Before the pandemic, suicide was the tenth leading cause of death in the United States with an average of 132 Americans dying by suicide each day.
It's more important than ever before to remain connected to those we love, especially if you suspect someone close to you may be struggling during this time.
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Suicide Prevention: save a life | Health Focus San Antonio
WED, SEP 30 AT 6:00 PM CDT
Salud-Arte Art Call: Facebook Live
Jesse Rodriguez became a police officer because he wanted to make a difference in his community. He joined our Protective Services team nine years ago, “because of the compassionate care given to University Health System patients.” Officer Rodriguez says he loves coming to work every day because he gets to “help people from all walks of life and make a difference in their lives.”
We’re looking for dedicated officers like Jesse to serve our patients and their families. If you’re interested in serving our community, we want you to join our Hospital District Police Department! https://bit.ly/2GPlnmR
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. When Cooper's parents found out their son had liver cancer, they were scared for his future. Now, after receiving care at University Hospital, he is cancer-free and back on his toy tractor.
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June 2, 2019 at 10:30 AM ·
When Cooper's parents found out their son had liver cancer, they worried about his future. After receiving care at University Hospital, he is now cancer free. #NationalCancerSurvivorsDay
Flu season is around the corner and with the threat of COVID-19 still circulating within our communities, we need to do everything within our power to prevent getting sick.
Learn why everyone 6 months and older should get vaccinated.
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Not the year to skip the flu shot | Health Focus San Antonio
In 2019, Yvonne Serrano was diagnosed with stage 3c uterine and ovarian cancer moving toward stage 4. Today, she is cancer free and sharing her story for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month!
Read her survival story: http://ow.ly/1Sw450BuWBm
How long does it really take to make a vaccine? Why is it a bad idea to rush a phase 3 trial? And how is the COVID-19 global pandemic different from the 1918 flu, also called the Spanish flu? Dr. Jason Bowling, hospital epidemiologist for University Health, discusses these and other questions surrounding the development of a COVID vaccine.
For many patients, surviving COVID-19 is just the beginning of a long struggle to recover. If they’ve been hospitalized, their doctors may already know they face long-term damage to their heart muscle, scarred lung tissue or respiratory problems because they needed a ventilator.
One of our clinics at University Hospital is providing treatment for patients who have recovered from COVID-19. Learn more about the Post-COVID Recovery Clinic.
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Post COVID-19 recovery clinic | Health Focus San Antonio
If you donate blood in the month of October, you will receive a 2020 Blood Donor Services Fiesta medal!
Only while supplies last!
Schedule your appointment soon: call 210-358-2812 or visit https://bit.ly/34gafaD
Today is International Walk to School Day!
To celebrate, Safe Kids San Antonio would like to encourage you and your family to take a walk in your neighborhood and complete this scavenger hunt. If you register using the link below, you will be entered to win a prize! Registration will close on October 25, 2020. Stay safe and happy hunting!
https://walksafe.rsvpify.com/
**Must be 18 years or older and live in the United States to participate. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook. By participating in this giveaway you agree to a complete release of Facebook from any claims.**
Every year we host Camp University Kids for our pediatric patients where they get to come together and do fun activities. Due to COVID-19, we’ve had to adapt to keep our patients and their families safe.
Today, our patients painted with Whimsy Art (well, sort of). Whimsy Art sent a follow-along video so our patients could paint a fun fox from their hospital bed!
Thank you Whimsy Art for making this possible for our patients!
How do you say “thank you” to a stranger who saved your life by giving you a portion of their liver?
We are honored to share the powerful story of two donors and two recipients who are now connected forever as part of the nation’s first paired exchange for living donor liver donation.
SAT, NOV 21 AT 8:00 AM CST
Drive-Thru Flu Event
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Drive-Thru Flu Event
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Drive-Thru Flu Event
Meet Amelia, a rainbow baby born with six heart defects. We started her care before she was born. Now, Amelia’s had two open heart surgeries with one more still to come. Our team works closely with Amelia and her family to make sure she is a healthy and happy one-year-old.
Have your eating habits slipped during the pandemic? Don’t worry—you’re not alone.
Here are ten quick tips to get your nutrition back on track from registered dietician and diabetes educator, Joel Lien.
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Ten tips to improve your diet now | Health Focus San Antonio
🎊 GIVEAWAY! 🎊
Fiesta may be canceled this year, but we still wanted to celebrate with our community! We are giving away ten of our limited-edition Fiesta medals. These Fiesta medals are typically only for employees. This is your only chance to snag one! To enter to win:
1) Follow our page
2) Like this post
3) Comment with your favorite thing about Fiesta
Winners will be randomly selected on 11/12/2020. Good luck! #VivaFiesta
**Must be 18 years or older and live in the United States to participate. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook. By participating in this giveaway you agree to a complete release of Facebook from any claims.**
