30Jul 2021 by Dr. Tonya
Why Should You Put the Mask Back On?

Why Should You Put the Mask Back On?

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Why Should You Put the Mask Back On, especially when 75% of Americans have had at least one shot? The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is running a bit behind on posting the data and the new symptoms of COVID-19. So, we might not have accurate data based on other resources such as the COVID-19 tracking app. Things are changing so quickly. CDC & Recommendations Yesterday, the CDC has reversed its mask recommendations. It is recommending vaccinated people wear masks indoors in areas with high transmission (US 2/3 of the states). Recommending masks for vaccinated people is not viewed as a good recommendation by many Americans. People, including most of my friends, are enraged by the CDC recommendations, and rightfully so. This pandemic has been stressful, to say…
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22Jul 2021 by Dr. Tonya
Delta Variant & COVID-19

Delta Variant & COVID-19

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Delta variant and COVID-19. https://youtu.be/0Lgf4YL2PbE It is obvious that the existence of COVID-19 anywhere is a threat to COVID-19 everywhere. In the United States (US), cases are increasing but testing doesn't seem to be keeping up. Therefore, the cases that are seen on the different are likely more. Yet, the US is number 4 in the world to have people who are fully vaccinated and rank at number six for one vaccine. As of July 19, 2021 At least one vaccine Fully vaccinated (2 vaccines) #1 Canada #1 United Kingdom #2 United Kingdom #2 Spain #3 Spain #3 Canada #4 Italy #4 United States #5 Geremany #5 Germany #6 United States #6 Italy Some people who had COVID-19 in the past are not sure if they should get the vaccine.…
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14Jul 2021 by Dr. Tonya
Pregnancy and COVID-19 Vaccine

Pregnancy and COVID-19 Vaccine

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COVID-19 delta variant is on the rise at approximately 58% of the cases in the United States. Most people think that the pandemic is over, but not quite. The cases and deaths over the last seven days all over the world have, for the most part, increased. Nevertheless, take a look at how far we have come over the last year. Last year on July 4th, we were on lockdown in the United States and other parts of the world. What has changed our way of life? You know, it's the successful COVID-19 vaccination programs around the world. The COVID-19 vaccine was not recommended in the first trimester until now. Any pregnant woman can get any COVID-19 vaccine. Recent research has shown that the COVID-19 vaccine could protect the baby…
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08Jul 2021 by Dr. Tonya
COVID-19 Vaccine and Breastfeeding

COVID-19 Vaccine and Breastfeeding

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This post was inspired by Dr.Viki Male, Imperial College London, work. Experts have recommended that it's best to wait after 20 weeks to get the vaccine to make sure that the vaccine would not cause spontaneous abortion. Yet, there is no strong research evidence so far that the vaccine causes spontaneous abortions, although some women in the early studies did have a spontaneous abortion. The researchers noted that the levels of loss were not significantly different from other women who did not get the vaccine. To prevent premature babies, severe COVID-19, and hospitalization from COVID-19, the World Health Organization recommends the COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant women when the benefits outweigh the risks. Of course, this is not medical advice and you should talk with your doctor to make the decision…
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