Whew. What a busy few weeks! First, a very rainy Woodside May Day parade 2024. A big shout out to #TeamTVD (big AND little!) for showing up, umbrellas in hand, to help us celebrate our 20 years. Also a shout out to Tyler McNiven, the bedazzled parade emcee for an extra special announcement for us as we paraded by (check out the link, it is to a fantastic article in Punch Magazine).. Indeed we do hand out healthy clementines instead of candy. Although next year perhaps green gummy frogs Speaking of, did you see us on the cover of this quarter’s Bucks Restaurant menu?
Speaking of throwbacks, please keep your eyes on these pages as we will be restarting our annual Stanford TVD Skin Screening event! Likely in October, this is a longstanding collaboration with our friends at Stanford Dermatology to provide complimentary “skin checks” at our offices. Where else can you have some wine and cheese, and show some skin after work? If you can’t wait to learn more about your skin, our friend and Derm partner, Dr. Susan Swetter will be presenting at the 4th annual Marvin A. Karasek Lecture in Dermatology on May 20th. Susan is respected the world over for her knowledge and expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma. Come learn more, details below.
In the meantime, eat more clementines, fewer gummy frogs, and wear your sunscreen.
Eric Weiss, MD, May 18, 2024
SHOULD WE BE WORRIED ABOUT H5N1? WHAT IS IT AND WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD WE TAKE AT THIS TIME?
Last month, the CDC reported that one individual had been infected with a strain of bird flu, but given our collective anxieties after the COVID pandemic, this news made headlines. H5N1 flu, also known as avian influenza or bird flu, is a subtype of influenza A virus that primarily infects birds, but unfortunately can also infect humans.
CHILL PILLS: THAWING THE MYSTERIES OF COLD THERAPY
There are many types of cold therapies, ranging from cold water immersion or cold plunge to cryotherapy to more targeted therapy with ice massage and coolant sprays. Cold therapy has been gaining traction as a versatile and effective means to enhance health and recovery. This article explores the benefits of cold therapies, and how you can consider incorporating cold therapy into your day to day routine.
As mentioned above let me give a shout out to Dr. Susan Swetter with Stanford Dermatology. Susan is a Professor of Dermatology and Director of the Pigmented Lesion/Melanoma and Cutaneous Oncology Programs at Stanford University Medical Center and Cancer Institute. Dr. Swetter’s research focuses on precision public health as it relates to primary and secondary prevention strategies in melanoma. She is leading the War on MelanomaTM-California statewide efforts to target high-risk populations for early detection. In other words, Dr. Swetter is a rock star.
“There’s never been a more hopeful time for researchers and physicians dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma—or for the patients they’re committed to helping. Treatment options have improved dramatically from the days of interferon, which can cause significant side effects, to the targeted medications and immunotherapies available today. “
Please join Dr. Swetter for the 4th Annual Marvin A. Karasek Lecture in Dermatology:
Monday, May 20th from 5:00-7:00pm
Cardinal Hall Lecture Hall
505 Broadway | Redwood City
Please RSVP at this link, or contact:
Michela Pilo at 650.498.6295
[email protected].
See you there!
Eric
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Yours, in health and resilience,
Eric and the TVD MD team…
