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CEO of Urology Group Steps Down

Written by UrologySA on May 14, 2012

Dr. Juan A. Reyna, the long-serving president and CEO of Urology San Antonio, has stepped down as the leader of the 29-doctor group. He will continue to work as a urologist at the medical practice. Under Reyna’s tenure, Urology San Antonio grew to become one of the largest urologic medical practices in the United States.

Webcast: Community Health Improvement Plan

Written by evrard on May 09, 2012

REPLAY VIDEO: Bexar County Health Collaborative, San Antonio Metro Health, and Health Resources in Action released the Bexar County Community Health Improvement Plan on May 16 at the TriPoint YMCA, located at 3233 N. St. Mary’s St.

Fear not the colonoscopy

Written by Elizabeth Allen on May 07, 2012

Colorectal cancer is a major killer in the U.S., but it’s relatively simple to prevent through early screening and detection, the topic of the May 10 free public lecture at the Cancer Therapy & Research Center at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

Several methods exist for colorectal screening, but the gold standard is the colonoscopy, which has a reputation as an unpleasant experience that many people would rather avoid.

San Antonio Sports Corporate Cup registration deadline May 18

Written by cwheat on May 04, 2012

The deadline to register your team in San Antonio Sports Inaugural Corporate Cup at University of the Incarnate Word on June 2 is rapidly approaching! Companies, large and small, are signing up to compete. The deadline for entries is May 18.

There’s an event for everyone—athletes, weekend warriors, and those who just want to have fun. There are skill events and athletic events. You won’t want to miss the fun and camaraderie of spending a day with your co-workers and see who is named Corporate Cup Champion.

Webcast: South Texas Farm Bill Listening Session

Written by CharlotteAnne Lucas on Apr 26, 2012

REPLAY VIDEO: Join us as we webcast a South Texas Farm Bill Listening Session from the San Antonio Food Bank.

Participants, including elected officials, farmers, ranchers and representatives of the food industry, will discuss how the Farm Bill affects communities.

You can watch and participate live right here during the webcast from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., or you can come back later and replay the video.