It’s easy to be overwhelmed with medical information in the media.
It is often written with the intent of being big on headlines but short on important details. We present that information in a reliable manner so you can be well-informed. We also summarize medical conference news
We hope all the pearls we will be gathering will help you on your journey to good health and happiness!
Nutrition in the Time of Covid – and Beyond
Here are some simple adaptations regarding food shopping and food prep that are relevant to our stay-at-home situation. Many of us as health care workers, are still on the job…
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Practical FAQs about COVID
Knowledge is the best antidote to anxiety regarding the unknown. Based on questions from my patients, I composed a FAQs sheet, and a list of reliable resources. There are many emails…
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In the Time of Coronavirus: Why Eliminate Unnecessary Trip?
My husband and I took a walk around a lake last weekend. The paths were wide. The people were respectful of the 6 foot distancing. However, as I was backing out…
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In the Time of Coronavirus: Gastrointestinal Symptoms of COVID-19
While most of us know about fever, cough, sore throat and shortness of breath as symptoms of COVID-19, intestinal symptoms can be present in almost 30% of patients. These include…
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In the Time of Coronavirus: Corona and the Marriage
Stress, especially big and scary stress, impacts us like a threat to the nervous system. With the importance of social distancing, you and your partner are likely to be feeling…
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In the Time of Coronavirus: Corona and the Divorced Family
Social distancing in a divorced family can be complicated. When kids are required to travel back and forth between parents’ houses, additional infection risks can increase. The disruption of regular…
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Coronavirus Time: Mental and Physical Health for Those Not Infected
(Robyn Pashby, PhD- Psychologist) There are two pandemics. The virus makes the headlines, but the anxiety that is sweeping the nation just a few steps behind (or in some cases…
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In the Time of Coronavirus: Corona and Boundaries
Even before COVID-19 arrived, many of us were already diligent about washing our hands and avoiding contact with someone sneezing or coughing to avoid becoming ill. Many have always understood…
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Health Pearls in the Time of Coronavirus: Message to Our Pregnant Patients
You are pregnant, and the fear of Coronavirus is keeping you up at night. There has yet not been enough research on COVID-19 in pregnant patients, so fear is understandable. …
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Health Pearls in the Time of Coronavirus: How to Manage Your Chronic Medical Problems
Let’s face it. Staying at home is no picnic for most of us. For many people, irritability, boredom, and lethargy ensue so that you’re annoyed most of the time. It’s…
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