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A series of Opinion and Editorial articles published in the San Antonio Report highlights the early efforts behind the establishment of CHEST. These pieces offer insights into the health equity challenges facing San Antonio and South Texas — and explore potential solutions from the diverse perspectives of cross-sector community leaders.

A young sapling held in hands symbolizes growth and sustainability.

Aug. 29, 2024

San Antonio Report

Southside economic growth offers opportunity to work toward health equity

by Adriana Rocha GarciaPhyllis Viagran and Dr. Lyssa Ochoa

Sept. 23, 2024

San Antonio Report

How a 20-year lifespan disparity impacts communities in San Antonio and South Texas

by Rebecca J. Viagran, Edward Banos and Rebeca Clay-Flores

Oct. 7, 2024

San Antonio Report

Living in Southside health care desert comes with serious consequences

by Belinda Román, Maria Lee and Jelynne LeBlanc Jamison

Oct. 24, 2024

San Antonio Report

Well-being involves far more than access to traditional health care

by Jaime Wesolowski, Jordan Ghawi and Dr. Vasan Ramachandran

Nov. 11, 2024

San Antonio Report

The South Side is ready for an innovative health careers pipeline

by Salvador Hector Ochoa, Jessica Loudermilk, John T. Pham, Mike Flores and Gerardo Soto

Jan. 9, 2025

San Antonio Report

Collaboration key to improving health outcomes on San Antonio’s South Side

by Dr. Lyssa Ochoa, Henry B. Gonzalez III, Phyllis Viagran and Adriana Rocha Garcia