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How do I date in the time of Coronavirus?
The desire for human connection hasn’t waned during the pandemic, and singles, some for the first time, are turning to virtual dating when the usual ways of meeting people have decreased as the pandemic endures. I have heard
How easily can I catch COVID-19 from a sick family member?
A recent study by the CDC shows that once one person in a household is infected, others can also be infected with COVID-19 quickly. If you suspect a family member is sick, they should be isolated even before
Can you get sick with *both* COVID-19 and the flu at the same time?
Yes, it is possible to have co-infection with COVID-19 and influenza and thus experts are concerned about the potential for a “twindemic” this winter. When the pandemic began, it was initially thought that co-infections with SARS-CoV-2 and other
How is the flu different from COVID-19?
Both the flu (influenza) and COVID-19 are contagious and will be spreading this fall and winter. They have similar symptoms, so it can be hard to tell them apart. Fortunately, we have a vaccine to help prevent the
Why are COVID-19 cases in children at their highest numbers since the pandemic began?
COVID-19 case numbers continue to break records in the US and unfortunately, the increases are now also reflected in pediatric cases: at least 61,000 COVID-19 cases were diagnosed in children last week. Since the pandemic began, the percentage
How can family safely get together for the holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas)?
Coming up to the 8-month mark of vigilance against COVID-19 transmission, how much do we miss spending cozy hang-out time with friends and family outside our households? For those who love the holidays, how much do you look
How do I stay safe while exercising in COVID-19 times?
Keeping physically active is as important as ever while we are doing our very best to stay safe and healthy during COVID-19. You may be missing the camaraderie of the gym and swimming laps at your local pool
There are two types of COVID-19 tests — diagnostic tests and antibody tests. Let’s focus on diagnostic testing. There are two types of diagnostic tests — molecular tests, such as PCR tests, that detect the tiniest bits of
Online/Distance learning: Should you give your child’s eyes a screen-time break?
Children spend more time than ever staring at digital screens—on computers, tablets, TVs, smartphones, and other devices. All that screen time can take a toll on children’s wellbeing, including how their eyes may feel. Research shows that
What are the implications of the CDC’s new ”Close contact” definition?
Last week, the CDC changed their definition of what it means to be a “close contact” to reflect a surprising case that was contracted in a Vermont correctional facility. Simply put, the definition changed such that you
How do I date in the time of Coronavirus?
The desire for human connection hasn’t waned during the pandemic, and singles, some for the first time, are turning to
How easily can I catch COVID-19 from a sick family member?
A recent study by the CDC shows that once one person in a household is infected, others can also be
Can you get sick with *both* COVID-19 and the flu at the same time?
Yes, it is possible to have co-infection with COVID-19 and influenza and thus experts are concerned about the potential for
How is the flu different from COVID-19?
Both the flu (influenza) and COVID-19 are contagious and will be spreading this fall and winter. They have similar symptoms,
Why are COVID-19 cases in children at their highest numbers since the pandemic began?
COVID-19 case numbers continue to break records in the US and unfortunately, the increases are now also reflected in pediatric
How can family safely get together for the holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas)?
Coming up to the 8-month mark of vigilance against COVID-19 transmission, how much do we miss spending cozy hang-out time
How do I stay safe while exercising in COVID-19 times?
Keeping physically active is as important as ever while we are doing our very best to stay safe and healthy
There are two types of COVID-19 tests — diagnostic tests and antibody tests. Let’s focus on diagnostic testing. There are
Online/Distance learning: Should you give your child’s eyes a screen-time break?
Children spend more time than ever staring at digital screens—on computers, tablets, TVs, smartphones, and other devices. All that
What are the implications of the CDC’s new ”Close contact” definition?
Last week, the CDC changed their definition of what it means to be a “close contact” to reflect a
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