You have to read all the way to the end for the gin and tonic part and, as always, share away. If you’ve read some of the other posts, you’ve read my view that hydroxychloroquine isn’t the magic bullet that […]
COVID-19: Hydroxychloroquine and Gin (and Tonic) Read More
Alright, buckle up because this is too long and as an added bonus is uninteresting. Still though, let’s take a crack at COVID-19 and your hemoglobin. COVID-19, biology and hematology I’m sorry for being blunt, but this new virus is
COVID-19 and Hematology (My Academic Kryptonite) Read More
So, there’s been a lot of talk about COVID-19 being airborne and I thought it would be important to detail a few aspects of something being airborne, not airborne, and what exactly that means. If you watched the movie “Outbreak”, you
COVID-19: “Airborne” (transmission–not the nutrition supplement that won’t work here) Read More
No longer are patients waiting in waiting rooms, holding doors open, and shaking hands with their health care providers. Health care is no different than any other industry, and rapid changes have occurred in how patients are seen since the
Physical Therapy and Telehealth Read More
With the current situation regarding COVID-19, schools are closed and extracurricular activities are cancelled, but this doesn’t mean we can’t find ways to encourage our children and teens to soak up the sun and stay physically active! Keep yourself and
Keeping your kids active during COVID-19 Read More
Summer sun is here, and as we lather on the sunscreen to keep our skin safe, we can also reap the benefits of giving ourselves a little more Vitamin D. Why is Vitamin D important for your health? Vitamin D
Catch some rays: The role of Vitamin D in a healthy lifestyle Read More
During this uncertain, scary, and stressful time it is important to stay physically active and stick to a healthy routine. The Government currently recommends that adults get 2.5-5 hours of moderate physical activity per week, including cardio. With gyms closed
Staying Fit While Staying at Home Read More
Story submitted by Phil Blumberg, Executive Director, Des Moines University Clinic Every year Des Moines University hosts two special events for children from around the Des Moines Metropolitan area. Girls Exploring Medicine and Science (GEMS), and Boys Reaching for Opportunities
Canceled events lead to important PPE donation Read More
As a physical therapist, it’s natural that I would promote exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle. This isn’t because I really like exercise (which I do), but because exercise affects every system of the body in a positive way—it
Exercises for Osteoporosis–My Favorite Topic! Read More
As mentioned in my previous post, self-care management can help with osteoporosis prevention and assist in maintaining bone mass. Quitting smoking and consuming less alcohol are important for the health of all your body’s systems, including bone health, but diet
Nutrition and Osteoporosis: Listen up young men and women! Read More