2023-10-19 21:22
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2023-10-19 19:39
Experts say drinking more water and less alcohol can improve brain health. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor News
reduced volume in certain regions of the brain.
Researchers s… Read More
2023-10-19 15:53
As the weather cools down and more people head indoors, the risk for certain respiratory viruses like influenza, RSV and COVID is expected to increase. Image for illustration purposesMega Do… Read More
2023-10-18 19:37
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John Guerra, D.O. to the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor. The Task Force coordinates i… Read More
2023-10-18 16:49
South Texas College international student Maynor Antunez has found a path for himself that he never anticipated in the Medical Assistant Technology program after overcoming several struggles… Read More
2023-10-18 15:57
Drink water throughout the day to help avoid reoccurring kidney stones. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor News
By Mayo Clinic Staff
Kidney stones are small, hard deposits… Read More
2023-10-18 15:40
More than 41,000 new cases of primary liver cancer and intrahepatic bile duct cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year, and nearly 30,000 people will die of these diseases, according t… Read More
2023-10-18 14:23
TSTC Vocational Nursing student Cassandra Garcia (right) practices injecting insulin into a practice pad on the arm of fellow classmate Juanita Guajardo during a recent lab session. (Photo c… Read More
2023-10-17 19:30
We find it harder to remember key details about our lives and our loved ones, or mix up basic facts about the world. About one in 10 adults aged 65 and over have dementia, and 22% have some… Read More
2023-10-17 19:08
A new study by Australian researchers has shown that fluctuating blood pressure can increase the risk of dementia and vascular problems in older people. Image for illustration purp… Read More
2023-10-17 18:49
“So essentially dense breast tissue refers to the amount of milk ducts and connective tissue in the breast,” said Laura Dean, MD, diagnostic radiologist for Cleveland Clinic. &ld&hell…Read More
2023-10-16 21:51
Now is the time to compare your current coverage to all your choices for 2024 and select the plan that best fits your needs and budget. For more information, visit Medicare.gov or… Read More
2023-10-16 21:15
Photo from 2022, DHR Health and La Salud Del Valle with guest runway models at the Annual Breast Cancer Survivors Fashion Show. This year’s event will take place on October 18th (Breas… Read More
2023-10-16 19:35
Being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer at age 27 forced me to grow up quickly. Now, I’m on a mission to help other cancer survivors cope and share their stories. Image courtes… Read More
2023-10-13 18:58
DHR Health proudly announces the recertification of its Cardiac Rehab program. The recertification signifies that DHR Health’s Program is committed to providing high-quality patient ca… Read More
2023-10-13 16:24
Zhen Xu, Ph.D., invented histotripsy « Tumor-destroying soundwaves receive FDA approval for liver treatment in humans. Photo Credit: University of Michigan via NewswiseMega Doctor News… Read More
2023-10-13 15:48
Hand, foot and mouth disease is extremely contagious, spreading through close, personal contact such as kissing, hugging, coughing and sneezing, contact with feces&n&hell…Read More
2023-10-13 15:08
In honor of World Mental Health Day (WHMD), South Texas College’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society: Beta Epsilon Mu chapter partnered with STC’s Office of Counseling and Student Acc… Read More
2023-10-13 14:24
Improper disposal of medication can lead to lost drugs, environmental contamination, and misuse. To combat this issue, the UNIDAD Coalition, in collaboration with the DEA and other community… Read More
2023-10-12 19:21
This October marks the first ever Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month in Texas as established by Governor Greg Abbott earlier this year. In order to help the state continue its figh… Read More
2023-10-12 15:32
Non-melanoma skin cancers accounted for more deaths worldwide than melanoma because they are much more common. Image for illustration purposesMedical News Today
Non-melanoma skin cancers… Read More
2023-10-12 15:13
AssessYourRisk, a new online, cancer risk assessment and educational tool developed and offered by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The online tool uses a simple quiz to provide an individualiz… Read More
2023-10-12 14:44
With every pump of our heart, blood courses through our arteries and veins, carrying oxygen and nutrients through our body. But as we age, blood vessels can stiffen, blockages can build up… Read More
2023-10-12 14:09
Hispanics and Latinos with chronic kidney disease are at significant risk for suffering from sudden cardiac arrest, according to a new study from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. I… Read More
2023-10-12 13:36
An estimated 80-100 million people in the United States have fatty liver disease yet many do not know they have it, risking liver failure and liver cancer if left untreated, according to the… Read More
2023-10-11 16:42
South Texas College student Jarecy Elizondo has returned to college to prove that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams, even after years of dedicating herself wholeheartedly to th… Read More
2023-10-10 21:07
Getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge with the pressures of daily life; but for people living with a chronic sleeping disorder and their bed mates, gettin… Read More
2023-10-10 19:34
New research suggests another potential biomarker and trigger for Parkinson’s disease. Image for illustration purposesMedical News Today
Researchers from the University of Copenhag… Read More
2023-10-10 18:56
Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare type of breast cancer. It only accounts for one to five percent of all breast cancer cases, but it’s important to know your risk and the… Read More
2023-10-10 18:27
“Having open communication is paramount to a parent-child relationship – for a child to be able to trust their parents and share they’ve been feeling anxious or depressed… Read More
2023-10-10 15:45
As bodies get older, individuals can begin to experience joint pain and stiffness. But those symptoms may also indicate that a person may have developed arthritis, which is the swelling and… Read More
2023-10-09 18:07
AltaCair and Western Governors University (WGU) to address health equity, value-based care, and nursing workforce challenges of Texas’ Rio Grande Valley (… Read More
2023-10-09 16:20
Last month, the hospital’s asthma program was once again recertified for another two years, confirming the program follows all standards, uses clinical practice guidelines and meets pe… Read More
2023-10-09 15:32
The vast majority of people who have a minimally invasive heart valve replacement procedure do not participate in recommended cardiac rehabilitation, a Michigan Medicine-led study… Read More
2023-10-06 21:21
Teens and young adults are at increased risk for meningococcal disease. Meningococcal disease is a very serious illness where death can occur in as little as a few hours. Talk with a do… Read More
2023-10-06 20:33
Heart issues and infection are linked in many ways. One is inflammation, said Dr. Saate Shakil, an assistant professor of cardiology at the University of California, San Francisco. Image for… Read More
2023-10-06 15:40
“Physician assistants play an indispensable role in ensuring accessible, high-quality healthcare services for our fellow Texans, with many serving in our rural and underserved communit… Read More
2023-10-06 15:22
South Texas College’s Starfish department held its first group mixer that it hopes will be a resource for families, students and staff looking for support in the fight against cancer… Read More
2023-10-06 14:11
To recognize Quiroz and Rodriguez’s swift, lifesaving and life-changing action, South Texas Health System held a surprise ceremony at the Weslaco City Hall to honor them as the system… Read More
2023-10-05 18:59
Vaccine manufacturers have projected that they will supply the United States with as many as 156.2 million to 170 million doses of influenza vaccines for the 2023-2024 season. Image for illu… Read More
2023-10-05 18:27
An individual diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at age 30 years could see their life expectancy fall by as much as 14 years, an international team of researchers has warned. Image for ill… Read More
2023-10-05 16:39
For the second year in a row, South Texas College Vocational Nursing students recently participated in El Faro Health and Therapeutics annual Alzheimer’s Awareness Event/Walk by practi… Read More
2023-10-05 16:08
As we head into the respiratory virus season, taking advantage of the protection vaccines offer is crucial. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor News
CLEVELAND CLINIC –… Read More
2023-10-05 13:48
Amy Ramirez, Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Researcher of the DHR Health Institute for Research and Development (left) and
Vanessa Vale-Saenz, Vice President of the DHR Health Behavioral H… Read More
2023-10-04 15:44
The agency has chosen three hubs (Texas, Cambridge, and Washington DC). Dallas will host the Customer Experience Hub, with Austin, Houston, and San Antonio also heavily involved. Image for i… Read More
2023-10-03 20:49
Dr. Jose E. Igoa, DHR Health Psychiatrist and Medical Director of the DHR Health Behavioral Hospital has been the driving force behind the organization of the Annual Behavioral Medicine Conf… Read More
2023-10-03 20:10
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, breast surgeons with the ACS discuss what every woman should know about breast cancer — and why caring for patients through survivorship remains an i… Read More
2023-10-03 18:51
A Cornell-led collaboration built a 3D in-vitro model of a functional human lymphatic vessel that revealed a surprising mechanism that can jam up the necessary drainage: a protein expressed… Read More
2023-10-03 18:29
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended the first RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, vaccine for pregnant women to help protect their newborns against the resp… Read More
2023-10-03 16:25
Bullying can affect everyone—the individuals being bullied, those who bully and even those who witness bullying—and is linked to several negative outcomes, including impacts on m… Read More
2023-10-02 20:03
idalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner David L. Fuentes along with the City of Weslaco, will host the 3rd Annual Breast Cancer awareness walk at 8 a.m. on Saturday, October 7th to raise aware… Read More
2023-10-02 16:06
Pictured from left to right are: Gia (daughter), Jordan (son), JoAnne Perez-Pena (Cha Chas 5K organizer) and her husband, David Pena. JoAnne and her beloved family have been organizing the C… Read More
2023-10-02 15:37
or a second year in a row, Los Pinos Hardware is launching a month-long fundraising campaign in support of breast cancer awareness benefiting the Renaissance Cancer Foundation. Courtesy imag… Read More
2023-09-29 20:43
South Texas Health System Edinburg stands as a pioneer in addressing this issue, being the first hospital south of San Antonio to introduce the Inspire Sleep Apnea Innovation. This groundbre… Read More
2023-09-29 16:46
Breast cancer is most treatable when caught early. The breast cancer mortality rate has dropped 43% since 1989 because of earlier detection and improved treatments. Image for illustration pu… Read More
2023-09-28 21:10
Closing research gaps and building a more robust body of evidence on the efficacy and value of clinical Food Is Medicine programs could greatly improve the treatment and prevention of many s… Read More
2023-09-28 20:28
A study investigates whether sucralose is a safer alternative to gut health compared to sugar. Image for illustration purposesMedical News Today
The continual rise in obesity worldwide ha… Read More
2023-09-28 19:36
While researchers continue to make advancements in cancer detection and treatment for breast cancer, one of the best ways to tackle the disease is through early detection and screening… Read More
2023-09-28 16:36
Breast cancer is most often found in women, but men can get breast cancer too. About 1 out of every 100 breast cancers diagnosed in the United States is found in a man. Image for illustratio… Read More
2023-09-28 16:00
“An allergist can help you find out exactly what you’re allergic to,” Dr. Preston said. “If you’ve tried different over-the-counter interventions with no improv… Read More
2023-09-28 15:39
South Texas College Assistant Professor of Psychological Sciences and 2023 Faculty of the Year Alex Sarabia was recently recognized for his excellence in the world of psychology education wh… Read More
2023-09-28 14:08
Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez and Hope Family Health Center have partnered to offer EMDR Therapy Mental Health Consortium 2.0 aimed at non-profit sector licensed mental health… Read More
2023-09-27 19:28
Patient visitation in Pu Tong Village, Cambodia. Dr Deng SerongKea (left), WHO National Technical Officer of HIV, TB and Hepatitis, speaks to Mr. In, a fully cured TB patient together with h… Read More
2023-09-27 16:17
Don’t worry about your hips or knees as you age. Arthritis in those joints isn’t inevitable. Keep doing the activities you enjoy. Those hopeful words come from Raf… Read More
2023-09-27 15:51
A new study including Linda Pescatello, distinguished professor of kinesiology in UConn’s College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, found that adding a… Read More
2023-09-27 14:18
During the seminar, taking place in the Conference Room at South Texas Health System Heart, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the risk factors and warning signs of respir… Read More
2023-09-27 13:34
Established in 2021, the UTRGV Master of Science (MS) in Dietetics Program aims to prepare graduates for practice as Registered Dietitian Nutritionists who focus on ensuring food a… Read More
2023-09-26 16:16
Triple-negative breast cancer is a kind of breast cancer that does not have any of the receptors that are commonly found in breast cancer. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor New… Read More
2023-09-26 15:53
“Just because a person has a smartphone doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re using it the way that we think they are,”. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor Ne… Read More
2023-09-26 15:30
For the study, researchers analyzed blood samples from 268 people who had either experienced long COVID symptoms for an average of one year; had been infected with COVID-19 but had fully rec… Read More
2023-09-26 15:10
A long-serving registered nurse became the first graduate of the Leadership & Educational Advancement for RNs (LEARN) Clinical Ladder Program, a program created to pr… Read More
2023-09-22 19:44
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease involves parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. It begins with mild memory lo… Read More
2023-09-22 19:25
New population data from 2022 show 22 states have an adult obesity prevalence at or above 35%, compared to 19 states in 2021. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor News
New populatio… Read More
2023-09-22 16:57
In 2020, the latest year for which incidence data are available, in the United States, 18,518 new cases of ovarian cancer were reported among women, and 13… Read More
2023-09-22 16:43
The Molina Healthcare Charitable Foundation, together with Molina Healthcare of Texas (“Molina”), recently donated $10,000 to the Border Area Nutrition Council (B… Read More
2023-09-22 14:09
The new hours of operation will effect Alamo I, Alton, Donna, Edinburg, Elsa, McAllen, Mercedes, Mission, Pharr, Rio Grande City, Roma, San Juan and Weslaco. Image for illustration purp… Read More
2023-09-21 16:14
The Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health will host a Juvenile SIM (Sequential Intercept Model) Mapping in Hidalgo County, which is a workshop to develop a map that illustrates how &hell…Read More
2023-09-21 14:44
Experts say people with psoriasis should have regular check-ups with their doctor. Image for illustration purposesMedical News Today
Researchers report that people with severe psoriasis h… Read More
2023-09-21 14:13
For more than a decade, UNLV professor Arpita Basu has been studying how strawberries can help reduce the risks of diabetes and improve overall metabolic and cardiovascular health… Read More
2023-09-21 13:51
Dr. DeBernardo said since ovarian cancer can be hard to diagnose, women really need to pay attention to their bodies and report any symptoms that have been persistent for more than three wee… Read More
2023-09-20 21:25
Parents and educators—including teachers, administrators, and coaches—can play an important role in protecting youth from e-cigarettes, also known as vapes. As students go back t… Read More
2023-09-20 20:24
Dr. Gogu’s dedication to serving the underserved communities of the Rio Grande Valley aligns perfectly with DHR Health’s mission. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and exp… Read More
2023-09-20 19:35
On Tuesday, September 12, STHS McAllen presented South Texas College and STC Foundation leaders with a $55,000 donation that will aid in the development of much-needed healthcare programs wh… Read More
2023-09-20 18:24
We received $23.5 million in gifts and commitments this fiscal year, the largest total in Driscoll’s 70- year history. Courtesy ImageMega Doctor News
Driscoll, the largest and… Read More
2023-09-20 14:30
TSTC Dental Hygiene students Miguel Delgado (left) and Kayla Montoya (right) practice cleaning teeth on fellow student Oscar Alonso. (Photo courtesy of TSTC.)Mega Doctor News
HARLINGEN, T… Read More
2023-09-19 19:43
Prominent oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Carlos Cruz performs a dental procedure as part of the Texas Mission of Mercy RGV’s Free Dental Clinic. The event, aimed at improving the d… Read More
2023-09-19 18:15
Breast cancer accounts for about 30% of all new cancer cases among women each year, making it the most common cancer among women aside from skin cancers, according to the American Cancer Soc… Read More
2023-09-19 13:46
Texas Oncology, one of the largest community-based oncology practices in the U.S., announced today the expansion of its services in the Rio Grande Valley region to include surgical oncology… Read More
2023-09-19 13:22
DHR Health proudly welcomes Jose Luis Valdes, MD to its esteemed group of physicians at DHR Health Transplant Institute. As a Transplant Nephrologist, Dr. Valdes will evaluate and manage the… Read More
2023-09-18 21:43
Molina Healthcare of Texas, together with Wellness Equity Alliance and Texas A & M Agrilife Extension, will host a Healthy Aging and Active Living Health Expo. Image for illustration pur… Read More
2023-09-18 19:36
Due to a high exposure of chemicals and toxic substances, cancer has risen to be the leading cause of death in the firefighting profession; South Texas College recently collaborated with the… Read More
2023-09-18 19:22
Called RÁPIDO, it stands for Rostro caído, Alteración del equilibrio, Pérdida de la fuerza en el brazo o una pierna, Impedimento visual repentino, Dificultad para… Read More
2023-09-18 18:58
Nationwide, the new findings suggest that 56 million Americans are unknowingly and routinely exposed to toxic secondhand smoke. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor News
By Uni… Read More
2023-09-18 18:38
Pregnant women with a history of substance abuse face a dramatically increased risk of death from heart attack and stroke during childbirth when compared with women without history of… Read More
2023-09-18 18:18
The CDC is recommending anyone six months and older now get the new COVID vaccine to help protect against the virus. Image for illustration purposesMega Doctor News
CLEVEL… Read More
2023-09-18 15:45
The City of El Paso Department of Public Health and the Fire Department are offering a FREE flu vaccine drive-thru event at the El Paso Zoo from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 26… Read More
2023-09-18 14:36
TSTC first-semester Surgical Technology student David Sanchez practices a gowning exercise during a recent lab session. (Photo courtesy of TSTC.)Mega Doctor News
HARLINGEN, Texas –… Read More
2023-09-16 01:38
The Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, Texas, is transformed into a sanctuary for oral health, providing free dental services to the underserved population of Hidalgo County during the Texas Miss… Read More
2023-09-15 21:07
To inquire about taking part in this clinical trial, please contact Dr. Adrienne Casciato at (956) 362-2397 or via email at [email protected]. Casciato and the entire team at the D… Read More
2023-09-15 16:40
Bring your child, and have their car seat checked by a certified technician. For information and to book your appointment call: (956) 362-4531 or (956) 362-4037. Courtesy ImageMega Doctor Ne… Read More
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