Conditions & Treatment

Aug 23, 2021

What Are Monoclonal Antibodies and Can They Treat COVID-19?

Monoclonal antibodies are designed to provide you with passive immunity to COVID-19 for a short period of time. They are not a substitute for vaccination.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Women's Health

Jul 13, 2021

Can Pregnant Women Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?

Following the guidelines from the FDA, no one is excluded from receiving the vaccine, even patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pregnant patients should discuss with their physician individual risk factors to make an informed decision about possible vaccinations.

By Joseph Biggio, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Mar 8, 2021

What If I Get COVID-19 Between Vaccine Doses?

The Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines require two shots to get the most protection. But what happens if you get infected with COVID-19 between doses?

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 26, 2021

How COVID Hurts the Brain

While primarily a respiratory disease, COVID-19 can also lead to neurological problems.

By Zachary Dodd, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 23, 2021

7 Ways to Boost Your Immune System During COVID-19

Whether it’s the common cold, the flu or COVID-19, these seven key strategies will help you boost your immune system and protect your wellness year-round.

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 17, 2021

Masks and COVID-19 Vaccine

Katherine Baumgarten, MD, says the vaccines are very effective, but there is still a possibility that some people may get the disease.

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 1, 2021

When Will I Be Able to Smell Again After Having COVID-19?

Many COVID-19 patients have noticed changes in their senses and are left wondering: When will I be able to smell and taste again? Read on for the answer.

By Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Jan 29, 2021

The New COVID Variants: What You Should Do

Multiple variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 have been documented in the United States and around the world.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Nov 18, 2020

Is it the Common Cold or Coronavirus?

The recent outbreak of COVID-19 corresponds with cold and flu season, which may leave you questioning if have the common cold, or something more serious.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD

Health Trends

Nov 9, 2020

COVID-19 and Thanksgiving: How to Celebrate Safely and Joyfully

By practicing the art of gratitude and following some commonsense COVID-19 safety protocols, Thanksgiving 2020 can still be a joyful event.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD and Katherine Baumgarten, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 28, 2020

COVID-19 and Brain Fog: A Possible Long-Term Effect

New reports are raising concerns about lingering “brain fog” some COVID-19 patients are experiencing.

By Robert John Sawyer, Ph.D.