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Stay Safe in the Heat!

Summer is fun, but it's also important to stay safe when the Texas weather gets hot. Here are some tips to help you avoid heat-related problems like heat exhaustion or heatstroke:

  • Drink plenty of water - Water helps your body stay cool!
  • Take breaks - If you're playing or working outside, take regular breaks to cool down.
  • Avoid the hottest time of day - It's hottest outside between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Know the signs of a heatstroke - If you feel very tired, dizzy, or your skin gets hot and dry, tell someone right away
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Community Health Implementation Strategy

University Health is taking steps to address these community needs. We are implementing programs, delivering services and engaging in a variety of collaborative partnerships. To learn more about how we are investing resources to improve the health of our community, read our 2023 Implementation Strategy.

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Community Resources

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Use our free tool to find community resources like food, housing and mental health services close to home.

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CareLink

University Health cares about each of our patients, regardless of income level. We offer the CareLink financial assistance program to Bexar County families who do not have health insurance and do not qualify for other coverage. While CareLink is not health insurance, CareLink helps make health care services at University Health more affordable.

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Preventive Health

Staying on top of your health is important. Getting regular checkups and health screenings can help prevent conditions before they start or worsen. Schedule an online appointment with a University Health provider at a clinic near you. We provide routine check-ups for adults and children, women's health exams, immunizations and more.

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Community Health Programs

It's part of our mission to connect the community with resources they need and can use. University Health and the Institute for Public Health partner with community organizations to promote health and wellness programs, events and opportunities.

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Health Library

Our online health library is a hub of information designed to keep you and your family healthy. Explore our videos, recipes, symptom checker and articles to learn more about your health.

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Find Health Coverage

Finding the right health coverage is important. We're here to help. Compare health insurance options to find the best fit for you and your family on our website, Get Covered SA.
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Gun Safety
Learn how to safely store firearms in your home, get tips for safe and responsible gun ownership, and request a safe gun storage presentation through GunSafety4Bexar, a University Health injury prevention program.
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Get Help to Quit Smoking
Quitting smoking is one of the very best things you can do for your health and the health of those around you. University Health offers a smoking cessation program to help you quit.
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Find Health Insurance

Find Health Coverage

Finding the right health coverage is important. We're here to help. Compare health insurance options to find the best fit for you and your family on our website, Get Covered SA.
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Gun Safety
Gun Safety
Learn how to safely store firearms in your home, get tips for safe and responsible gun ownership, and request a safe gun storage presentation through GunSafety4Bexar, a University Health injury prevention program.
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Get Help to Quit Smoking
Get Help to Quit Smoking
Quitting smoking is one of the very best things you can do for your health and the health of those around you. University Health offers a smoking cessation program to help you quit.
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Events

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Jun 7

Blood Drive

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Join us at one of our blood drives to donate to patients in need.

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Vida: The Future of Public Health

Opening in 2026, the 3-story, 60,000-square-foot Vida will be home to the Institute for Public Health. This multi-specialty health care center will be the first building on the University Health Palo Alto Campus on the city's South Side.

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News

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May 16, 2025

University Health Vida holds its first collaborative to improve health on the South Side

Institute for Public Health leaders and staff provided information about the three ways mission-oriented partners could work together at University Health Vida to extend services to South Side residents.

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May 21, 2025

Learn how to save the life of someone bleeding to death

Learn life-saving bleeding control techniques on May 22 with our Stop the Bleed training.

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May 16, 2025

University Health Vida holds its first collaborative to improve health on the South Side

Institute for Public Health leaders and staff provided information about the three ways mission-oriented partners could work together at University Health Vida to extend services to South Side residents.

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April 18, 2025

Coming together for progress and purpose

Final steel beam signed and placed in topping out ceremony for new University Health Retama Hospital project

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Prevent Heat Illness
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6 Ways to Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses
Increased heat exposure contributes to heat stroke and heat exhaustion – two major health dangers you need to be aware of before heading outside.
Learn to spot and prevent heat stroke
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How Much Water Should I Drink?
Find out how much water you should drink each day, the symptoms of dehydration and how to stay hydrated.
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Summer Safety: Prevent Hot Car Deaths
Summer is here and it’s important to remember that hot temperatures can be dangerous, especially to children. Get tips for preventing hot car injuries in this blog.
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