Living Well Blog

April 30, 2020
Some states that issued stay-at-home orders in the wake of COVID-19 are starting to reopen for business. If it’s safe for you to go get your hair cut, shouldn’t that mean it’s safe for you to see your grandchildren?  Maybe. Maybe not.   Base your plans not… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
April 24, 2020
If you have an autoimmune condition, you probably already know this: You’re at greater risk for COVID-19 complications. But you may not know why or how to lower your risk. Autoimmune diseases develop when your body releases autoantibodies (a type of protein) that attack healthy cells as if they… See more
April 9, 2020
What Are COVID Toes? 4/20Some potential symptoms of COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus, aren't what you would expect. A loss of smell or taste, for example. But now dermatologists say that some patients are presenting with purple lesions on their toes or hands, a… See more
April 9, 2020
The COVID-19 coronavirus is disrupting almost every aspect of our lives. A level of uncertainty and isolation has become prevalent with social distancing and quarantine measures, which can greatly impact our mental health. This is why it is essential to take care of yourself not only physically,… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
April 7, 2020
Like a lot of Americans, you’re probably sheltering-in-place and you may be stuck doing it for a while. As we all try to flatten the coronavirus curve, you may be wondering how you’re going to manage being cooped up with your spouse, parents, children or roommates 24/7 -- even if they’re your… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
April 5, 2020
After months of telling everyone that only the sick needed to wear protective face masks, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention switch course on April 3 and announced that people should wear masks when they are in public.  Why the sudden change? New evidence suggests that people… See more
By Dalton Dunaway, PharmD, BCMAS
April 3, 2020
There are an emerging amount of IgG and IgM antibody tests for COVID-19 that are being developed and presented to clinicians. Currently, the most widely used method for diagnosing COVID-19 is the standard M PCR. This test is the most sensitive testing method and can identify the virus before… See more
April 2, 2020
Some people are naturally prone to anxiety; others are naturally prone to depression. This is a trying time for my patients on both ends of the spectrum. But make no mistake: COVID-19 can take an emotional toll on anyone, even the most even-keeled. After all, we do not yet have a cure for this… See more
March 31, 2020
Every day we learn more about this dangerous new coronavirus, which is great news for scientists and for all of us, since we are all potentially at risk of infection. We may not yet be able to leverage this evolving knowledge into better treatment or a cure, but important progress is being made… See more
March 28, 2020
The new coronavirus is taking its toll on our collective mental health. Worn out, angry, worried, confused: These are just some of the emotions my patients feel. I’m sure these apply to many of you and your loved ones, too. What I tell my patients, and what I hope to impart to a broader audience… See more
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