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How to know if it's the flu or COVID-19

October 18, 2021

The signs and symptoms for COVID-19 and flu are very similar, the only way to confirm which you have is to get tested.

tags: covid , covid-19 , flu

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Why this year's flu shot matters more

October 4, 2021

Some doctors worry this flu season might be worse than others. Learn why it's important to get a flu shot this year.

tags: covid , covid-19 , covid-19-blog , flu , flu shot , vaccine , wellness

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The link between excess weight and severe cases...

October 4, 2021

As we continue to experience COVID-19, preliminary data clearly reveals that severe infections are impacting some people more than others.

tags: bariatrics , covid , covid-19

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COVID-19 and obesity

November 16, 2020 by Dr. Tejwant S. Datta

COVID-19 severe infections affect some more than others, including those who are overweight.

tags: bariatrics , covid-19 , covid-19-blog , general wellness , weight loss

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Spread cheer, not COVID-19, this holiday season

October 14, 2020

The upcoming holidays may look a little different this year. Celebrate safely during COVID-19. Learn how.

tags: christmas and covid-19 , halloween and covid-19 , hanukkah and covid-19 , holidays and covid-19 , how to celebrate holiday safely this year , thanksgiving and covid-19

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Rumor: “COVID parties” Fact: Social distancing...

August 19, 2020

One of the troubling stories that's been making the rounds about the coronavirus is related to so-called "COVID parties."

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog , social distance

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ER visits and COVID-19: How we’re keeping you ...

August 10, 2020

You can rest assured that our care sites are always looking out for your safety and taking even more precautions now.

tags: coronavirus , covid-19 , covid-19 blog , er

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Fight COVID-19: Wear your mask, eat healthy and...

July 8, 2020 by Matthew Brengman, MD, MSHA, FACS, Bariatric Surgeon

As we continue to experience COVID-19, preliminary data clearly reveals that severe infections are impacting some people more than others. The...

tags: covid-19

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Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

May 28, 2020

Should your child go to their doctor’s appointment? Here’s what you need to know about caring for your child during the coronavirus pandemic...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

May 26, 2020

Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, including children. If your child is causing disruptions or behaving poorly at home, ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

May 21, 2020

They may not show it or articulate it in the same way as adults, but children are also experiencing stress and anxiety during the coronavirus...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

May 19, 2020

Everyone is talking about coronavirus, and your child may be listening. Here's why you should be the one to talk to your child about COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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COVID-19 phobia? Why you should not delay emergency...

May 15, 2020

Delaying medical care can have serious consequences. But unfortunately, data suggests this is what has been happening in the wake of the COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

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covid 19

How to know if it's the flu or COVID-19

Why this year's flu shot matters more

The link between excess weight and severe cases...

COVID-19 and obesity

Spread cheer, not COVID-19, this holiday season

Rumor: “COVID parties” Fact: Social distancing...

ER visits and COVID-19: How we’re keeping you ...

Fight COVID-19: Wear your mask, eat healthy and...

Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

COVID-19 phobia? Why you should not delay emergency...