Elena Martinez

Reporter · Lubbock, TX

Elena Martinez, a graduate of Texas Tech University, has spent the last 6 years reporting on health issues impacting the Lubbock community. Her work has appeared in various local health publications and she is passionate about promoting wellness initiatives.

4 stories from Elena Martinez in Amarillo

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Lubbock experts explain the health effects of daylight-saving time ending

As daylight saving time is scheduled to end on Sunday, November 1, experts warn that the clock change and shorter days can disrupt circadian rhythms and exacerbate mental health issues like seasonal affective disorder.

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Nexstar Media, Mission Broadcasting to show all 12 UIL Texas high school football championship games

Nexstar Media Group will provide free TV and streaming coverage of all 12 UIL state football championship games from AT T Stadium in Arlington this December.

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Covenant Every Moment Matters: Abnormal mammogram leads to cancer discovery

Haley Leslie, a Lubbock nurse diagnosed with grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma following an abnormal mammogram, successfully completed chemotherapy and radiation supported by her family.

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Red Ribbon Week highlights drug prevention efforts for Lubbock students

Lubbock's Health Department Prevention Resource Center is participating in Red Ribbon Week from October 23 to 31 to educate students and families about the dangers of drug use.

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