Donors will be given free tickets for the Spurs game on October 16, along with a Halloween Boo Crew t-shirt, in exchange for donating blood. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs is partnering with the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center to save as many lives as possible by hosting a blood drive. The […]
Dr. Matthew Neal, co-director of the Trauma and Transfusion Medicine Research Center at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and director of emergency general surgery at UPMC, will lead a new $12.1 million trauma research program funded by the National Institute of Health/National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NIH/NHLBI). The program will allow physician-scientists […]
Interview highlights Overuse injuries in child athletes result from repetitive motions, causing pain near tendon insertions and growth plates, notably in areas like the heel and knee. Rest, nonsteroidal medications, and ice help manage the pain, but immediate relief is often sought despite the necessity for sustained rest. Neglecting proper treatment can lead to severe […]
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SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Spurs are hosting a blood drive on Monday, and donors will receive free game tickets. The annual blood drive is taking place from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Frost Bank Center, located at 1 AT&T Center Pkwy. People can also donate platelets from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The first 400 […]
DETROIT — Taylor Decker had tears rolling down his face. The Detroit Lions have a way of doing that to you, of course, and Decker has now played longer for them than anyone left in this town. He was here when Jim Caldwell was fired, and Bob Quinn too. He was here for every day […]
As Pope Francis’ high-stakes summit on the future of the Catholic Church entered its second week on Oct. 9, the some 460 participating bishops and lay members focused on the theme of “communion” and considered how the church might provide greater welcome to all of its members. The delegates of the Oct. 4-29 Synod of […]
Ovarian cancer, a formidable adversary in the realm of oncology, arises from the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells within or around the ovaries, culminating in the formation of a tumor. Its prevalence is a stark reality, affecting approximately 1.1% of individuals with ovaries during their lifetime. This insidious disease presents a unique challenge in the […]
In recent times, an intriguing trend has emerged, suggesting that sour candy might serve as an unexpected remedy for anxiety and panic attacks. The basic premise behind this unconventional notion is that the intense taste of sour candies can momentarily distract the brain from feelings of anxiety and panic, effectively redirecting the mind’s focus. While […]
In a surprising turn of events, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently reported five cases of locally-acquired malaria in the United States, marking the first such cases in two decades. While the risk of widespread malaria transmission remains low, these cases have raised questions about the factors contributing to the resurgence of […]