ABC-7 at 4: Arthritis Awareness Month
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—Arthritis Awareness Month is an opportunity to learn about the different types of arthritis. Dr. Alozie from Sunset West Health…
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In effort to prevent rabies, CDC launches new rules for bringing dogs into the US
Originally Published: 08 MAY 24 17:49 ET Updated: 08 MAY 24 17:52 ET By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — The United States has new…
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott appoints Paso Del Norte Health Foundation Vice President to the Texas Diabetes Council
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced today he has appointed Paso Del Norte Health Foundation’s of programs Vice President,…
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Chaparral Middle School students triumph in MESA program
CHAPARRAL, N.M. (KVIA) — At Chaparral Middle School, stretching a small budget has long been a challenge, particularly for the MESA after-school…
Continue Reading Mediterranean staple may lower your risk of death from dementia, study finds
Originally Published: 06 MAY 24 11:00 ET Updated: 06 MAY 24 12:08 ET By Kristen Rogers, CNN Editor’s note: Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better:…
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Molina Healthcare of Texas’ to Host Health and Wellness Event for El Paso Moms
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—Molina Healthcare of Texas and Centro San Vicente are delighted to host an event for local moms in honor of Women’s Health…
Continue Reading What a US farmworker’s case of bird flu tells us about tracking the infection
CNN By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — A US farmworker who caught bird flu after working with dairy cattle in Texas appears to be the first known…
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ABC-7 at 4: Mental Health Awareness Month
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—May is a time to raise awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues. Doctor Ogechika Alozie of Sunset…
Continue Reading One Florida abortion clinic confronts a new six-week ban with a last-minute push and long-term plans
CNN By Deidre McPhillips, CNN Jacksonville, Florida (CNN) — On Tuesday afternoon, Mikenzie Buchanan scooped up an armful of clipboards piled…
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It’s Mental Health Awareness Month – Finding support and strength
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Have you taken time for your mental health today? Experts say you should — as May is Mental Health Awareness Month. And…
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Mesita Elementary participates in wellness program
El Paso, TX (KVIA)—Mesita Elementary School and Mesita Early Childhood Development Center invited parents to participate in their children’s…
Continue Reading Justice Dept plans to reschedule marijuana as a lower-risk drug
Originally Published: 30 APR 24 14:17 ET Updated: 30 APR 24 18:48 ET By Alicia Wallace, Katherine Dillinger, Kevin Liptak, Jeff Zeleny and Kayla…
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Borderland health experts warn of dangers associated with cosmetic procedures
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Borderland health experts are now warning of the dangers associated with cosmetic procedures using needles. This comes after…
Continue Reading Task force updates guidance for breast cancer screenings for women 40 and older
CNN, JAMA By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Women are now advised to get a mammogram every other year starting at age 40 and until age 74,…
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‘Vampire facials’ were linked to cases of HIV. Here’s what to know about the beauty treatment
By ALEXA ST. JOHN Associated Press Three women were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico…
Continue Reading Sexsomnia: An embarrassing sleep disorder no one wants to talk about
Originally Published: 28 APR 24 01:00 ET By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Editor’s note: Sign up for CNN’s Sleep, But Better newsletter series. Our…
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Borderland moms share their journey to motherhood on National Infertility Awareness Week
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Some Borderland mothers are sharing their journey to motherhood on National Infertility Awareness Week. The week allows…
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Local expert shares tips to help reach summer health goals
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — While spring is in full bloom. It’s never too late to start thinking about your summer health goals to look and feel your…
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Young boy is El Paso’s first flu death of the year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A boy under the age of 13 has died of the flu. The City of El Paso Department of Public Health says the boy, who is the…
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Bird flu virus particles discovered in Texas, New Mexico dairy, poultry facilities
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — The USDA says it has detected particles of the bird flu (HPAI) virus in dairy cattle and poultry facilities in New Mexico and…
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“Light at the end of the tunnel:” El Paso teen remembers Make-A-Wish experience
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Joshua Aldaz recalled the moments leading up to his brain tumor diagnosis as a scary time for him and his family. “I fainted…
Continue Reading Surgeons perform first combined heart pump and pig kidney transplant
CNN By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — The first transplant surgery to combine a mechanical heart pump as well as a gene-edited pig kidney has…
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SunCycle to launch bikeshare station at Ascarate Park
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-SunCycle will launch its first bikeshare station at Ascarate Park, near the Playa Drain Trail. Participants will have the…
Continue Reading Sanders launches Senate investigation into ‘outrageously high’ pricing of Ozempic, Wegovy
Originally Published: 24 APR 24 17:03 ET Updated: 24 APR 24 23:43 ET By Tami Luhby and Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — Sen. Bernie Sanders is…
Continue Reading Surgeons perform first combined heart pump and pig kidney transplant
KYW, JOE CARROTA, NYU LANGONE HEALTH, LISA PISANO, CNN, Joe Carrota/NYU Langone Health, Lisa Pisano By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — The…
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High winds in El Paso intensifies spring allergies: tips from doctor to manage symptoms
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — We are expecting high winds and dust tomorrow. With these recurring windy days, Borderland residents can expect spring…
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Local family helps grow Cancer Center Patient Fund at Fox Cancer Center
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The Cancer Center Patient Fund at the Steve and Nancy Fox Cancer Center is growing thanks to help from a local family and the…
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Future Wounds: As Israel-Hamas War continues, neurologists worried about brain injuries
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Everyone knows that combat can lead to serious injuries — not everyone knows that combat can lead to wounds decades down…
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ABC-7 at 4: National Infertility Month
It’s National Infertility Awareness Week, and Dr. Ogechika Alozie of Sunset West Health joins us to destigmatize infertility and draw attention to…
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ABC-7 at 4: Make a Wish El Paso to host Walk for Wishes event
El Paso, TX (KVIA)-Make-A-Wish Serving El Paso will host the 6th annual Walk for Wishes event on April 28. Marathon Petroleum is the title sponsor,…
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