Gabriella Alcorta-Solorio, Texas Community Health News
Gabriella Alcorta-Solorio is a journalism major at Texas State University, minoring in women’s studies. She has previously worked as a photojournalist with The Ranger and has reported on Alzheimer’s and dementia using public health data. She plans to stay in South Texas after graduation to build a career in journalism focused on women’s rights and human rights.
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The facility creates a new resource for dementia caregivers to receive support and for those with dementia to have a stimulating environment to interact with. -
UT Health San Antonio establece una iniciativa para avanzar en la investigación y el tratamiento del uso de sustancias. -
The facility promises new advancements on research and evidence-based treatment.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said maternal mortality — the death of a woman while pregnant or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy — is a crucial health concern. -
The Mujeres Marcharan Coalition advocates for five main goals: Equal Human Rights, living free of oppression, ending militarized borders, calling for ceasefire in Palestine and a sustainable future. -
The San Antonio Food Bank’s Champions against Hunger came back after three years. The exclusive dinner hosted by San Antonio Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich featured the players and coaches serving a gourmet four-course meal to 200 guests. -
When an Alzheimer’s diagnosis happens, a wave of people are affected, and for many that means becoming a caregiver for loved ones. -
The special blood is called low-titer whole blood. Whole blood has all the components in the blood stream—red blood cells, plasma, platelets and various clotting factors that help stop bleeding. -
Research on pre-diabetes intervention and treatment begins with $1.2M award to UT Health San AntonioResearcher Carolina Solis-Herrera was awarded a first-of-its kind award. -
An area of brain tissue thins in people who develop dementia, according to UT Health San Antonio researchers, opening more doors in understanding the harsh disease.
