‘Be the Backup’ blood drive honors first responders
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — When first responders answer a call, they count on a ready blood supply. This summer, Borderland donators can “be the…
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Quarantine ends for all 18 Americans exposed to hantavirus on cruise ship
By Youri Benadjaoud and Mary Kekatos Quarantine has ended for the 18 Americans who were cruise ship passengers on the MV Hondius and were…
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Total confirmed screwworm cases rises to 16, 3 inactive: USDA
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As of Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said the total reported New World screwworm cases increased to 16.…
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6 El Paso researchers rank among the world’s top 2% of scientists
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Six Texas Tech Health El Paso faculty appeared on the Stanford-Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List, TTHEP said Monday. The…
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2 Fabens High School seniors head to international health leadership competition
FABENS, Texas (KVIA) — Two Fabens High School seniors will represent their school and Texas at an international health leadership conference, the…
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Borderland dermatologist provides tips to protect your skin this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — During warm months, it’s important to take extra care of your skin! You can spend time outdoors without raising your skin…
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Study: cell phones impact socialization, birth rates
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two new studies are linking declining birth rates with the arrival of the smartphone. It’s no secret our phones have changed…
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New Mexico reports 1st case of human plague in 2026
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — A Santa Fe County woman died from plague, the New Mexico Department of Health said Thursday. It was the first human case…
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Parkinson’s Disease Is Consistently Linked to Pesticide Exposure. Farmworkers — and Nearby Communities — Are at Risk in Texas’ Rio Grande Valley.
By Daisy Yuhas This story is part of a series by Public Health Watch and MyRGV.com. Puente News Collaborative is a partner in this collaboration.…
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New World screwworm confirmed in Zavala County south of Uvalde
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Wednesday, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department confirmed a detection of New World screwworm in Zavala County, which is south of…
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Ken Paxton investigating Celsius, Alani Nu over alleged marketing targeting children
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into Celsius Holdings, Inc., which owns the company selling the popular…
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Caring for the Caregiver
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One of every four Americans is a caregiver to someone 18 years or older. That number has risen 45% in the past decade -…
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Nearly 180 ICE detainees quarantined at Camp East Montana for possible measles exposure
by Priscilla Totiyapungprasert Nearly 180 detainees are under quarantine for possible measles exposure at Camp East Montana, an Immigration and…
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Federal inmate in Deming tests positive for measles, health officials link possible exposure to Las Cruces
DEMING, N.M. (KVIA) — An inmate at the Luna County Detention Center in Deming, New Mexico, tested positive for measles, the state health department…
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City of Juárez raises awareness over rickettsiosis cases on the border
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez, through some of its departments, announced a new campaign to stop the spread…
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Emergence Health Network clients ‘shine bright’ at prom
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Prom season hit Emergence Health Network Friday. Clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities got to “shine…
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Health advisory calls for kids to cut their screen time
WASHINGTON (KVIA) — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Surgeon General is calling on kids to cut their time spent on…
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US-bound flights with passengers who were in Ebola-affected region must land at Dulles airport for health screening
Originally Published: 21 MAY 26 10:28 ET By Meg Tirrell, Aaron Cooper, Deidre McPhillips, Diego Mendoza, CNN (CNN) — US-bound flights carrying…
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Knocking out high blood pressure in young adults
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A study by researchers at the University of Texas at El Paso is looking at the effects of boxing training and…
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WATCH: Be Mindful: Take Action
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — May is Mental Health Awareness Month and ABC-7 brought you live special coverage through an extension of its initiative, “Be…
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Empower Your Mind: Effective Mental Health Tools
El Paso, TX, (KVIA-TV)- Jennifer Armendariz, an oncology nurse practitioner with a certification in Lifestyle Medicine, spends her days caring for…
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El Pasoan on Frontier Airlines plane that killed one person found after going missing, family reacts
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Fifty-six-year-old Guadalupe Ornelas, a retired U.S. Army Sergeant, went missing over the weekend after traveling from El…
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Acting AG Todd Blanche signs order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as less dangerous drug
By Liz Neporent and Mary KekatosLast updated: April 23, 2026, 6:54 AM MDT Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed an order on Thursday…
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Blood Drive for Justice returns
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — District Attorney James Montoya is inviting the community to give back through the annual “Blood Drive for Justice.”…
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ABC-7 AT 4: Local Doctors Spotlight Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month This March
KVIA-TV (El Paso, TX) – March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Ellen Wicker Dr. Evelyn Kachikwu from Texas Tech Physicians of El…
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ICE reports no active measles cases at Camp East Montana
FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Homeland Security, through Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), just confirmed as of March 6,…
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Paso del Norte Health Foundation Offers Funding Opportunities for Mental Health Programs
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – It’s exciting news for programs that support mental health and emotional well-being across the borderland. The Paso del Norte…
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Las Americas faces difficulties meeting with clients due to measles outbreak at Camp East Montana
FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — The Department of Homeland Security announced this week that it placed Camp East Montana under quarantine due to a recent…
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Study: G-L-P-1’s could help with addiction
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The addiction crisis in America is a public health issue. About 49 million Americans over 12 live with a substance abuse…
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Why vitamin D deficiency is growing nationwide, best ways for intake
Vitamin D deficiency is most common during the winter months. It doesn’t matter even if it’s sunny in El Paso, vitamin D deficiency is becoming more…
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