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San Antonio TX’s Complete Health & Wellness Guide
Local medical news, provider directory, mental health resources, fitness & nutrition guides, CE/CME for healthcare professionals, and caregiver support — all grounded in Bexar County.
Medical News Mental Health Fitness & Nutrition Provider Directory CE/CME for Med Pros Caregiver Support Seasonal Health Alerts
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San Antonio residents have access to a range of healthcare services across Bexar County, from hospital-based acute care to community health centers offering sliding-scale and Medicaid-accepted services.

The healthcare landscape across the Greater San Antonio region is shaped by TX public health priorities. State agencies oversee healthcare facility licensing, immunization programs, and environmental health for San Antonio and Bexar County.

HERE San Antonio covers local health news, provider updates, and community wellness resources for San Antonio, TX. Our coverage spans mental health services, caregiver support, CE/CME opportunities for healthcare professionals, and seasonal health advisories. If it touches San Antonio health, it’s HERE.

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San Antonio Health Alert — Current Advisory
San Antonio Health Advisory — Seasonal Allergy Season
Allergy season is active in Bexar County. Pollen counts may be elevated across the Greater San Antonio region; residents with asthma should keep rescue inhalers accessible and consult their provider if symptoms worsen.
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Health News

Health & Wellness News

Medical and health news to help you live your best life in San Antonio, TX — from San Antonio providers, regional health systems, and TX public health agencies.
San Antonio Health
Local Hospital Expands Services for Bexar County Residents
Jun 2026 · 3 min read
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Greater San Antonio Healthcare
New Wellness Programs Launching in San Antonio, TX
Jun 2026 · 4 min read
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State Public Health — Public Health
Texas Department of Public Health Updates Guidance for Greater San Antonio Region
May 2026 · 3 min read
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Community Health
Free and Sliding-Scale Care Options Available in Bexar County
May 2026 · 3 min read
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San Antonio Health
Walk-In Clinic Options Expanding Across Bexar County
Apr 2026 · 2 min read
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San Antonio Health
Dental Access Expanding for Medicaid and Uninsured Residents in San Antonio
Apr 2026 · 2 min read
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National Health News

Health News You Can Use

National coverage on exercise, supplements, nutrition, sleep, mental health, and preventive care — sourced from CDC, NIH, USPSTF, and peer-reviewed research.
Exercise
How Much Weekly Exercise Actually Moves the Needle on Heart Health
Updated CDC + AHA guidance on minutes-per-week thresholds
Supplements
Vitamin D, Magnesium, Omega-3: What the Latest Studies Actually Show
NIH Office of Dietary Supplements fact sheets, peer-reviewed trials
Nutrition
Protein Targets by Age: Why Adults 50+ Need More Than the RDA Suggests
USDA Dietary Guidelines, sarcopenia prevention research
Sleep
Sleep Debt: Why You Can’t Just “Catch Up” on the Weekend
CDC sleep guidance, circadian rhythm research
Mental Health
Daily Habits That Reduce Anxiety Without Medication — The Evidence
NIMH, peer-reviewed CBT and exercise-therapy studies
Preventive Care
Screening Tests You Should Actually Schedule by Age 30, 40, 50, 60 & 70
USPSTF recommendation grades, age-by-age checklist
Health & Wellness Podcasts

Worth A Listen

Three of the most trusted shows in health and longevity — free on every major podcast app.

Provider Directory

Find Local Providers

Doctors, dentists, therapists, gyms, and pharmacies in Bexar County — updated 2026.
Provider Directory
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2025–26 Cycle

Continuing Education & Caregiver Support

CE/CME opportunities, support groups, and wellness resources for Greater San Antonio healthcare professionals and family caregivers in Bexar County.
Continuing Education — CE / CME
Local Nursing & Allied Health Programs
CE programs for nurses, EMTs, and allied health professionals in Bexar County.
Caregiver & Family Support Resources
Alzheimer’s Association — Greater San Antonio Chapter
In-person and virtual support groups, caregiver training, and the 24/7 Alzheimer’s helpline for families across San Antonio and the Greater San Antonio region.
NAMI Bexar County
Family-to-Family education, caregiver peer support groups, and mental health advocacy resources. Meetings held in San Antonio with virtual options available.
NAMI Helpline: 988 (press 1)
United Way — Greater San Antonio
2-1-1 referral line connects Bexar County caregivers and families to social services, food assistance, mental health, and emergency support resources.
Dial 2-1-1 · unitedway.org
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about providers, CE, caregiver support, and health resources in Bexar County.
Start with local community health centers that offer sliding-scale fees and accept Medicaid. For dental care, community health centers and sliding-scale dental clinics accept Medicaid and new patients.
Community health centers in Bexar County offer sliding-scale dental services and accept Medicaid. Many also offer reduced-cost preventive care to community patients. Use your state public health provider directory or call 2-1-1 to find Medicaid-accepting dental providers near you.
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater San Antonio Chapter hosts in-person and virtual support groups. NAMI Bexar County holds regular family support meetings and offers a warmline for immediate support. United Way’s 2-1-1 line connects caregivers to respite care, day programs, and emergency assistance across Bexar County.
Local pharmacies including CVS MinuteClinic and Walgreens offer flu and COVID vaccines without an appointment. For school-age illness alerts, check the Bexar County school district website.
Traditional Medicare (Parts A & B) does not cover routine dental care. However, many Medicare Advantage plans available in Bexar County include dental benefits. Contact your state’s SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) office for a free, unbiased review of your Medicare Advantage options. Community health centers also offer sliding-scale dental regardless of Medicare status.
NAMI Bexar County provides mental health support for all healthcare and industrial workers. For shift workers across the area, United Way’s 2-1-1 line can connect you with local counseling and wellness resources.
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