Masks and face coverings: Separating fact from fiction

If you’re confused about whether you should wear a face mask, you’re not alone. While cases of COVID-19 are surging across the country, rumors and misinformation are spreading almost as widely. Spend just a few minutes scrolling through social media sites and you’ll find various opinions—but not always facts—about wearing face coverings to prevent the […]

What to do if you have or suspect you have COVID-19

If you’re sick and have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or you think you might have COVID-19 because you’ve been exposed to someone with the virus, there are important measures you can take to help prevent the disease from spreading to people in your home and community. Symptoms of COVID-19 The most common symptoms of COVID-19 […]

Tracking COVID-19 in San Antonio

Dr. Bryan Alsip, chief medical officer for University Health System, talks through key metrics on Metro Health’s website for an up-to-date understanding of what’s happening with the COVID-19 pandemic in San Antonio and South Texas. He explains the Progress and Warning Indicators dashboard, including positivity rates, hospitalization rates, health system stress scores and daily case […]