It’s about that time of year to start clearing your home of the old to make room for the new. Chances are most of us have a bin of medications somewhere in our house, filled with your typical generic medications, and maybe a few old prescription bottle you were hanging on to, just in case. […]
Tag Archives: From the Doctor
HEALTH FIND: Task Tracking App for ADHD
If there’s one thing that’s consistent in all the inconsistency with ADHD, it’s that it affects everyone differently. However, once you begin to identify in yourself and with the help of a licensed professional, you can begin to find new ways of doing things to lessen your struggle with ADHD. Let’s start by tackling a […]
HEALTH FIND: Pick N’ Peel Stone
Did you know fidgeting can actually help you focus and relieve stress? Did you know that products like Pick N’ Peel stones can help? First, let’s dive into the science of how and why fidgeting can help those that struggle with stress and focusing. Fidgeting can express itself in a variety of ways, however, from […]
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 […]
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 […]
