Is It Safe to Go to the Doctor?

Is It Safe to Go to the Doctor?

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, it is best to stay home when at all possible. Staying home puts you and your family at the least amount of risk for contracting or spreading COVID-19. However, accidents happen, and routine check-ups still need to occur. Is the...
How Can I Support Healthcare Workers During the Pandemic?

How Can I Support Healthcare Workers During the Pandemic?

It’s no secret that healthcare workers are facing the greatest risks in this pandemic, but they’re also experiencing personal issues in caring for their families. Due to the hours they’re required to work, many healthcare providers are unable to get...
Using Masks to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 

Using Masks to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 

The CDC’s official recommendation to wear a mask has many Americans looking not just for masks to wear but guidelines on how to use them. Following proper use and care of masks can promote health while failing to do so may be riskier than not wearing a mask. The...
Mental Health During Social Distancing

Mental Health During Social Distancing

Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, many people’s first concern is protecting their physical health. Hence, it’s especially helpful for individuals to maintain their distance during these times to reduce the spread of this pandemic. However, while social...
Are Face Masks Effective When It Comes Viruses?

Are Face Masks Effective When It Comes Viruses?

As the 2019 strain of coronavirus, COVID-19, spread around the world, worry has increased. While people are right to protect themselves from contracting the virus, which has proven to be fatal for those people who have compromised immune systems, there is some...