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Shortly after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the CDC began recommending the use of cloth face coverings. With this recommendation started the questions from family & friends. What type of mask? When should I wear a mask? How do I wear a mask? Any tips? Here are the answers to those many questions!
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While it may seem longer, most people have only been social distancing with additional shelter-in-place orders for only 30 days. Remember, the first ‘real’ shut down occurred with the NBA canceled their season on March 11th. As of today, April 12th, many across the country celebrated Easter Services remotely. Some states have closed school for the remainder of the academic year, and other states have extended orders through mid-May. Sometimes watching the daily news briefings can bring more questions than answers. Here are some answers to everyday questions that seem to be on everyone’s mind regarding COVID-19.
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Information is plentiful on the internet for just about everything, including COVID-19. When looking for accurate information, typing into the search bar might not cut it. Where should you look for information on COVID-19?
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Nurses are making the headlines now more than ever, most often the image of frontline workers in the COVID-19 pandemic. Before this virus was a household name, the World Health Organization had already declared 2020 the “Year of the Nurse”. What is the history behind the celebrations of the most honest profession for the past 18 years?
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Today, office visits and hospital stays can be overwhelming. The list of providers you can encounter during your care is astounding. Medical Assistants. Hospitalists. Nurse Practitioners. Physician Assistants. Specialists. CNAs. PCTs. Interns. Students. Different colored scrubs. Lab coats. And not a familiar face in any uniform. Who do you reach out to? Where do you start? Who is in charge of your care?
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The odds are that one day you’ll find yourself as a patient in the hospital. Things happen. Illness. Accident. Injury. Chances are “hospital admission” isn’t penciled into your daily planner, either. If you find yourself unexpectedly admitted to the hospital, the likelihood is that you’ll start as a patient in the emergency department. So what should you expect when you’re admitted to the hospital?
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In the 1920s there were a few hundred drugs available. Now, almost 100 years later, the numbers are well into the tens of thousands of medications available. Knowing what you take, when and why is important when talking to any of your providers. Following these handy tips can help you become an expert with your own medications.
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No one plans on being sick, but how can you help yourself stay healthy? How can you avoid headaches, congestion, cough, runny noses, and fever? Here are five things you can do to help stay healthy year-round.
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Mental health is our overall psychological and emotional well-being. It’s much more than just a diagnosis. It involves the way you feel about yourself and others. It includes your ability to manage your feelings and deal with every day conflicts.
At times taking care of your mental health can mean seeking professional support and treatment. It can also include taking personal steps towards improving your own emotional health on a daily basis. Making small changes can improve all areas of your life including your mood, attitude, and overall outlook on life.
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