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COVID habits worth keeping, and those you can leave behind
COVID made us rethink our daily routines to keep from getting sick and to protect others from the virus. But with more people vaccinated and COVID cases dropping, it’s a good time to revisit the habits we picked up during the pandemic and decide which ones we should keep and which ones we can say goodbye to.
6 Things to know about Omicron BA.4 and BA.5. The latest COVID variants are spreading faster with more breakthrough infections.
There are two COVID variants of concern in the spotlight: Omicron BA.4 and BA.5. Together, both sub-variants are now the dominant strains of coronavirus in the United States, according to CDC data. Here are 6 things you need to know.
Helpful tips to getting your partner to go to the doctor
Encouraging a partner to prioritize their health can be challenging. Discover effective strategies to convey the importance of regular check-ups and preventive care, even if they feel "fine". Learn how to initiate the conversation, present the facts, and help them find a trusted healthcare provider. Remember, your concern and support can make a significant difference in their health journey.
Bringing Awareness to Urgent Care During Urgent Care Awareness Month
May is Urgent Care Awareness Month. Have you found yourself at an urgent care in the past year? If so, you aren’t alone. Urgent care is a vital and growing component of the health care landscape and we teamed up with the Urgent Care Association to understand the importance of Urgent Care and bring more awareness for this great health care resource.
Parent Tips for a “no burn-out, no bummer” summer with kids
Let’s face it: for parents, the unbridled enthusiasm that summer break used to evoke, very likely — and understandably — diminished as worries about scheduling, daycare, camp sign-ups, and more, took precedence. And when the pandemic hit, the concept of long, unstructured, freeform days with kids who had nowhere to go (while parents, of course, still had jobs to do), incited a ton of anxiety, to be sure. It also resulted in the exacerbation of a phenomenon that was well documented, even before the pandemic: parental burnout. All that said, parental burnout isn’t an inevitable result of caring for kids — even during a challenging time like the summer. San Diego-based licensed marital and family therapist and mom of two young boys, Alyssa Mass, MFT, a personal and professional veteran of managing stress and overwhelm with young children, has some tools for parents to preserve their sanity and lower their stress levels over the summer and beyond.
Omicron BA.2 ‘stealth’ variant: Do you need to worry about the dominant strain sweeping across the U.S?
At this point, many of us may suffer from “pandemic fatigue.” It can be frustrating to learn about a new subvariant on the loose, just when we were beginning to resume our pre-pandemic lives. The silver lining is that, according to the CDC, BA2 causes milder symptoms than previous variants. Milder does not always translate to mild symptoms, particularly in unvaccinated and people who are immunocompromised, notes the CDC. The BA.2 strain must be monitored and reasonable precautions are being advised.
How Much Does Telemedicine Cost Without Insurance?
Explore the benefits of telemedicine, a cost-effective and convenient healthcare solution that has seen a significant rise during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about its uses, cost factors, and when it's most appropriate to use. Uncover how telemedicine can save you time and money, especially if you're without health insurance.
Dating Etiquette in the Omicron Era
Dating during a pandemic can be tricky. This article offers tips for navigating the dating world in the era of Covid-19. Learn how to define your comfort zone, communicate your boundaries, and handle potential exposures. Plus, find out how to support someone you're dating if they get Covid. Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all approach, but transparency and respect are key.
The New COVID-19 Pills: How do they work and where can you get them?
Solv explains the latest on the new COVID-19 pills and dives into the following questions: How do the COVID-19 pills work? Do they work against the Omicron variant? Are they safe? Are they approved for children? How and where can you get the pills? When should you take them?
Positive for COVID? 7 tips for taking care of yourself at home with Omicron
With cases spiking again, many people who avoided COVID until now are catching it. Learn the next steps you should take if you end up testing positive.