Health News

At The South Texas Health System Blog you'll find information you can use to improve your overall health and well-being, and stories about our amazing patients and Healthcare Heroes serving our community.

Understand your allergies

April 25, 2023

Let's dive into the reasons for your pesky itchy eyes and runny noses, and how to avoid them.

The timeline of a stroke – from onset to recovery

April 25, 2023

A stroke can cause chaos. Know what to expect from its start to the recovery process.

After 3 Kidney Transplants, Patient Strives for Normalcy

April 14, 2023

Melissa De Los Rios was just 21 years old and newly married when she discovered her kidneys were failing. More than three decades – and three transplants – later, she continues to aim for a normal life.