If you had Covid and still are experiencing symptoms beyond 4-weeks after your initial infection, you likely have long-haul Covid. Not all those with Long-Haul Covid have experienced a loss of smell, but if you have, we understand it can be quite frustrating. What has been found is that the loss of smell can go…
DetailsAs the winter months continue, we are experiencing a tripledemic for Children. This includes a high number of cases of Covid, the flu, and RSV. In order to treat these viruses, medications that treat flu-like symptoms such as a fever and/or cough are in demand. The most common medications to treat these viruses are Tylenol…
DetailsHave you been thinking about what you want to accomplish for 2023? We sat down with Dr. Martha Koo, licensed psychiatrist & psychoanalyst who is the Co-Founder/Medical Director for Neuro Wellness Spa and Medical Director for Clear Recovery Center in the South Bay to discuss how to set mental health and wellness goals for the…
DetailsDo you get the winter blues? Many of us experience a change in mood moving from fall to winter, yet we are able to adjust our mood for daily functioning. It’s common, and may present some challenges, but it’s temporary. It might be surprising to know, however, that 10 million Americans suffer from Seasonal Affective…
DetailsAs November comes to a close and we’re already deep into the holiday season, we don’t want to forget that November is National Family Caregivers Month. This is the time to honor and support our family caregivers who devote much of their time and energy into caring for loved ones. It might be surprising to…
DetailsMost women don’t think about their cervix very often – unless they are visiting the gynecologist for an annual exam. The reality is, cervical health is essential, and food, choice of contraception, and other lifestyle factors significantly impact the cervix. Here are some important things to consider: HPV (human papillomavirus) Awareness HPV is the most…
DetailsOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It might be startling to know that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. It can be a scary thing. What steps can we take to change this statistic? One thing we can do, is focus on prevention. Breast cancer prevention really starts…
DetailsDid you know that your skin is one of the largest organs of the body? Besides acting as a waterproof, insulating shield, guarding the body against extremes of temperature, damage from sunlight, and harmful chemicals, it also helps prevent infection and manufactures vitamin D for converting calcium into healthy bones and much more. There are…
DetailsIs Excessive Hair an Issue for You? Consider topical metformin. If you’ve been diagnosed with ‘Hirsutism’, which is excessive growth of hair in a male like pattern, it might help to know that it is fairly common and affects about 5-10% of women. It is usually caused by an underlying polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or…
DetailsDo you think you’re going through menopause? We’ve all heard of hot flashes and seemingly uncontrollable weight gain, but here’s five menopause symptoms you might not be aware of that occur as a result of menopause. 1. Jaw Pain– As menopause sparks hormonal changes, loss of estrogen in menopause causes deterioration of all joints, including…
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