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El Periodico USA Staff Community News January 24, 2025

UTRGV School of Medicine team reveal breakthrough in cancer cell survival

Students make significant contributions to cancer studies By Heriberto Perez–Zuñiga The fight against cancer is making strides globally, but some
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El Periodico USA Staff Featured January 24, 2025

Why BMI is not the obesity measurement we need

Clinical obesity is a chronic condition where excess body fat impairs organ function or daily activities. Researchers have identified key
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El Periodico USA Staff Education January 23, 2025

“South Texas Healthy Living” The Dangers Of Sleep Apnea

Airing Sunday, January 26, on KVEO-TV NBC 23, the 30-minute program will shine a spotlight on the complications associated with
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El Periodico USA Staff Education January 22, 2025

What is HMPV?

Key points Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) can cause respiratory disease. HMPV spreads from person to person or surfaces to person. Symptoms
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El Periodico USA Staff Health Guide January 21, 2025

This disease is known as the ‘silent killer.’ A doctor explains why

Story by Katia Hetter, CNN It’s a new year and time for many people to make their health-related resolutions. According
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El Periodico USA Staff Health Guide January 21, 2025

10 Expert-Approved Ways to Slim Your Face and Reduce Swelling

Story by Korin Miller, Andi Breitowich If your face seems a little swollen when you wake up in the morning,
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El Periodico USA Staff Featured January 20, 2025

10 Evidence-Based Benefits of Green Tea

Green tea may help support cognition, maintenance of moderate weight, and offer some protection against cancer. Green tea is touted
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News January 15, 2025

SBA Disaster Declaration For Laredo Water Supply Issue

Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott announced that he requested a disaster declaration from
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El Periodico USA Staff Community News January 13, 2025

STHS Commemorates 10-Year History Of Providing Critical Care In The Mid-Valley

During a special celebration on Thursday, January 9, STHS and the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce partnered to recognize the
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El Periodico USA Staff Education January 11, 2025

What To Do If You Choke While Alone

Finding yourself in a medical emergency with no one around can be a very scary thing. Knowing what to do
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