Academy of Pediatrics says it will continue recommending routine vaccines against 18 diseases despite a revised CDC schedule.

Days of extreme cold could cause serious illness to those exposed

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:47:51 GMT

Children and the elderly need extra care when temperatures drop for a long period of time.

Snow may look clean, but it can contain pollutants

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:37:51 GMT

Forget yellow snow, here's why you really shouldn't eat any snow on the ground.

Shoveling snow and snowblower safety: How high is your heart attack risk?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:45:47 GMT

Freezing air, constricted blood vessels and the sudden strain of lifting heavy, wet snow can seriously increase your heart attack risk in a short amount of time.