Through a combination of herd immunity, telehealth virtual appointments, a focus on vulnerable populations, and coordination among community leaders, a strategy is at work that will help get us back to a new version of normalcy. Dr. McEachern describes what’s available to us to fight COVID-19 and prevent an ongoing [...]
Parents: How are your kids adjusting to being at home? This week, Mental Health Awareness Month continues with Dr. Mike Franz, who walks you through some strategies for parenting during a pandemic. He talks about how to discuss COVID-19 with our kids, as well as how to support kids of [...]
By summarizing what epidemiology has learned from influenza, Dr. Edward McEachern explains what needs to happen for our population to meet the challenges of COVID-19. Until a combination of factors are sustained—herd immunity, a vaccine, testing, effective treatment, and widespread use of PPE—our population will struggle with the ongoing threat [...]
To kick off Mental Awareness Month, PacificSource Medical Director of Behavioral Health Dr. Mike Franz guides us through self-care strategies to give a boost to our emotional wellness. While navigating the uncertainties of today’s new normal, he explains how paying close attention to routines—for sleep, meals, physical activity, and check-ins [...]
If we each got a nickel for every time we saw or heard something that had to do with the coronavirus, well, we could buy a whole lot of toilet paper! Joking aside, managing our financial well-being during this time is likely something that has been at the forefront of [...]
Dr. Edward McEachern sheds light on striking a balance between supporting our healthcare system and economic hardship. Although easing shelter-in-place and nonessential business restrictions will depend on infection rates, science reveals how tracking and testing for COVID-19 transmission are essential to finding a new normal. What to expect? Gradual or [...]
Uncertain times and new routines can throw off our healthy eating intentions and habits. It could be you’re adjusting to working from home and feeling the constant presence of snacks in your pantry and fridge. Or maybe you’re struggling financially, and overeating out of stress or boredom. We know that [...]
When you combine the confusion and isolation of a global health crisis, there's also a lot to be gained by paying close attention to your emotional wellness. After all, Dr. McEachern explains in this video, social interaction and human connectedness are biological necessities—and a big reason to heed tips that [...]
Don’t get too used to those comfy clothes and yoga pants! Because we’ve got a slew of ideas and resources to help get your rear in gear, get your heartrate up, build some strength, and re-energize you. Physical activity is crazy important (right now, especially) for both our physical and [...]
In the midst of our current health crisis, life continues, and other maladies are still occurring. But with healthcare services being dedicated to fighting the coronavirus (COVID-19), you might be tempted to postpone or not seek other healthcare. Maybe your doctor’s office is closed to nonurgent care, or you don’t [...]
