A lost ability to smell or a change in the way odors are perceived is called olfactory dysfunction (OD), which also significantly impacts the ability to taste. Reduction in the sense of smell is called hyposmia, and a total inability to smell is called anosmia. A complete inability to taste anything is called ageusia, which…
The recent surge of COVID-19 cases has created new uncertainties, questions, and stress. That’s why I’m writing — to share new information for combating the surge and preparing yourself for the rest of the holiday season. Here’s what I want you to know: 1. Testing: If you are sick with symptoms of respiratory illness —…
This Thanksgiving Day is going to be a challenge for all of us — especially those who go to great lengths to maintain their health and well-being. Before getting into today’s post, please take a few minutes to watch the below message from Restoration Healthcare Co-founder & Medical Director, Dr. Sunny Raleigh: For starters, we…
Understandably, many of our patients with Lyme disease are concerned that having the disease might increase their risk of being infected by the coronavirus or experiencing severe symptoms of COVID-19 (the disease the virus causes). After all, many comorbid (co-existing) health conditions have proven to increase the severity of COVID-19 symptoms, including being in an…
While pharmaceutical companies are indeed working around the clock to develop a vaccine that’s effective in preventing infection from SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, don’t expect a vaccine to be available anytime soon. According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, a vaccine isn’t likely to be available for at least…
In challenging times like these, many of you may be inclined to search for information online on how to boost your immune system. In addition, you might be in search of successful therapies or treatments to combat the virus named “SARS-CoV-2” and the disease it causes — coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). With almost everyone having…
UPDATED MARCH 17, 2020 AT 9:42 P.M. PT Recently, we published “Taking a Rational Approach to the Recent Coronavirus” to alleviate some of the fear and panic surrounding the virus. In that post, we presented ten practical tips for preventing infection and reducing the severity and duration of symptoms if prevention efforts fall short. In this…