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As New Covid Variant Surges, What to Know About Testing and Accuracy
The US is currently in the midst of a COVID wave, fueled by the JN.1 variant that’s driving up hospitalizations and deaths across the country. For most people, however, the new variant doesn’t seem to be causing worse symptoms. That’s left many wondering whether we need to keep swabbing our nasal passages with Covid tests at the first sign of congestion or achiness? Continue reading
Red Cross Declares Emergency Blood Shortage, Calls for Donations
The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage as it experiences the lowest number of people giving blood in the last 20 years. Blood and platelet donations are needed now to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures proceed without delay. Red Cross and the NFL offer those who come to give a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LVIII. Read more
CMS Approves Low-Income Texas Moms to Retain Medicaid Coverage for a Year
Texas moms will be able to stay on Medicaid for a year after childbirth, after the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) approved the state's application earlier this month. The approval goes into effect on March 1, 2024. Read more
Volunteers Sought for TMA Councils & Committees
Physicians who serve on the TMA Councils and Committees (C&Cs) help initiate TMA policies and programs that affect the practice of medicine in many ways. It is important for Bexar County to have strong leaders on the C&Cs. Click here for more information on the councils and committees. Also, if you are interested in serving, click here or email BCMS at bcms@bcms.org.
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