Testing for COVID-19
by Dr. Jeff Anthony
There is a lot of talk about testing for COVID-19 and rightly so. We now understand that the SARS-CoV-2 virus is relatively easily spread by people who have the disease and have symptoms. Yet people can also have the disease but remain asymptomatic.
Specialized Treatment for Vertigo
Vertigo is one of the most commonly diagnosed vestibular disorders. The vestibular system includes parts of the inner ear and brain that process information controlling balance and eye movements. Problems with vestibular function include benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and vestibular neuritis, although there are many other possible causes of vestibular dysfunction.
Pandemic Anxiety: Tools You Can Use
By Dr. Ken Anderson
As the pandemic lingers on, we are seeing more patients with anxiety, both as a primary complaint and also as a complication of other issues. It is no wonder this is occurring with the daily bombardment of news reminding
us how terrible this disease is and how far we have departed from ‘normal life’. There are financial stressors with many people out of work.
What Are The Filtering Properties of Homemade Masks?
In our last newsletter we discussed the science of COVID-19 spread and protections offered by wearing masks. We discussed respiratory particle size related to how viruses like COVID-19 create infectious contagion.
Scientific update on the use of masks to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
In a recent article from researchers at UC Davis the scientific evidence of facial masks helping to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 was reviewed. The conclusion is that scientific evidence is clear: Social distancing and wearing masks help prevent people from spreading COVID-19, and masks also protect those who wear them.
Tracing the Origin of COVID-19 Infections With Contact Tracing
You may have read or heard about ‘Contact Tracing’ in the news recently. Contact tracing is a well established disease control measure that has been implemented by health departments worldwide.
Unraveling COVID Confusion and the WHO Statements on Coronavirus:
In the past few days, you may have read conflicting information about how asymptomatic carriers may or may not be contagious or able to transmit COVID-19 to others. At a June 7 media briefing WHO lead investigator, Dr. Maria Van Kerkove made a statement that came under much scrutiny from the scientific community.
We love the American Heart Association and the amazing work they do in our community. It's CPR/AED Awareness Week and everyone should know CPR and how to use an AED. In this KUSI interview you can learn more about AEDs, and even smartphone apps that can help you save a life.
What’s the Deal With Temperature Checks?
As businesses start re-opening, we will come into contact with more people and the microbes they carry with them. Airlines, gyms, hair salons and restaurants are examples of places where an additional layer of protection can go a long way to help our economy remain open and avoid a ‘second wave’ of COVID-19.
SDSM has been implementing safe social distancing and interactions for many weeks now by asking every patient about recent fever, cough, cold or flu symptoms, recent travel, contact with anyone experiencing any of the above, and taking temperatures of those entering our facilities.
TMJ Disorders and Treatment
The Temporomandibular Joints (TMJ) connect the upper jaw or maxilla, to the lower jaw called the mandible. These joints, located both on the left and right side of your jaw, are the most frequently used joints in the entire body and exert an average of 160 pounds of pressure! These powerful joints are used with chewing, talking, laughing and swallowing.