Social distancing — does it seem extreme? Dr. Majd answers this question using some numbers and visuals, along with reviewing the surprising and vital role that children may play in this COVID19 chaos that on one is really talking about.
What You Need to Know About the COVID19 (And What to Do If You Get Sick)
Dr. Majd reviews the 3 most vital pieces of information that you need to know when it comes to the COVID19 outbreak, including: 1. A review of the numbers and how it can sometimes be a little misleading 2. The differences between the COVID19, flu, and common cold viruses 3. 11 tips on what to do if you get sick with a fever and/or cough
Cough & Cold Treatment in Kids
Cough and cold medications are not recommended for kids less than age 6. So what can you do to treat the common cold in children? Here are 4 tips that Dr. Majd personally uses to treat her own kids at home and the pediatric patients she cares for when they get sick.
Prevent Employees From Getting Sick – 3 Tips to Prevent the Spread of Cold & Flu in the Workplace
If you are an employer or work in an office setting with shared space, consider sharing this video with all your employees or colleagues in order to avoid further missed work days – here are 3 simple rules to halt the spread of these horrible winter viruses that run rampant in enclosed spaces.
Is This a Cold? – When to Stay Home and When to See the Doctor
How can you tell if you have a cold virus or something more? Dr. Majd reviews the typical course of the common cold virus, and explains how the symptoms begin and play out through time. If you understand the typical viral course, you will know when you should see the doctor and when you should stay home. There’s no cure for the common cold virus, it is self-resolving; and prescription antibiotics work only on bacteria (not viruses). So why waste time at the doctor’s office when it’s not necessary? Check out my link below on how to best treat the symptoms of a common cold until it plays itself out.