by Jerel Lorenzo | Jan 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
With all the coverage and attention on COVID-19, the flu seems to have disappeared. In fact, the CDC says the flu has decreased by 98% in the United States. How is this possible? With the rate of COVID-19 increasing and a similar transmission, why is one up and the...
by Carla Conrad | Nov 23, 2020 | Education, Uncategorized
It is important to be aware of winter illnesses- some of which present symptoms like coronavirus. Here are some of the usual culprits, according to Harvard Medical School: The common cold or viral rhinitis can be caused by more than 200 viruses. Symptoms come on...
by Marianne Drevna | Oct 30, 2020 | COPD, Uncategorized
By: Marianne Drevna, BS, LRCP If you have been diagnosed with COPD then you’re very familiar with just how much it can affect your everyday life. If you haven’t been diagnosed or don’t know someone who has then you may be wondering what you actually need to be AWARE...
by R Kishlock | Oct 13, 2020 | Education, The Lungs, Tips & Tricks, Uncategorized
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older receive a yearly flu shot and it is especially important during this pandemic, but it’s also important for those at higher risk to know which types are available and recommended for those aged 65 and over. For...
by Carla Conrad | Sep 22, 2020 | The Lungs, Uncategorized
Today, September 25th, is World Lung Day. The theme for World Lung Day this year is Respiratory Infection. The outbreak of the global Coronavirus pandemic has made the world aware of just how deadly respiratory viruses can be. In reality, respiratory infections have...
by Carla Conrad | Aug 28, 2020 | Tips & Tricks, Uncategorized
Did you know there’s actually a right and wrong way to take off a fabric mask? Most of the time we throw it on as we walk into a store or restaurant and don’t think about what we’re doing. But there’s actually a correct way to handle your mask, which we’ve outlined...
