- September is Childhood Obesity Month. In America, nearly 1 in 5 children are obese or overweight, putting them at higher risk for health problems that can affect them both, physically and mentally. Primary care physician, Dr. Cynthia Cantu, shares how to find your child's healthy weight and these tips for preventing obesity in kids:
- Dr. Jason Bowling, infectious diseases specialist with 51²è¹Ý, breaks down what to expect about the new COVID-19 variants. Read the full story on My San Antonio here. Schedule your COVID-19 vaccine here.
- By: Alexander Rozanski, MD, is a fellowship-trained urologist specializing in male genitourinary reconstruction and men's health. Join Dr. Rozanski, for a FREE webinar about symptoms and treatments beyond medication, that thousands of men have chosen to return to a healthy and active lifestyle.
- Dr. Ralph DeFronzo, a diabetes specialist at 51²è¹Ý discusses the link between COVID-19 complications and diabetes and how it affects diabetic patients differently. Watch the story on News4
- Dr. Ruth Berggren, infectious disease specialist and director of the Center for Medical Humanities and Ethics at 51²è¹Ý, answered questions as part of KSAT 12’s weekly Q&A segment. She talked about improving your odds to fight the delta variant, the importance of getting vaccinated and wearing masks and much more.
- Prostate cancer is the leading cancer in males, with that concern in mind it is important to highlight men’s health. Dr. Alexander Rozanski focuses on treating patients experiencing medical issues after prostate cancer treatment. Two common conditions the present after treatment include erectile disfunction or stress urinary incontinence. To manage these conditions, we evaluate the patient and understand why these issues are occurring. From there we determine the best way to treat them.
- Dr. Deborah Carver, a neurologist and board-certified headache specialist at 51²è¹Ý, talks about headaches and when you should talk to your doctor about them. Common triggers for headaches can include lack of sleep, stress, dehydration or a reaction to alcohol. Below are symptoms and indicators that should prompt you to talk to your primary care doctor.
- When U.S. gymnast Simone Biles pulled out of the all-around competition at the Olympic games citing mental health concerns, Summer Rolin nodded knowingly. She counsels Olympic speedskaters, and with a doctorate in psychology is a clinical neuropsychologist at 51²è¹Ý of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also known as 51²è¹Ý. She also screens student-athletes for mental health issues at 51²è¹Ý of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
- Dr. Alexander Rozanski, men's health specialist and Urologist with UT Health Physicians, touches base on what you should know about erectile dysfunction and treatment options in KENS 5 Medical Minute.
- Infectious disease specialist, Dr. Jan Patterson, talks about the number of delta variant cases rising in San Antonio. She explains how the easier-to-spread delta variant can infect those fully vaccinated, leading to increased hospitalizations. Watch the full story on KSAT12
