Dr. Amelie Ramirez Helps Lead New Project to Improve Heart Health in South Texas
A team of researchers at UT Health San Antonio, including Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, is among four teams from across the United States that have been sele…
Tag: Healthy Lifestyles
The State of Alcohol Use Among Latinos
Overuse of alcohol is among the top risk factors for chronic diseases, especially among disadvantaged populations such as Latinos. The Department of…
The State of Tobacco and Vaping Use among Latinos
Use of tobacco is one of the biggest modifiable risk factors for major and chronic diseases. The prolonged use or overuse of tobacco and nicotine co…
Get Moving Toward a Healthier You!
Physical inactivity is one of the leading risk factors for many diseases, including cancer, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Phys…
Study: Sugary Drink Taxes Linked to Decreased Obesity in Seattle
Over the last several years, cities across the US have taxed sugary drinks to reduce the consumption of these beverages and prioritize the health of t…
Get Moving with a Free Child Physical Activity Program You Can Do from Home!
Many Latino children have pressing mental health needs but are not getting adequate mental health care, studies have shown. COVID-19 didn’t help, …
3 Resources to Use During Healthy Weight Week
National Healthy Weight Week is recognized on the third week of January every year and focuses on achieving and maintaining healthy weight through h…
Comment Now: Limit Sugar, Alcohol in New Dietary Guidelines for Americans
A few years ago, scientists advised federal leaders to adjust the Dietary Guidelines for Americans to lower added sugar intake from 10% to 6% of daily…
Former Marine Tim Barrientez is Dedicating Retirement Years to Improving Latino Health
18-year-old Timoteo “Tim” Barrientez wiped a bead of sweat from his brow. It was impossible not to sweat in the hot, humid climate of Port Isabel,…
February is American Heart Month
Ah, February. The month dedicated to celebrating love and relationships. But before you take a deep dive down the Valentine’s Day candy aisle, consi…