El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On Wednesday afternoon, the El Paso Fire Department announced, in partnership with University Medical Center, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, the Border Regional Advisory Council and Vitalant, a regional initiative to provide whole blood capabilities for patients.El Paso Fire Chief Jonathan Killings was present at the Regional Command Center
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Originally Published: 21 OCT 26 15:15 ET Updated: 21 OCT 26 15:45 ET By Max Saltman, Barbie Nadeau, Christopher Lamb, CNN (CNN) — Pope Leo XIV’s lung cancer surgery last week was a success and no further treatment is required, the Vatican press office said in a bulletin Wednesday. “The final histological reports and molecular
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — October is ADHD Awareness Month. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders affecting children, but experts believe it’s underdiagnosed in women. There are surprising signs of ADHD that women specifically can struggle with that experts say are often overlooked — and even dismissed. Psychiatric Nurse
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) – New Mexico State University business Alma’s Kitchen owner, Arik Ruiz, recently received a stage four stomach and colon cancer diagnosis. Ruiz made his name known in the Las Cruces community through his strong support for local businesses, student employees and dedication to NMSU’s Latin American programs. In a social media post
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AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Gerber Products Company and Nestlé USA for allegedly deceiving parents about toxic heavy metals in Gerber baby food. Paxton said after Gerber tested its food, results showed dangerous levels of arsenic and lead. “Gerber now posts test results behind a QR code on its labels. But
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The school year is well underway, you may have noticed some things may not be working for your child’s school lunch. What children eat at school is big part of their health growing up, but meal prepping for them can be stressful if they’re not eating healthy enough or not eating what you’re packing them.
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SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from the CDC came to Socorro to explain its initiative of free health examinations to assess the health and nutritional status of people living in the United States. The survey’s Mobile Examination Center (MEC), a fully equipped medical clinic on wheels, travels
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso’s Public Health Department Director resigned, the city confirmed with ABC-7 on Sunday. Dr. Veerinder “Vinny” Taneja’s last day with the city was on Sept. 4. The city said Taneja left the position for “personal and family reasons.” His annual salary at the time of his
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The heavy rains in recent weeks led to flooding and more as the Borderland braced for the rare remnants of a hurricane coming through our area. While El Paso may have been spared the worst of the flooding as a whole, the entire region now faces expanded issues in the
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Hospitals across El Paso are spreading awareness on the importance of early detection of breast cancer. The University Medical Center of El Paso and The Hospitals of Providence are encouraging more women to make time and get the important exam done. UMC, for example, is offering $50 3D mammograms all month-long, for those without insurance. Dr. Krisitie
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — When it comes to mental health care, no one should slip through the cracks. Local organizations are working together to make sure that doesn’t happen, starting with a survey being done, to help pinpoint shortcomings in the current system. The Paso del Norte Health Foundation and the Meadows Mental Health
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Flu season is underway, and Immunize El Paso encourages residents to get their annual flu shot before it spreads. Immunize El Paso Director Ivan Luna said getting the vaccine is one of the easiest ways to avoid the flu and protect others in the community. “We are in the middle
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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers, and UMC El Paso is announcing a new surgery available for patients looking for minimally invasive treatment and quicker recovery. They’ve performed the first endoscopic nipple-sparing mastectomy, and UMC says they’re happy to provide a treatment of cancer that has less of an aesthetic burden on the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Pom-poms, adorable pups and runners joined together this morning for a cause close to home. “I’m a pediatric nurse by heart, and I did oncology, and I got very attached to a few kids that we lost,” Amanda Hernandez, a participant at today’s run, told ABC-7. Amanda is one of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s the year 2026, and most women know the importance of getting their annual mammogram. Still, about half of women say they are scared or anxious about going. Desert Imaging in El Paso has a unique approach to calming those fears. When women are called back to the exam room
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(KVIA) — The New Mexico Department of Health on Thursday said some raw milk cheese has been recalled because they’re linked to E. coli infections. NMDOH advised the public not to eat recalled Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Milk Cheese products. A nationwide recall started after the products were linked to at least 13 Shiga toxin-producing
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is warning residents of the threats of mosquito bites as the seventh case of the potentially deadly virus has been detected in the community. The Department of Public Health confirmed the latest case of the Neuroinvasive West Nile Virus (WNV) disease in a man in
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA-TV) — The United Way of El Paso County will host the third annual Flying Horse Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Giddy Up Fun Run on November 14, 2026, at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino. This year’s event features new race courses crossing both Texas and New Mexico, inviting runners of all
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-When it comes to reducing your risk of cancer, what you put on your plate matters. Jennifer Armendariz, an oncology nurse practitioner, says research continues to confirm that diet plays a crucial role in cancer prevention and even in supporting those battling the disease. Here are key strategies and simple swaps to
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EL PASO, Texas — Spicy excitement is heating up in El Paso as the 2026 Chile Pepper Challenge Charity Ride & 5K Walk/Run gears up for Sunday, September 27 at Grace Gardens. Hosted by the El Paso Bicycle Club, this annual event welcomes cyclists, runners, walkers, families, and friends for a day of fun, fitness,
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(KVIA) — New Mexico animal health officials confirmed a second New World screwworm case in the state. It was found in a horse in Grant County, which is west of Deming. State and federal officials expanded surveillance and fly-trapping around the location to find any additional cases and determine whether the pest spread beyond the
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-It is a silent killer that takes more lives every year than the combined total of deaths from prostate cancer, breast cancer, and opioid overdoses, and yet we hardly know its warning signs. We’re talking about sepsis. Dr. Ogechika Alozie and Amber Dominguez explain what you need to know.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Hospitals of Providence unveiled the newest emergency room in East El Paso on Thursday. The new facility is the 10th emergency room location in El Paso, according to THOP. It’s designed to provide 24/7 services. “Almost a year ago today, we broke ground on this new emergency room that’s
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Despite its name, the New World screwworm isn’t actually a worm, it’s a flesh-eating fly larva, and health officials are advising Borderland residents to stay vigilant for their pets. While no cases of the New World screwworm have been reported in El Paso, Dr. Tony Chacon, a veterinarian with El
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — New Mexico is the third state to legalize the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy for mental health, trauma and end-of-life care. A new documentary on the subject is being screened in Las Cruces this Friday. The film puts the conversation of psilocybin treatment in the spotlight. Psilocybin therapy, also known as
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The University Medical Center of El Paso looks forward to hosting this year’s Power of Pink event on September 25, which highlights the resilience of women in El Paso affected by breast cancer. Every year, the Power of Pink Community Committee gets together to celebrate breast cancer survivors and promote breast cancer
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In far east El Paso, Texas A&M University’s AgriLife Research Center has been one of the leading facilities across Texas in both research and education of the recent revival of the New World Screwworm parasite, according to the institution. Now, the remote campus here in the Borderland partnered with the
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September is Baby Safety Month, a time to help parents and caregivers prevent unintentional injuries. ProAction in El Paso is hosting a training class for parents, grandparents, older siblings, babysitters — any child caregiver — to learn how to prevent an accident that can quickly turn into a tragedy. ProAction says emergencies like choking, an injury,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — CandleLighters held a fundraising walk at Ascarate Park on Saturday to support children fighting cancer in the Borderland. According to organizers, proceeds raised from the walk will help fund all 30 CandleLighter Programs. CandleLighters said there were games, food, and entertainment for attendees, and the walk had participants go around
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, the El Paso Children’s Hospital kicked off Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with a twist. Every September, the hospital partners with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and former patient families to bring positive spirit and energy to current patients. This year, the hospital organized a gold-themed dance party to
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