Claire Berry explains why empty dental practices are the perfect location for COVID-19 antibody testing. Dental centres across the UK are closing their doors or only remaining open to treat emergency cases. This leaves an abundance of medically ... [Continue Reading]
Is Obesity a Risk Factor for Worse COVID-19 Outcomes?
Is obesity one of the least talked-about risk factors for severe complications from COVID-19? The data is not yet overwhelming, but an increasing… The post Is Obesity a Risk Factor for Worse COVID-19 Outcomes? appeared first on ... [Continue Reading]
How are you using your time away from the practice?
We want to find out what you’re doing if you can no longer practice dentistry due to COVID-19. The coronavirus is forcing many practices around the UK to shut their doors to any incoming patients. This is often leaving dentists without and ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus – the view from Spain (day 12)
Tony Gedge give us his latest update from Spain on how the coronavirus is impacting him and dental practices around the world. Spain is currently on lockdown, with people consequently only going out to shop or go to work. Tony has therefore taken the ... [Continue Reading]
Public urged to regularly sterilise toothbrushes to stop coronavirus spread
The UK public are being told to regularly sterilise toothbrushes to avoid contamination during the coronavirus crisis. As the nation goes into lockdown, the charity Dental Wellness Trust has launched an oral health initiative in London. Its aim is ... [Continue Reading]
Dr. Bernstein: Coronavirus Danger to People with Diabetes is Real
Dr. Richard Bernstein has a very clear message for people with diabetes: avoid coronavirus as much as possible and for as long as possible. The danger… The post Dr. Bernstein: Coronavirus Danger to People with Diabetes is Real appeared first on ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus – the view from Spain (part five)
Tony Gedge give us his latest update from Spain on how the coronavirus is impacting him and dental practices around the world. Spain is currently on lockdown, with people consequently only allowed out to go shopping or go to work. Tony has therefore ... [Continue Reading]
ADA to Congress: Protect People with Diabetes During COVID-19
Tracey Brown, the CEO of the American Diabetes Association (ADA), has called on Congress to improve protections for people with diabetes during… The post ADA to Congress: Protect People with Diabetes During COVID-19 appeared first on ... [Continue Reading]
Helping Parents and Kids Stay Cool and Collected During the COVID 19 Outbreak
Many kids are now home for possibly weeks due to school closures to help slow down the spread of the Coronavirus outbreak. In some locals, … Helping Parents and Kids Stay Cool and Collected During the COVID 19 Outbreak Read More » The ... [Continue Reading]
Diabetes and Coronavirus FAQ: An Interview with Dr. Mariela Glandt
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is spreading throughout the U.S. and the CDC has urged people with diabetes to stock up and be ready to stay home (if you aren’t… The post Diabetes and Coronavirus FAQ: An Interview with Dr. Mariela Glandt appeared ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus – the latest updates for dental professionals
The last month has seen the rapid escalation of isolation measures as the world bands together to reduce the spread of coronavirus. At 9am on 22 March 2020, there were 5,683 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK. Of those who tested positive, 281 ... [Continue Reading]
SARS-CoV-2 Part 2 | Salty Talk 002 | THRR
Welcome to Salty Talk. This is a special edition of Healthy Rebellion Radio. Each week on Salty Talk Robb will do a deep dive into current health and performance news, mixed with an occasional Salty conversation with movers and shakers in the world ... [Continue Reading]
12 Ways to Ease Isolation While You’re Practicing Social Distancing
To avoid the coronavirus, public health experts are advising people of all ages to stay home and practice social distancing as much as possible. This is particularly true for older adults and those with chronic medical conditions. Those actions will ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus – the view from Spain (part three)
Tony Gedge give us his update from Spain on how the coronavirus is impacting him and dental practices in Spain. Spain is currently on lockdown, with people consequently only allowed out to go shopping or go to work. Anthony has therefore taken the ... [Continue Reading]
The Singing Dentist’s parody on the coronavirus
Milad Shadrooh, aka The Singing Dentist, has released his latest parody about the coronavirus. Click here to read the latest advice for dentists on the coronavirus. The post The Singing Dentist’s parody on the coronavirus appeared first on ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus could force redeployment of dental staff to support NHS
Dentists could be called on to provide support for the health service as coronavirus cases continue to rise. The British Dental Association (BDA) has said it is possible dental professionals in the UK could be redeployed to assist other NHS ... [Continue Reading]
How to Practice Social Distancing
Headlines and news reports are devoted to covering coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). It’s easy to become overwhelmed and frightened, especially if you’re an older adult or have a chronic medical condition. For people in this group, the virus can ... [Continue Reading]
Keeping Fit While Stuck at Home
Home exercise on line video resources The post Keeping Fit While Stuck at Home appeared first on Healthy Aging ®. SOURCE: Healthy Aging ® - Read entire story here. ... [Continue Reading]
Dear Mark: Coronavirus Questions
Okay, so this situation is upon us. There’s no denying that all anyone can focus on is the coronavirus. There are several different names used for it, but I’ll use coronavirus and COVID-19 for today’s post. I asked across different ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus – the view from Spain
Anthony Gedge give us his update from Spain on how the coronavirus is impacting him and dental practices in Spain. Spain is currently on lockdown, with people consequently only allowed out to go shopping or go to work. Anthony has therefore taken the ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus Triggers Unique Fears in People with Diabetes
Last week we reported on the CDC’s recommendation that people with diabetes near a known coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak should stay inside their… The post Coronavirus Triggers Unique Fears in People with Diabetes appeared first on ... [Continue Reading]
Coronavirus Triggers Fear in People with Diabetes
Last week we reported on the CDC’s recommendation that people with diabetes near a known coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak should stay inside their… The post Coronavirus Triggers Fear in People with Diabetes appeared first on ASweetLife. SOURCE: ... [Continue Reading]