Let’s Make Masks Go Viral
If you’re like me, many of you may remember the shampoo commercial from the 1970s where one young girl (actually, Heather Locklear) told two friends how great her shampoo is and they each told two friends – and so on and so on – until everyone was talking about it (and buying it, too). I […]
Understanding Diabetes
It’s a disease that affects millions of Americans, so it’s likely that you know someone with diabetes. Diabetes is a serious condition that causes higher than normal blood sugar levels. It is estimated that 30 million Americans have diabetes, including as many as 7 million who have the disease but have not yet been diagnosed. […]
Thoughts about Gatherings and COVID-19 (Back by Popular Demand)
It’s November and the holiday season is fast approaching, yet COVID-19 remains around us. The safest option is to postpone visits during this risky time. If that’s not possible, then what should you consider to be sure to keep COVID-19 off the guest list? The risk stratifying table below might help with attending and/or planning […]
COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons for All of Us
As all of us continue to follow the progress of our fight against COVID-19 in America and the world, there is no doubt that statistical data takes center stage in the reporting and understanding of the pandemic. For some help in understanding this information, we turned to Dr. Allan Feingold. He is a pulmonary specialist […]
The Long Road to Recovery: Dealing with the Lingering Health Effects of COVID-19
Doctors across the world are still trying to understand the long-term implications of COVID-19 – what health effects may look like after recovery, what impacts may resolve and what medical issues may linger. This was the focus of the second “Back to Boca” Grande Rounds webinar, hosted by the Boca Grande Health Center Foundation, Health […]
Back to the Sunshine
Rain. Rain, rain, and more rain. September was a month of rain. Four named storms surrounded us and more followed us through October. The culverts were full. ducks and ibis were feeding in the back yard (now Lake Ervin). While I am certainly not old enough to remember it, I have been told that it […]
COVID-19 Testing: Overview of Available Options
Over the past six to eight months, the Boca Grande Health Clinic and its physicians have worked hard to provide a care environment that laid the foundation for the safe return of winter residents and the ongoing health of our Island community. This includes making COVID-19 testing available on the Island, to Clinic patients. The […]
Back to Boca: Our Guide to a Safe and Healthy Island
Over the past few months, the Boca Grande Health Clinic and its physicians have worked hard to provide a care environment that laid the foundation for the safe return of winter residents and the ongoing health of our Island community. Our actions were guided by science and by a heartfelt desire to serve the best […]
World Mental Health Day Reminds Us That It’s Okay to Talk About How You’re Feeling
Mental illness. It’s almost as common as the everyday cold. Yet, it’s considered by many a taboo subject. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness and nearly 40 percent of them don’t seek treatment or help from others. It’s not just an adult issue. […]
Infectious Diseases Expert Offers Solid Advice During Back to Boca Virtual Grande Rounds
On September 23, Dr.Paul Auwaerter, MBA, MD, clinical director of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, spoke to an audience of more than 300 people to discuss “Back to Boca,” the first in a four-part, free webinar series to provide our community with facts about COVID-19, including recommendations for safe […]