National and Local Health Resources

The weblinks below provide access to current national and local health information, resources and recommendations regarding COVID-19 and your health.  Just press on the blue text!

COVID-19 (seen in this artist’s representation) by DAVID S. GOODSELL, RCSB PROTEIN DATA BANK

https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2023/what-to-know-about-the-updated-covid-1...

CDC: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Salt Lake County Health Department COVID-19 weblinks:

Other Salt Lake Area Health Resources

Podcasts on the science surrounding COVID-19

CIDRAP, the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, works to prevent illness and death from targeted infectious disease threats through research and the translation of scientific information into real-world, practical applications, policies, and solutions. Find the latest health news: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/

Dr. Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, infectious disease expert, provides a weekly report on the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Osterholm is the director of CIDRAP and has spent a career investigating outbreaks. Since 2005, he has emphasized supply chain and other vulnerabilities and a critical need for pandemic preparedness. Dr. Osterholm's podcasts as he dissects the latest COVID-19 news, data, and guidance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-osterholm-update-covid-19/id1504360345

Additional Resources from the New York Times or MedScape Medical News


USA Government Insurance Resources

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Free MOSAIC Resources Available

Find a health translator/interpreter: contact MOSAICinterfaithministries@yahoo.com or Dr. Leslie at 801-721-2641 (text/call)

Green Waters Health Center:

  • Salt Lake County & MOSAIC Pre-Diabetes Project/Classes/Personal Coach: Becky 801-466-5612
  • State of Utah & MOSAIC Trauma-based Health & Wellness Classes TBD: Leslie & Eno 801-721-2641
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  • Music Classes (T at 9 am): Leslie 801-721-2641
  • Migun Bed or Chair Massage (fully clothed) Monday through Thursday 8am -3pm Walk-ins welcome!

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COVID-19

COVID-19 (seen in this artist’s representation) by DAVID S. GOODSELL, RCSB PROTEIN DATA BANK

To tackle the new coronavirus, scientists are accelerating the vaccine p...

Scientists are turning to nontraditional approaches to create vaccines and therapeutics that target the novel co...

https://www.sciencenews.org/article/new-coronavirus-vaccine-development-process-accelerating

 

Experiential Report - Omicron COVID-19

Symptoms of Omicron (lasting 3-7 days):
headaches
fever (go to ER if fever climbs over 101.5)
lost sense of smell
fatigue
itchy and/or sore throat
lungs ache and fill up
mucus buildup; major swollen glands
unproductive cough 
runny nose (in back more than in front) (go to ER if phlegm is pink or red)
nausea
diarrhea

muscles ache
burning skin - hurts to the touch
sneezing and itchy eyes and sinus nose
struggling for breath; especially laying flat at night (go to ER)

You may consider making an appointment and going
to your clinic or doctor to get a professional COVID-19 test.

State of Utah DOH recommendations are:
If you have COVID-19 SYMPTOMS, stay home until:
• You have been fever-free for 24 hours without using medicine to lower your fever,
• Your symptoms have improved for 24 hours,
• It has been at least 5 days from the day you tested positive; and you have one day without any symptoms.

S l o w down, rest, and take care of your health!

 

GET THE LATEST NEWS ON MONKEY POX 

See: https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/symptoms/index.html

GET THE LATEST NEWS ON INFLUENZA

Fever of 100.4 F or higher
Aching muscles, especially in your back, arms, and legs
Chills and sweats
Headache
Cough
Runny or stuffy nose
Sore throat
Fatigue and weakness

THE COMMON COLD COMES ON GRADUALLY INFLUENZA COMES
ON ALL AT ONCE.

 


"Release Stress & Anxiety" During Pandemic & Beyond

For All - To Speak with a Trained Crisis Counselor:
National Distress Crisis Hotline - Call or Text: 1-800-985-5990
Call as often as you need to talk, get coping strategies and resources!

 

For Kids/Youth Mental Health & Wellness: 
See: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/parental-resources/index....

For Adults Mental Health & Wellness:
See: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/cope-with-stress/index.html
See Also: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/care-for-yourself/index.html
See Also: https://www.cdc.gov/howrightnow/gratitude/

See: https://www.choosingtherapy.com/meditation-podcasts/

See: https://www.choosingtherapy.com/meditation-podcasts/

Search: Women's Meditation Network:
Multiple Free Subscriptions including podcasts

See:  https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/best-meditation-podcasts

https://triggerhub.org/featuredarticles/10-mens-mental-health-podcast-re...

Ten Mindful Movements by Thich Nhat Hhan
See: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mz-dJFkmrk

Want to Go to Free Yoga Classes? Try These 6 Options:
Senior Centers offer free Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Stretch and Yoga Classes

Remember, if in a crowd, wear an N95 mask and social distance!