Coronavirus, which causes the new sickness COVID-19, has swept the world with surprising speed. It has awakened fear in many and sometimes it seems there are more speculations and questions about it than there are answers. Because corona is a new virus, science is still learning about how it works, spreads, the at-risk people groups,…
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CORONA and Immune Health
Immune Health: Your Firm Foundation From: Vicki Griffin Hilbert and Sandy built a beautiful home in Apopka, Florida, USA. The foundation was not built on solid ground. The poor soil and shifting sand resulted in drops in the foundation throughout the house. Over time the house developed massive cracks in the brick work; the…
CORONA and Super Viruses
The Super Viruses Elizabeth Jane Hall and Poliana V. Vale, M.D. Coronavirus, SARS, Ebola, influenza! What are the potential preventive strategies being ignored by most media reports? In this article, we examine science-validated natural strategies to boost your immune system’s performance. Body Defenses against Viral Invaders Natural killer cells, as well as killer-T…
CORONA and Anxiety
Six tips for dealing with anxiety and stress during COVID-19 From: Janelle Ringer It seems like there’s a new development every day regarding the coronavirus, COVID-19. The evolving situation can cause anxiety and stress, and it’s important to protect your mental health during the uncertainty. David J. Puder, MD, medical director of the…
CORONA and Pregnancy
A guide for pregnant women: 6 things to know about COVID-19 From: Sheann Brandon Since the World Health Organization has declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic, many people may be wondering what experts are saying about the disease’s potential impact on pregnant women. Ciprian P. Gheorghe, MD, PhD, OB-GYN and maternal fetal medicine…
CORONA or Seasonal Allergies
Seasonal allergies or COVID-19? Here’s how you can tell From: Janelle Ringer With allergy season overlapping the COVID-19 pandemic this spring, a runny nose or scratchy throat can cause panic and concern of a greater, more severe issue. COVID-19 can cause life-threatening symptoms, but the majority of people who contract the virus will experience…
CORONA and Hydrotherapy
Concerned About COVID-19? Hydrotherapy May Play a Role! Lessons from Adventist institutions during the 1918 flu pandemic From: Zeno L. Charles-Marcel and Elise Harboldt Please note this article neither provides nor substitutes for medical advice or treatment. It’s intended for general informational purposes and doesn’t address individual conditions or situations. Hydrotherapy is not meant…
CORONA and Self Protection
How to Protect Yourself from Super Viruses From: Elizabath Jane Hall and Poliana V. Vale, M. D. Up to 25% of individuals who have COVID 19 do not have any symptoms. The Center for Disease Control now recommends the use of cloth face masks as even talking can spread COVID 19. Here are more…
CORONA and Mental Health
Dealing with the mental health impact of social distancing From: Janelle Ringer Fear and anxiety about COVID-19 can make people feel anxious and out of control. Feelings of loneliness and isolation that are exacerbated during social distancing can cause our mental health to suffer. Carolina Osorio, MD, a geriatric psychiatrist at the Loma…
CORONA and Vulnerable Immune System
COVID-19: Do I or someone I know have a vulnerable immune system? From: Heather Jackson Known risk groups for COVID-19 are constantly evolving as scientists learn more about the disease, yet one population will always be considered high-risk: immunocompromised. The National Cancer Institute defines immunocompromised as someone who has a weakened immune system…
CORONA and Isolation
Struggling With Isolation During the Pandemic? Torben Berglund United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres recently warned that the COVID-19 pandemic is “the most challenging crisis we have faced since World War II.” There’s no denying that this is a big one. Whether we’ll remain physically well or not, we’re all being affected in various ways….
CORONA and Complications
Inflammation and Covid-19: What to Know! Elizabeth Jane Hall and Poliana V. Vale, M.D. COVID 19 is not only an acute, potentially serious viral illness; it is also a chronic disease problem. Indeed, almost 90% of those hospitalized for COVID 19 have pre-existing diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart conditions, chronic obstructive lung disease…