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What is the latest about Coronavirus?

What is the latest about Coronavirus?

It has been a few weeks since we last talked about the coronavirus.  A lot has changed since then, so I thought an update was in order.  To start, they changed the abbreviation that was assigned to the novel coronavirus.  It is now being abbreviated as COVID-19. Even though we have learned quite a bit…...
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How can I boost my immune system?

How can I boost my immune system?

If you are like most people, you have probably been wondering if there is a way to boost your immune function to protect you against infection.  Unfortunately, there is also plenty of misinformation that can make it challenging to know what to do.  Let's talk about what you can do to strengthen your immune function.…...
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How can I manage my stress?

How can I manage my stress?

I think most people are feeling a little stressed lately.  There are a few very practical things that you can do to stay calm when the world around you seems to be spinning out of control. Here are some things that you can do to help you manage your stress.   Breathe Controlled breathing can…...
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How can I cope with the stress and fear of COVID-19?

How can I cope with the stress and fear of COVID-19?

With all of the news and changes surrounding COVID-19, anyone can feel overwhelmed and anxious. Adjusting to challenges of the new recommended restrictions related to COVID-19 can be stressful. We know that some stress helps to build a stronger immune system. Too much stress can lead to a weakened immune system, promote diseases, and disrupt…...
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Guide to Social Distancing

What is Social Distancing?

We have been hearing a lot of talk about "social distancing" as a method to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.  I thought we might talk more about what that is, and how best to practice it, so that you can stay safe and healthy. What is social distancing?  Social distancing is not the same…...
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Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19

What do we know about COVID-19?

Because the coronavirus is a new disease, we have been learning more about it all the time.  We have actually learned quite a bit, although there is still more that we could learn.  Unfortunately, there is also some false information on the Internet, some of it designed to try to sell you things you don't…...
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How You Can Get More Sleep Tonight

How can I get more sleep tonight?

Sleep is more important now than ever.  Unfortunately, due to the current situation in the world, many of us are spending our nights tossing and turning.  We need sleep more than we might realize, especially when our lives have been disrupted.  Let's talk about why sleep is important and how you can get enough sleep…...
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Routines for Children during the COVID19 Era

How can I help my children cope with COVID-19?

How many of you are feeling that your children are having a hard time coping with all of this time inside your home? Are you struggling trying to find time for home-schooling, work, cooking, cleaning, having fun, and resting? Are your children acting up more than usual? If you answered yes to some of these…...
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