UTEP School of Pharmacy holds white coat ceremony for largest graduating class
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –The University of Texas at El Paso celebrated the School of Pharmacy, welcoming the largest class ever with a white…
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Heart Health: City of El Paso introduces biking program to get kids active
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With children back in school the City of El Paso is kicking off a pilot program to get kids more active this year. The…
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For one El Paso workout spot, mental health is key to overall wellness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The connection between mental and physical health is key to overall wellness. For El Pasoan Nanea Aidinian, owner…
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In the US, West Nile virus is leading cause of viral disease spread by insects, CDC study says
Originally Published: 24 AUG 23 16:23 ET By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — This summer has brought a flurry of warnings about cases of…
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Brain implants can help people with paralysis ‘speak’ through screens faster, more accurately than before, new studies show
Originally Published: 23 AUG 23 11:01 ET By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Dr. Jaimie Henderson had a single wish throughout childhood: for his…
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Local plastic surgeon provides free reconstructive surgery to borderland kids
El Paso, Texas (KVIA)- Dr. Marco Gonzalez is offering reconstructive surgery to borderland children affected by defects developed by disease, injury,…
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Gender-affirming procedures increased in recent years, but mental health continues to be a concern, experts say
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Recent figures from a study reviewing thousands of medical cases show that gender-affirming surgeries increased across the…
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FDA approves first vaccine to protect newborns from RSV
Originally Published: 21 AUG 23 17:41 ET Updated: 21 AUG 23 17:44 ET By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration on Monday…
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Blue-light glasses don’t help with eye strain, major study says
Originally Published: 17 AUG 23 19:30 ET By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Editor’s note: Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. Sign up…
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It’s National Senior Citizen’s Day, a chance to check in on old friends
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s National Senior Citizen’s Day, a chance to check in with older Americans and recognize their accomplishments. It’s also…
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The link between added sugars and kidney stones
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — New research reveals that having more than 25% of your energy from added sugars could increase your chance of kidney stones by…
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State of New Mexico launches $80 million fund to boost rural healthcare
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Behavioral, primary and maternal health services across New Mexico have options for millions of dollars in support as part…
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Men’s mental health struggles often go undiagnosed, experts say
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mental health struggles affect everyone. For American men, experts say many suffer in silence — afraid of how people will…
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Number of COVID-19 cases rise in El Paso with global spread of EG.5
by Priscilla Totiyapungprasert, El Paso MattersAugust 16, 2023 El Paso is experiencing an uptick in COVID-19 cases again as the dominant virus strain…
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A Pennsylvania study suggests links between fracking and asthma, lymphoma in children
By MARC LEVY Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Researchers in heavily drilled Pennsylvania are adding to a body of evidence suggesting links…
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New study raises concerns over Latino children’s health in certain states
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A study released today is raising concern about Latino children and their health — both mental and physical — based on…
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Highest level of hopelessness in a decade: CDC data underscores struggles of American teenage girls
High school is becoming a more traumatic experience for teen girls. Sandstone Care examined CDC data to illustrate the alarming…
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Many Americans wrongly believe exposure to marijuana smoke is safer than tobacco, study finds
Originally Published: 14 AUG 23 10:11 ET Updated: 14 AUG 23 11:48 ET By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Is inhaling marijuana smoke safer than inhaling…
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Do not use certain pregnancy, ovulation, UTI tests, FDA warns
Originally Published: 11 AUG 23 21:05 ET By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — Consumers shouldn’t use certain tests manufactured by Universal…
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Horses, birds infected with West Nile Virus in Doña Ana County
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Eight horses and two birds have been infected with the West Nile Virus in Doña Ana County, as well as Los Alamos,…
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Federal lawmakers looking to protect workers from extreme heat
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The U.S. agency that sets workplace safety standards is under growing pressure to issue a federal rule that would…
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El Paso ranked worst in the country for therapist-availability for certain demographics
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The country is facing a shortage of mental health professionals, according to multiple industry experts. According to one…
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Fox family donates $25,000,000 to benefit new El Paso cancer center
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso businessman Steve Fox and his family are making a $25,000,000 donation to benefit Texas Tech University Health…
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FDA approves postpartum depression pill; Borderland experts discuss future use
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Postpartum depression impacts a fair portion of new mothers, and the National Institutes of Health are concerned about…
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WIC Breastfeeding awareness campaign shares resources with El Paso nursing mothers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — To kick off National breastfeeding month Texas WIC is emphasizing breastfeeding for the month of August by sharing resources…
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FDA approves first postpartum depression pill in the US
Originally Published: 04 AUG 23 19:19 ET Updated: 04 AUG 23 19:56 ET By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration has…
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Mother reportedly dies from drinking too much water
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Authorities say a woman in Indiana died after drinking too much water, too fast. A Good Morning America report said…
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso offers Borderland students free mental support
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many schools are coming back in session across the Borderland, and for multiple districts — students have the option to get…
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Second El Pasoan infected with Neuroinvasive West Nile Virus
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A second El Pasoan has Neuroinvasive West Nile Virus (WNV). The City of El Paso Department of Public Health announced the…
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