It’s Not All In Your Head
Behavioral Manifestation of Medical Conditions The human body is composed of cells that form tissues, and then tissues develop into organs which then create organ systems. They are all interconnected, and it should come as no surprise that one organ’s function or dysfunction can impact another’s. Consequently, there is no disconnect between the mind and […]
Mental Health Awareness
Why Meditate?
“The most important relationship we can all have is the one you have with yourself, the most important journey you can take is one of self-discovery. To know yourself, you must spend time with yourself…” – Aristotle. Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years by many ancient cultures throughout human history. It allows one […]
The Reinvention Of An Old Model
In the early 1900s, doctors made house calls as it was the only way most people had access to health care. However, this care delivery model became less popular with the advancement of technology and the growth of third-party payers and shifted from the home to clinics and hospitals. It is also important to note […]
What Is Mental Health?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. The NIH has estimated that nearly one in five adults lives with a mental illness in the […]
Vaccine News
Johnson & Johnson vaccine, the 3rd Vaccine to receive emergency use authorization in the fight against COVID-19 infection: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the third COVID-19 Vaccine, which is now available to fight COVID-19 infection. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is a single-dose vaccine that is […]
Humidity from masks may lessen the severity of COVID-19
According to a recent National Institute of Health (NIH study), masks may decrease illness severity from COVID-19. NIH researchers tested four types of masks: A three-ply disposable surgical mask A two-ply cotton-polyester mask A heavy cotton mask A N95 mask The NIH study suggests that the increase in humidity of inhaled air inside face masks […]
Telemedicine
Healing from a distance Telemedicine is defined as the use of telecommunication technology to deliver health care services remotely. It is a term that was first coined in the 1970s and means ”Healing at a distance.” Due to the pandemic, there’s been increased adoption of telemedicine, but it is not a new concept. While telemedicine […]
Vaccines
Learn about COVID-19 VACCINES: There is no FDA-approved vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines, Pfizer BioNTech and Moderna are among the first vaccines to be authorized in the United States for emergency use against COVID-19. There has been ongoing research on mRNA vaccines for many years. The mRNA vaccines have made it […]
Covid 19 Precautions
Remember these 4 simple steps to staying safe: Wear a mask Wash your hands Watch your space If you are sick, stay home and contact your physician. We can prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus by making the following precautions a part of our daily practice: Wear a mask over your nose and mouth […]