Start your day with these 8 easy morning stretches, so you can feel refreshed and energized, you don’t even have to get out of bed! Make sure to focus on your breathing, especially if the stretch feel tight and difficult. Don’t push yourself too hard or cause too much pain, but try and breathe through […]
Author Archives: Jessica Bastean
Tips from Dr. Chan – Sinus Congestion Acupressure Point
Sinus Congestion Acupressure Point Yingxiang (English translation: Welcome Fragrance) Point (aka Large Intestine-20 (LI-20)): You can use this when you are feeling sinus congestion (whether you are getting sick or suffering from allergies.) This helps clear nasal congestion and can help with an itchy face. This point is on the side of the nose. Place […]
11 Ways to Reduce Your Hospital Bill
Believe it or not, but it is possible to reduce that crazy hospital bill you got in the mail! While it’s not possible to make it disappear completely, we’ve put together a few tips and tricks to help you reduce your hospital or ER bill as much as possible. Things you can […]
Modern Acupuncture and Ancient Origins
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear Acupuncture? Chances are you’re picturing someone lounging in a fancy spa with hundreds of needles sticking out of their face/body. Most likely there is a scenario like that happening somewhere, but there is much more to modern acupuncture than a fancy spa treatment. In […]
Women Getting COVID-19 Vaccine Should Reschedule Mammograms
Hospitals nationwide, including Utah’s Intermountain Healthcare, have been adopting new mammography guidelines for women receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. According to doctors, mammogram results can be skewed due to subsequent swelling caused by the vaccine. Many recipients of the COVID-19 vaccine have reported swelling in their arm, any swelling in the arm can also lead to […]
After the COVID-19 Vaccine
So you’ve received your COVID-19 vaccine… Just because you’ve received the COVID-19 vaccine(s), it is still important to remain cautious. The long-term research isn’t available to show 1) how long immunity lasts beyond the vaccinations, 2) if having the COVID-19 vaccine stops you from becoming infected and/or passing on the virus. Remember that you can […]
