Everyone knows to see their primary care doctor if they have fever and a sore throat. That’s an easy call. How often you should visit your primary care physician is another matter. There is no set answer, nor timetable for everyone, … Continue reading
From the Texas Medical Association COVID-19 Task Force: Decision Tree for COVID-19 Exposure
Exposure: This means you were within 6 feet of someone who tested positive (and was contagious*) for more than 15 minutes with or without wearing a mask.
*People are contagious two days before they started having symptoms until at least 10 days after they started having symptoms. … Continue reading
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened nut milk (soy, almond, hemp, macadamia, etc.)
1/3 cup water
1/2 cup organic rolled oats
1-2 TBSP chia seeds (more seeds = thicker consistency)
1 TBSP raw cacao nibs
2 tsp chai spice mix (ground cinnamon, ginger, … Continue reading
Dear Valued Patients,
It looks like telemedicine appointments are here to stay, at least for the immediate future. We appreciate your willingness to participate in this joint venture to protect your health as well as our staff’s while staying current with your health care. … Continue reading
Guidelines to discontinue isolation after being diagnosed with COVID-19 either clinically (by symptoms only) or by RNA nasopharyngeal testing (with and without symptoms) for patients who are not healthcare providers:
For Symptomatic Persons with COVID-19 Under Isolation:
1). Symptom-based strategy
May discontinue isolation under the following conditions:
At least 3 days (72 hours) have passed since recovery defined as resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and
Improvement in respiratory symptoms (e.g., … Continue reading
From WebMD*
“Since we know that the virus is transmitted through droplets when someone coughs or sneezes and contact with contaminated surfaces, there are steps we can take to stay safe. Here are some things to consider when creating an “isolation zone” in your home:
Designate a separate room where you can close the door, … Continue reading
“Take immediate action to prevent further spread of COVID-19.
Have you received notification that you tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19? There is no reason to panic. Most individuals who are not at increased risk for severe COVID-19 illness typically experience a flu-like episode and fully recover. … Continue reading
DEAR VALUED PATIENTS:
THE CDC IS STILL RECOMMENDING THE USE OF NOSE/MOUTH COVER (PROPERLY FITTED CLOTH OR DISPOSABLE MASKS) WHEN INTERACTING WITH OTHERS OUTSIDE THE HOME AND ESPECIALLY INSIDE CLOSED SPACES.
THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING THIS GUIDELINE AS WELL AS KEEPING 6 FEET “SOCIAL DISTANCE” TO HELP US “FLATTEN THE CURVE”. … Continue reading
Ingredients
1-2 Fresh beets peeled, halved and sliced
1-2 Handful of fresh okra (washed)
1-2 Tablespoon kimchi or sauerkraut (homemade preferable)
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Liquid amino to taste (optional if NOT on a low sodium diet)
Tabasco or any chili seasoning
1 Teaspoon olive or coconut oil or softened goat’s milk butter
1 Cup (per serving) cooked jasmine or basmati rice or quinoa (if on low carb diet)
Putting it together:
Place sliced beets and okra into a steamer (with about 1/2 inch of water on bottom of pan) and cover. … Continue reading
Local Produce – lists resources for obtaining local and seasonal organic fruits/veggies. Farmhouse Delivery requires membership, but will deliver weekly or bi-weekly (every other week) produce/groceries to your door. GO TEXAN from the Texas Department of Agriculture Commissioner provides a list of local farmer’s markets and their hours. … Continue reading
